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Quarterback Rank: #22
Overall: #138
Smith had a career season, setting career highs in completion percentage (61), yards (3,144) and total touchdowns (19). He also had a career low in interceptions, throwing just five all season. Smith had an impressive 90.7 quarterback rating. His numbers weren't gaudy, though, managing the offense well while limiting turnovers. He had nine games with less than 200 yard and didn't hit the 300-yard mark all season. Smith did what the 49ers asked of him, though, and won a lot of games. He should continue to start for San Francisco this season but second-year quarterback Colin Kaepernick is the future at the position for the 49ers. If Smith has any stumbles, he could find his way on the bench in a hurry. Smith has topped 3,000 yards just once during his career but does have 15-plus scores three times. Smith has a big arm, moves around the pocket pretty well and will make plays running the ball (179-rushing yards last season). His accuracy is improving and he is limiting turnovers. The 49ers are a run-first, conservative team but seem to have more confidence in Smith, which could lead to more chances for him in 2012.
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His numbers can improve on last season but that still doesn't mean he'll be a huge help to fantasy teams. He might be worth a spot start in the right matchup. He just doesn't post huge numbers. A season with 3,500 yards and 20 or so scores are possible in a maturing offense, but those numbers are far from off the charts for fantasy teams. |
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| San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh said he is pleased with the way QB Alex Smith has improved his throwing motion this offseason. Smith worked with motion specialist Tom House to work on improving his motion. |
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| The San Francisco 49ers believe QB Alex Smith can improve his accuracy by working to fix two mechanical flaws they have found. The team thinks Smith can especially improve his throws outside the numbers if he corrects his flaws. The first flaw is that Smith locks his left leg as he strides during his throwing motion. The second flaw is sometimes he veers off to the right when he is supposed to take a straight drop back. |
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| The San Francisco 49ers raised their offer late in negotiations with QB Alex Smith, according to a league source Wednesday, March 21. Smith signed a three-year, $24 million contract that includes $9 million guaranteed, the source said. The total money did not change, but originally he was to receive $8 million guaranteed. If Smith maxes out his incentive package - likely based on play time and undisclosed performance levels - the total package of the contract can reach $33 million. |
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| San Francisco 49ers QB Alex Smith said he is not upset with the team's pursuit of QB Peyton Manning who decided to sign with the Denver Broncos. |
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| The San Francisco 49ers and QB Alex Smith have agreed to terms on a three-year contract that will pay him $8 million per season with $16.5 million guaranteed, a person with knowledge of the negotiations said Wednesday, March 21. Smith's new deal, which was all but done late Tuesday, March 20, can pay him up to $33 million. |
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| The San Francisco 49ers and free-agent QB Alex Smith (49ers) agreed to terms on a new contract Tuesday, March 20. It is believe Smith will make around $8 million per season, according to published reports. |
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| San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh and the front office met with free-agent QB Alex Smith (49ers) for an hour Monday, March 19, in order to smooth over their relationship after San Fran pursued Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning. Harbaugh is likely trying to sell Smith on returning to the team. |
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| The San Francisco 49ers are expected to re-sign QB Alex Smith after the team lost out on signing Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning. Smith met with the Miami Dolphins over the weekend, but now that they have signed QB David Garrard, Smith has turned back to the 49ers. Smith's contract offer is still on the table; they offered three years and $24 million. |
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| The San Francisco 49ers will likely now turn their attention to re-signing free-agent QB Alex Smith after free-agent QB Peyton Manning (Colts) has decided to play for the Denver Broncos. If the team is unable to re-sign Smith, QB Colin Kaepernick would likely end up the team's starter. |
| Fantasy Impact: The 49ers are going to try to mend fences here. They will do all they can to get Smith back in the mix. |
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| Free-agent QB Alex Smith (49ers) is very interested in signing with the Miami Dolphins if they are serious about their interest in him. |
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Hot -- Moving Up in the Player Rankings.
Cold -- Moving Down in the Player Rankings.
Injury Concern.
Sleeper.