San Francisco 49ers: Alex Smith Starts as Team Remains in Denial

In the constant search for his defining moment as the San Francisco 49ers starting quarterback, former No. 1 overall pick Alex Smith is merely chasing ghosts (Montana and Young to be specific).

Or better yet, maybe it’s a misguided front office that doesn’t realize its master plan is burning to the ground—because without Alex Smith in the starting lineup, this Niners team is completely broken. No NFC West title, no playoffs and perhaps a huge off-season shakeup will be looming if the losing continues.

Most of the Niners' problems lie with Smith—he’s just not good enough to succeed at the NFL level.

His brilliant play has only been equaled by his mistakes and bl...

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