San Francisco 49ers: 2009 Success Hinges on Improved Play from Secondary

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Published: May 22, 2009

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... to question whether or not their team has a pass defense capable of getting them there.

Before delving into the play of last year's secondary, it's important to note how this year's offseason has unfolded.

So far, the 49ers have made some significant additions. However, up until recently, each and every one of them were on the offensive side of the ball.

The 49ers brought in free agent offensive tackle and former Pittsburgh Steeler Marvel Smith to fill their hole at right tackle in an attempt to shore up the offensive line.

Smith's signing wasn't the only change. In an attempt to improve the blocking for running back Frank Gore, San Francisco decided to bring back fullback Moran Norris. Norris spent 2006 and 2007 with the 49ers, years that saw Frank Gore put up his best two seasons running the football.

San Francisco didn't stop adding to the offense after they beefed up the running game. Instead, they added to their receiving corps by signing fo...

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