San Francisco 49ers NFL Betting Odds

Last Season

The San Francisco 49ers kicked off last season with a whimper to say the least. Despite being in the NFC West division, arguably the weakest in the NFL, the team only managed to win 2 out of its first 7 games. This was enough to send head coach, Mike Nolan, packing. His 'interim' replacement, Mike Singletary, seemed to have the magic touch, and conjured up a new and improved 49ers team. Under his guidance, the team won 5 or their last 7 games. The 49ers' offense improved as the season progressed as did its defense, ending the season on 7-9.

Off Season

Under new coach Mike Singletary, the San Francisco 49ers went into the off-season eager to improve for the 2009 season. Defensively, they quickly signed defensive end, Demetric Evans, who captured 33 tackles last season with the Washington Redskins. The 2009 NFL Draft also yielded some exciting players including ex-Pittsburgh inside linebacker, Scott McKillop, who should develop over time. Offensively, the draft yielded top playmaking wide receiver, Michael Crabtree, who should bring a lot to the 49ers. The team also signed strong Alabama running back, Glen Coffee, who could become an every down starter.

2009 Preview

This season, like last, the San Francisco 49ers will look to quarterback, Shaun Hill, to lead the team's offense, although his main focus will no doubt be to keep his interceptions to a minimum. Fans will be eager to see how Michael Crabtree adapts to the 49ers, and whether he'll start putting points on the board from the get go. Despite how much the team has been flourishing under coach Singletary, the big question is whether San Francisco's secondary defense can match its solid rush defense. But assuming that its defense does come together, and Hill has a stand-out season for the offense, the 49ers could certainly dazzle again this season.

2009 Prediction

The San Francisco 49ers will be tested very early on this season when they take on the defending NFC Champions, the Arizona Cardinals, in week 1. Whether they win or lose, there is little doubt that they'll rack up more wins then losses in their division this season. That said, they'll also have some grueling games against out of conference teams like the Tennessee Titans and the Indianapolis Colts. The 49ers should be one of the teams to watch this season.

**Our Pick San Francisco have an opportunity this season to win back the West but they can't do it with Hill as their QB, and Alex Smith probably isn't the answer either. They have drafted very well, and should improve from last season. This could be a sleeper team for punters, especially when they are favored at home.

 

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