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Dolphins rookies likely will require patience in year one

Therefore, expecting Jordan to produce double-digit sacks right away like Aldon Smith (14 sacks) or Von Miller (11.5) did as rookies would be unrealistic.

Eagles will 'shock the world,' Sopoaga vows

He's coming off a Super Bowl high with the 49ers, and we're not sure it's sunk in with him yet that Colin Kaepernick, Patrick Willis, NaVorro Bowman and Aldon Smith no longer are his teammates.

Manning, Peterson among NFL 101 Award winners

"Other honorees on included: Minnesota running back Adrian Peterson for NFC offensive player of the year; Houston defensive end J.J. Watt for AFC defensive player of the year; San Francisco...

Oregon's Dion Jordan attempts to answer doubters

Mike Mayock of the NFL Network suspects so, but compared Jordan to San Francisco 49ers outside linebacker Aldon Smith, a 2012 Pro Bowler who has 33.5 sacks in his two years in the league.

Monte Poole: Raiders' future rests with Allen and McKenzie

"McKenzie pointed to the draft's impact on San Francisco's defense, on which five starters - NaVorro Bowman, Dashon Goldson, Ray McDonald, Aldon Smith and Patrick Willis - were selected in the draft.

49ers' Harbaugh wishes for a do-over on final drive

"As not being good enough," he replied.- Aldon Smith insisted Tuesday that his shoulder was not an issue even though he did not have a sack in the final six games, including the Super Bowl loss to...

Niners have better chance than Ravens to be back

"This is kind of tough, to get this far and let everything slip away through your hands," said Ahmad Brooks, part of the best linebacking corps in the league, along with All-Pros Patrick Willis,...

Ravens vs. 49ers: Who has the edge

The 49ers enjoy forcing their opponents into a pass-oriented approach so they can unleash Aldon Smith and Justin Smith on the quarterback.

Turnover battle could be key in Super Bowl

Even though Chris Culliver had an interception and Aldon Smith a fumble recovery, all defensive players received a wristband.

NFL safety a high priority from president to the player

"This is football," said 49ers outside linebacker Aldon Smith, a former University of Missouri star.

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49ers Blog and Q&A: Arms race: 49ers draft picks have something in common

Two years ago, you'll recall, both Harbaugh and Trent Baalke were positively giddy about Aldon...

New 49er Cornellius 'Tank' Carradine says his knee is OK

Carradine (6-foot-4, 276 pounds) adds depth to a defensive front that struggled late last season...

FSU's Defensive End Cornellius Carradine, offensive tackle Menelik Watson taken...

The 49ers hope he will pair well with Aldon Smith and form one of the most dangerous...

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Justin Smith, Aldon Smith on pace after surgeries

Justin Smith, Aldon Smith on pace after surgeries

NFL Today: 49ers at Saints

If 49ers can put pressure on Drew Brees and the Saints offense — Aldon Smith leads the NFL...

49ers LB Aldon Smith chases defensive honors

49ers LB Aldon Smith chases defensive honors

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Justin Smith, Aldon Smith of San Francisco 49ers on pace after surgeries

Aldon Smith needed a shoulder operation to repair a torn labrum.

Baltimore Ravens, San Francisco 49ers respond to football safety concerns voiced...

49eres All-Pro linebacker Aldon Smith was among several San Francisco players who doesn't see...

San Francisco 49ers respond to President Barack Obama's concerns

49ers LB Aldon Smith is one NFL player who says he'd let his son play football.