Peyton Manning Stats & Highlights in 49ers-Broncos Game

And, of course, that begged the question, why didn’t Kaepernick recognize the coverage with his pre-snap read and change the play to something more advantageous?

“We knew Game 3, that’s when the starters get their most reps and preparation for (the opener)”, he said after the game.

I hate to overreact, but I was really disappointed in both of the quarterbacks for the Broncos on the night.

“That’s day-to-day”, Tomsula said. Earlier this week it was reported all over of how long it takes him to get ready for a game, 2 hours!

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“We re looking at Alabama to see how he s doing”.

Erik Pears is emerging as the leading candidate for the right tackle position once held by Pro Bowler Anthony Davis, but did not finish the game on a high note. As a running back, you are supposed to hit the gap created by your linemen and full-back.

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The Niners were aggressive against Dallas and scored in every quarter as they secured their first win via a 23-6 scoreline.

If Jim Tomsula and the 49ers want to help boost their public image, they should keep Jarryd Hayne on the regular season roster.

“Thompson right there is talking to Jarryd Hayne like he should have run out to the flat rather than just turning around”, the game commentator said.

Whether that means Hayne is assured a roster spot, Tomsula wouldn’t outright declare the 49ers intentions Sunday.

Sanders might not be the savior but he’s certainly part of the solution to Denver’s multiple concerns on offense and special teams, where Omar Bolden fumbled the opening kickoff and Isaiah Burse muffed a punt.

Going back to that final drive in the first half, it was the only success the quarterback really had. Those players are competing to fill the role vacated with Brooks’ absence.

I realize it’s preseason, and I realize you need to take everything with a grain of salt, but the Denver Broncos defense looks like it’s in the best shape it’s been in since I’ve been a fan of the team. They brought everybody. As a matter of fact I don’t think nobody was even covering Owen on the play.

“I had a little gap there, I thought I might have run a little bit further”. Unless they can get some cohesion and continuity soon, the offensive line will go down as the worst in 49ers’ history. Now, however, he is pushing for a place as a punt returner and running back for the San Francisco 49ers.

“It’s got to stop”, Tomsula said of the 49ers’ penalty trend. This third exhibition game is the most integral week of the preseason, a dress rehearsal for the forthcoming NFL regular season as the ferocity level sloped up and franchises are starting to install their offensive and defensive tactics for tonight’s game.

He had a quiet season past year opportunity-wise, will this be the week he emerges as the clear No. 3 guy behind Anquan Boldin and Torrey Smith? The team will host the San Diego Chargers on Thursday.