San Francisco 49ers: Forget Alex Smith, 49ers’ Offensive Success Starts Up Front

If you believe the hype around the 49ers’ offseason, you think San Francisco’s success hinges solely on improved play at quarterback.  

In that case, consider me Chuck D because I think the play of the guys protecting the QB will determine the 49ers’ fate in 2011. 

If you’ve watched the games (and looked at the numbers) you realize San Francisco’s offensive problems start with not being able to protect the QB consistently and an inability to run when other teams stack the box. 

San Francisco was 27th in the league last season in sacks allowed (44) and 30th in quarterback hits (95...

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