49ers Still Lack a True Goal-Line Back

Coming into the 2009 offseason, NFL analysts were dissecting the San Francisco 49ers and the various holes on the roster. Most of the discussions were centered around the offensive line, free-safety position, and the pass rush.

Now, clearly each of these three areas were in desperate need of an upgrade, but one particular play last season could have turned things around for the 49ers.

If the they had scored from the two-yard line on the final play of a Monday Night contest against the division-leading Cardinals, San Francisco would have split the season series againt Arizona, giving the red and gold a legitimate chance to win the division.

But the loss essentially eliminated any chance to catch the Super Bowl-bound Cardinals.

The play in question was a power...

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