With the exception of the final three plays of the Super Bowl, the 49ers seem to score a touchdown with every decision they make these days. Read More

PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Eagles hired Tom Gamble to be vice president of player personnel. Gamble spent the previous eight seasons with the defending NFC champion 49ers, including the last two as director of player personnel. The move was announced Wednesday. Gamble will work in both the college and pro personnel departments. Read More

A group that promotes the responsible consumption of alcohol is asking San Francisco not to demonize hard liquor by tying it to rowdiness after sporting events. Last week, Mayor Ed Lee said that although San Francisco will not ban liquor sales, he is encouraging bars to limit sales or serve it in a responsible manner. The American Beverage Institute responded Monday in a statement that asked The City “to avoid demonizing a perfectly legal product.” Read More

Colin Kaepernick’s favorite tattoo is on the inside of his arm and reads, “my gift is my curse.” Relating that to his sudden rise to stardom as a quarterback preparing to play in the Super Bowl, Kaepernick is staying grounded by realizing that with fame comes scrutiny. Every play is scrutinized, every word is dissected. He’s recognized everywhere he goes in public, and he has more ticket requests for Super Bowl XLVII than he can fulfill. Read More