Ward has actually been graded out as one of the best DB's in the presesason. I felt he has had a tremendous exhibition series. NT might be an issue if Williams isn't healthy but Dial has showed some glimpses. That guy is a monster but we need to see it in games that count.
Whilhoite did a tremendous job replacing Willis last year. I think he does an adquate job but obviously it won't be Bowman esque. I think for the most part the defense is going to be better as a group. Lemonier has been a beast in pre-season and I think between him and Lynch they will be able to survive the imminent Aldon suspension. What I don't get is why people are nervous about the secondary. Eric Reid looks like a stud in the making. Same goes for Brock. Culliver was awesome in 2012 outside of the superbowl. I think the depth is solid there. I really believe the defense will be better in 2014 than in 2013. And, if Bowman comes back healthy and Aldon does what Aldon does then it has a chance to be even better than the 2011 defense.
Not sure what to think about offense. I love Ellington as well and I hope they utilize him often. That could end up being a steal of a pick. Ultimately though it comes down to Kap. If he doens't take the next step the offense isn't going anywhere. This is a huge year for him and he has to get it done.
Overall I think this is the most talented team the 49ers have had since Baalke has been here. That guy is a genius at what he does.
Whilhoite did a tremendous job replacing Willis last year. I think he does an adquate job but obviously it won't be Bowman esque. I think for the most part the defense is going to be better as a group. Lemonier has been a beast in pre-season and I think between him and Lynch they will be able to survive the imminent Aldon suspension. What I don't get is why people are nervous about the secondary. Eric Reid looks like a stud in the making. Same goes for Brock. Culliver was awesome in 2012 outside of the superbowl. I think the depth is solid there. I really believe the defense will be better in 2014 than in 2013. And, if Bowman comes back healthy and Aldon does what Aldon does then it has a chance to be even better than the 2011 defense.
Not sure what to think about offense. I love Ellington as well and I hope they utilize him often. That could end up being a steal of a pick. Ultimately though it comes down to Kap. If he doens't take the next step the offense isn't going anywhere. This is a huge year for him and he has to get it done.
Overall I think this is the most talented team the 49ers have had since Baalke has been here. That guy is a genius at what he does.