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I'd like to say that 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis is the most underrated defensive player in the NFL, but the guy has been to two straight Pro Bowls, so someone's noticing. More »
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The big question in San Francisco right now: Should Mike Singletary be kept on as head coach next season? The overwhelming sentiment so far is yes, although Jets' wide receiver Brad Smith may not agree. If there were ever any doubt as to whether the 49ers would begin to take on Singletary's rabid personality, this play should lay that to rest; as Patrick Willis did to Smith in the fourth quarter of San Francisco's 24-14 win over the Jets on Sunday. More »
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With the 11th pick of the NFL Draft, the San Francisco 49ers select Patrick Willis, LB, Ole Miss. Mike Tanier of Football Outsiders tells you all about it. More »
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