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Rathman accepts 49ers' offer
Tom Rathman has accepted the 49ers' offer to take over as the club's running backs coach, he confirmed just moments ago as he was leaving Alameda after clearing out his belongings at the Raiders' complex.
Singletary wants control of the team, little else
sfgate.com — It is clear that, having seen him since the clock started on his new contract Sunday evening, he wants to be the last word on all phases of the football operation. He'll listen to other words, but they'd better be damned convincing ones. He has the ... (more) Singletary wants control of the team, little else
Economy slows 49ers' stadium plans; could it lead to talks with Raiders?
Economy slows 49ers' stadium plans; could it lead to talks with Raiders?
mercurynews.com — Team officials said they remain focused on starting construction of a new $854 million stadium next year, but acknowledged the economy and other factors 'are making hitting our target more difficult.'    Share your thoughts about stadium (more) Economy slows 49ers' stadium plans; could it lead to ...
Rathman interviews for RB coach job
blog.pressdemocrat.com — Former 49ers fullback Tom Rathman interviewed today for the vacant position of 49ers running backs coach, a position he held with the organization under Steve Mariucci from 1997-2002. (more) Rathman interviews for RB coach job
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RATHMAN, BACK IN SAN FRAN
ProFootballTalk.com — A familiar name and face is returning to San Francisco. Per various media reports, former 49ers fullback Tom Rathman has accepted an offer to become the team’s new running backs coach. Rathman replaces Tony Nathan, whom new coach Mike Singletary fired. The team has not yet announced the move, reportedly because Rathman has not signed a contract.

Rathman hired as Running Backs coach
Niners Nation — ... FOOCH'S NOTE: Thanks to abasketballfan and also maveric_87 for getting up FanPosts about this.  Maiocco confirmed with Rathman that he's been offered the RB coach job.  Nice to get our ducks in a row and slowly get the coaching staff assembled. ...

Rathman hired as new running backs coach
Mining the Gold RushThe Press Democrat is reporting that Tom Rathman has accepted the offer to become the Niners' new running backs coach. This is great. He fits exactly what Singletary has in mind and more importantly, he brings back a taste of the good ol' days to the organization. The important thing about this is that we have an experienced guy at a position that is so vital to the team's success. The running game was not as strong this past season as it was a couple years back. However, with a healthy Frank Gore and hopefully, a running back bench that can benefit ...

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The National Football Post has just been informed that former San Francisco 49ers running back Tom Rathman has been named the new running backs coach for the 49ers. Rathman was the running backs coach for the Detroit Lions from 2003-2005. In addition, he spent the past two seasons coaching the ...
Rathman Interviews for RB Coach49ersNews.com
From Matt Maiocco’s Blog: Former 49ers fullback Tom Rathman interviewed today for the vacant position of 49ers running backs coach, a position he held with the organization under Steve Mariucci from 1997-2002. Rathman, who played eight of his nine NFL seasons with the 49ers, met with ...