San Francisco 49ers right guard Spencer Burford has had his share of success and disappointment over the course of his first two years in the league. The 49ers lineman’s offseason development is something to track, as it will be key to the success of the San Francisco 49ers 2024 campaign. The 2023 version of the 49ers offense was considered elite by many, but if Burford can reach his potential the 2024 version will be even better. Spencer Burford has the physical talent, and the motivation to make such strides this offseason. Burford Has The Motivation After Disappointing 2023 Campaign And…
Author: Reese Adams
Reese Adams
Reese Adams has been writing for Gridiron Heroics since March 2024, covering the San Francisco 49ers, UC Berkeley Football, and relating topics. Reese graduated from San Francisco State University with a Communications Degree.
49ers second year players have shown to be important pieces for their success in years past. Dee Winters, Ji’Ayir Brown, and Darrell Luter Jr. will all be called upon to take on a much larger role in their second year in San Francisco. The 49ers have established a draft system in which they like to take players who do not have to come in and start right away. This allows for the player to sit and learn behind a veteran in Year One all the while contributing on special teams. The hope is that in doing this, their second year…
Dre Greenlaw’s impact on the field has been felt ever since his rookie season in 2019. He is credited for saving the 49ers season that year with the number one seed on the line in Week 17. That is why many people inside and outside the building will be saddened to see Dre Greenlaw leave when the 49ers next campaign is finished. There is a consensus within the 49ers organization that Dre Greenlaw is the best tackler, the best box-to-box linebacker, and the tone-setter for the 49ers defense. The 49ers faithful must enjoy the last dance as they simply will…
The San Francisco 49ers would not have had the success they had in the 2023-2024 season without the contributions of Wide Receiver Brandon Aiyuk. Aiyuk is an irreplaceable piece for the 49ers as he is a selfless blocker in the run-game, while still putting up WR1 numbers through the air. If the 49ers wish to reach the Super Bowl once again this upcoming season they will need such contributions again from the star wideout, but it will not come without a pay raise. Aiyuk is entering the season on his 5th-year option, and has already stated that he is seeking…
