Anthony Davis

[Pattersonca65]

This was part of a story about the retirements this year from Matt Miocco. The rest of the story didn't offer anything any 49er fan didn't already know but this part was interesting.

Anthony Davis: When he announced his decision to step away for a year or two, the 49ers lost a proven right tackle. The 49ers retain his rights indefinitely while he’s on the reserve/retired list. The 49ers were in the frame of mind to begin looking to replace Davis because he was not exhibiting great work ethic or passion for the sport, according to sources. Also, he missed most of last season while struggling with shoulder, hamstring and ankle injuries, as well as a concussion that left him contemplating his future in the sport. The 49ers really are high on seventh-round draft pick Trent Brown, but they also have the options of veterans Alex Boone or Erik Pears at right tackle. Davis’ departure means there is uncertainty at every position on the offensive line, except left tackle. The other four spots are in flux, as the coaching staff must determine who are the best fits at the specific positions, and then let the competition dictate what happens at the other spots. If Davis does decide he wants to return down the road, he will have to prove himself as if he were an undrafted rookie to win back his old job.

 

[dredinis21]

Good catch on that. I would have eye ball flirted with the article expecting the same fluff and brushed right over that nugget.

 

[deep9er]

This was part of a story about the retirements this year from Matt Miocco. The rest of the story didn't offer anything any 49er fan didn't already know but this part was interesting.

Anthony Davis: When he announced his decision to step away for a year or two, the 49ers lost a proven right tackle. The 49ers retain his rights indefinitely while he’s on the reserve/retired list. The 49ers were in the frame of mind to begin looking to replace Davis because he was not exhibiting great work ethic or passion for the sport, according to sources. Also, he missed most of last season while struggling with shoulder, hamstring and ankle injuries, as well as a concussion that left him contemplating his future in the sport. The 49ers really are high on seventh-round draft pick Trent Brown, but they also have the options of veterans Alex Boone or Erik Pears at right tackle. Davis’ departure means there is uncertainty at every position on the offensive line, except left tackle. The other four spots are in flux, as the coaching staff must determine who are the best fits at the specific positions, and then let the competition dictate what happens at the other spots. If Davis does decide he wants to return down the road, he will have to prove himself as if he were an undrafted rookie to win back his old job.

and is why it is good for him to step away, so this time away will get him fired up again. If it doesn't, then stayed retired.

 

[Pattersonca65]

Good catch on that. I would have eye ball flirted with the article expecting the same fluff and brushed right over that nugget.

There is a ton of fluff out there right now. Dead time of year. In a way, that is good thing. Boring is better than having stories about players getting in trouble with the law, suspensions, etc.

 

[Pattersonca65]

and is why it is good for him to step away, so this time away will get him fired up again. If it doesn't, then stayed retired.

Time away will get him healed up but I am not sure about getting fired up. I think you either have it or you don't.

 

[deep9er]

Time away will get him healed up but I am not sure about getting fired up. I think you either have it or you don't.

and if so, then stay retired.