As the trainwreck of this offseason unwinds, the fate of the team, it’s direction, who their QB is, and many other burning questions, still remain in the dark. And anything likely won’t come to light any time soon. However, the upcoming combine should provide a whole new plethora of innuendo and rumor. Gather enough football people together in the same location, and you guarantee a whirlwind of unsubstantiated truthisms flying around. I’m sure the Kappy trade talk will get bandied about out in strip clubs and bars all over Indianapolis. Wherever the team execs, scouts, and agents hang out.
In the 49ers case, the frenzy revolves around our once and future quarterback. As I said even before Chip was hired that it would be interesting to see what Kaepernick and hip could do together, it just may happen. The Colin camp has already leaked out the fact that he would like to go to the Jets. However, the Jets are likely going with Fitzpatrick, and have to account for Mo Wilkerson’s $$$. So that’s probably a non-starter. There are a ton of team that need QBs, and certainly ones that need a guy who could step right in, but the truth remains, his best shot at being successful is likely to be right here with Chip.
The best bet for a trade would seem to be Houston. They managed to get into the playoffs with a strong defense and a weak-ass division. Any kind of consistency from the QB position would help them immensely. Throw in the fact that they wont be getting a Goff type guy since their draft position is low, they can take a mid-round QB and hand the job to Kaepernick.
An interesting destination that I thought of would be Chicago. The Bears HAVE to be frustrated with the inconsistency that is Jay Cutler. Plus he’s not getting any younger, so at least giving Kappy a shot to displace the mistake at the bottom of the lake is a possibility. Other than that, lots of unknown guys will get their chance to shine, and a lot of studs will blow this combine off. Seeing as we need help just about everywhere, I’m sure the ‘brain(fart)trust’ will keep their eyes peeled.
Forty Niners Forever 
BLEEP! …….I finished my YORK mints ……now what?
Burp! Woof!
ARF!
WINDER
I hear some things about Chip as well I hope aren’t true. Not least of which is the racial thing. We’ll see on this one I tend to very much doubt it’s true.
Fucking-A
PFT says Baalke told reporters at the combine we’re keeping Kap
ESPN confirms
remain on the roster.25 mins ago – Twitter
NFL on ESPN
Twitter › ESPNNFL49ers GM says Colin Kaepernick will be on the roster on April 1 when he’s guaranteed $11.9 million.
Sounds great, but all it means is nothing, really. If we are going to trade him, we need to pay him first.
I didn’t really think we’d just cut him loose.
Good move either way Chuck. That being said I want him back big time
Bad news is Chicago seems determined to re-sign Jefferey. Maybe we should take a look at rishard Mathews from Miami.
Here’s an article re: Kappy.
http://www.ninersnation.com/2016/2/24/11105238/colin-kaepernick-will-be-on-roster-april-1-according-to-trent-baalke
The comments are always lively.
Yeah, I’d like to see Kappy come back for one more shot. He gives the Niners the best shot at being relevant this year. If he fails, then we know where we stand. If we draft a QB and force him to start, we are in the same boat anyway. Rebuild. Gabbert won’t do a damn thing good for the team. He’s a perennial backup.
Yup
chuck- I am a Kappy fan too. But after last year it’s hard to believe that he will progress much. As of now it’s seeing is believing for me. Maybe he was hurt bad enough to really affect what he was able to do on the field. I don’t know, all I do know is that if he plays like he did last year we don’t need him.
Tomsula/Chyst did Kaepernick no favors, Winder. The line was awful. Look at Cam in the Super Bowl. When you have no blocking, you look like a shitty QB. As did Brady. Not comparing them, but you get the idea. Going with Gabbert or a rookie will be a transition year. Going with Kap may be as well, but hes better than the immediate alternatives. Including RGIII.
Fucking Kelly might be a placeholder. There are no guarantees for any of this. But he likely gets more rope than his players.
To cut Kaep before April 1 stills leaves a Cap hit and, nothing in return.
He gets to work with Chip on April 4th.
That still leaves 3+ weeks until the Draft to show potential suitors he’s healthy.
Kaep can start for Cleveland, (as an example), and they can absorb his Contract while they groom another option they are likely to select.
In return, Baalke avoids a Cap hit and, can get something in return.
Teams need to see that he’s healthy enough to play before any scenario can be assumed IMO.
Agree that’s the strictly business end of the equation NJ, but tell me what they lose keeping Kap through TC and if that shows he is not a good fit for Kelly trading him then? His cap hit is middle of the road at 11.9 and he has won at the highest levels of the game. Granted with an amazing supporting cast but Kap on the Denver squad for instance is likely an improvement over Osweiler.
I doubt they cut or trade him before pre-season. Kelly needs a chance to figure out what he can do to maximize Kap’s considerable talents.
That’s the bare minimum view for me 12Th.
They need to see him with Chip, certainly.
I use the minimalist example due to reports of Kaep’s interest in NYJ as one example.
If Kaep can’t handle competition for his job here, send him to NJ to play for the Jets and, give me Mo in return.
I simply don’t think Kaep is serious about competing to stay.
I question his commitment to the position too.
His decision making and accuracy are not easy to fix if he’s not prepared to invest here.
Gabbert can handle that challenge.
Will Kaep?
Intersting point about his accuracy. Before the draft Kap took part in a TV event showing accuracy and speed of the ball etc. He won it easily, so clearly he is physically able to throw the ball accurately. Hard to say what causes him to be less accurate in a live game but I would guess quite a combo of things.
Commitment to the position. He doesn’t strike me as a quitter. I think he had great success early on and thought he could thrive mostly on talent. Reading some comments from former players his film study needed more attention and he only sought QB mechanics help once I know of.
Gabbert had his slice of humble pie early on and had to ride the pine for a few years so he is eager to start again. I read an article from LoCo Jr that basically showed that although Kap and Gabbert had similar stats, Gabbert threw short of the sticks on 3rd and 4th down far more than Kap, giving Gabbert nice completion stats but not trying to move the chains the same way Kap was. That is what I saw too.
Kap is more talented than Gabbert but was misused IMO both by Harbaugh in his last year and by Tomfoola, and he played behind a worse line than Gabbert. I think Kap lost his confidence somewhat as well as was carrying 3 injuries.
I’d like to see what Chip has in mind for him.
I read that article too. It was Grant Conjob, 12th. And I agree. What good is a 5 yard completion on 3rd and 7?
Gabbert hasn’t shown anything but that he can hit the dump off guy. Take a look at the Minnesota game. Kappy was moving well and going through his progressions. We played tough teams after that and the wheels came off. For the whole team.
Completely agree Chuck. I’d be surprised if they cut/traded Kap before the end of training camp. No gain and they don’t need the cap space.
In conclusion: What will be will be. One thing for certain the ride will be a rough one.
BLEEP!
Woof!
12th I go back to the SB with Kaep.
That game was won had he been able to throw a face.
Granted, big stage, huge pressure.
Gabbert?
Humbled is an understatement.
Is he a future star?
Doubtful IMO.
Difference between he and Kaep?
Gabbert shows determination to prove he wants it.
Kaep?
“I got benched. I want out”?
I don’t see the ‘leader’ factor, especially in light of the Nessa situation and, the fact that he doesn’t see the Defense as he should.
He missed the fade by inches NJ, pretty harsh judgement there IMO.
I haven’t read anything from Kap about wanting out. I read a rumor about the Jets that was refuted by everyone.
The story below has Kelly saying in conversations with Kap that he is excited to stay and get going. Could be putting a brave face on it but I think of Kap as a competitor who was put in a tough situation he wasn’t ready for. Like a lot of QB’s it can take time to develop other areas of their game. Lots of examples of that happening.
Hard to say if he is reading D correctly or not since we don’t know what scheme and call is down by down. I agree he needs to add a few techniques, pump fake, looking off the safety more deliberately and not to throw the shallow out route so often but again was that the call he was given? We don’t know.
Just my opinion but I feel you are writing the guy off too soon NJ. He is a Niner and will be this years QB most likely.
He also had several chances to do it.
That’s where he lost Crabtree IMO.
Water over the dam at this point.
Has he improved?
Not IMO.
From Chip about Kap:
http://www.49ers.com/news/article-2/49ers-Coach-Chip-Kelly-Sees-Blank-Slate-with-Colin-Kaepernick/72228a3a-7a5e-4da7-859d-7fb7ea2f3823?sf21538693=1
That is the fine line for me 12th.
Is Kaep willing to fight for his job or, did his benching suggest he’s a quitter?
I always thought his ceiling was higher than his floor.
Given his background as a runner, Harbaugh did little to improve his pocket awareness.
If Chip can get into his head, teach him timing and, fit him into his Offense, I’m all for it.
If Kaep has quit, give me a better option.
Dak Presscot impresses me more, right now, as a guy that fits better for what Chip does.
Another Kap report from Rapoport:
On Monday, NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport appeared on NFL Total Access and stated that Kaepernick would be open to playing in San Francisco during the 2016 season. “I’m told he certainly is more than open to returning to San Francisco,” said Rapoport. “Also, he’s set to make $12 million. Might make more in San Francisco than anywhere else.” – See more at: http://www.49erswebzone.com/news/91850-rapoport-kaepernick-more-open-returning-san-francisco/#sthash.ZJebNjGg.dpuf
He’s being PC IMO 12th
I believe his Agents are at the core of this nonsense.
I want to see, and hear, from Kaep.
I realize most of what gets distributed via media is nonsense.
If he wants to get his Contract paid, he needs to do what Steve Young suggested.
Go to Chip and say I’m your guy, no matter what it takes.
We’re waiting to see who wants to run Chip’s Offense more than who Chip wants to run5 his Offense perhaps?
Still think Chip wants the clean slate.
Kaep’s Agents reported to request permission for a trade.
Adios Kaep.
As I suggested, he has poor representatives.
Here is the story:
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000638741/article/kaps-agents-seeking-permission-from-niners-for-trade
Don’t mean much since he is under contract though. Still, just when logic prevails….
He does have pro reps, thats certain, his contract proves that Paraag ate them for breakfast.
*poor
All fluff but…
There seems to be an inference to the NYJ which was likely floated by his Agents.
Given that motive, I feel Kaep and his reps have already mailed it in with Chip.
Problem…
No leverage.
Baalke –
“We love Kaep”
As article suggests, trade value.
His Agents are clowns.
As stated, if he’s looking to go, give me Mo.
Kap is gone if the Chipper doesn’t want to use him. Period. What Kap wants means little.