49ers Expect More Run in New Offense

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Published: May 11, 2009

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... as the new offensive coordinator means that the pass-happy offense Martz installed will no longer be in effect.  In fact, the 49ers will expect just the opposite this upcoming season: more run.

Raye was hired after working with the New York Jets in 2008. In that season, Raye produced a top five running back in Thomas Jones. For the 49ers and their star running back Frank Gore, they hope that they can reproduce such success.

The 49ers struggled with their offensive identity last season with a quarterback battle that lingered all the way into the preseason. With the favoritism of Martz’s protégé, J.T. O’Sullivan, the 49ers struggled to find any offensive rhythm.

It was after head coach Mike Nolan’s firing and the quarterback switch to Shaun Hill did the 49ers string together a more balanced attack.

As the 49ers will still feature another quarterback battle this offseason, the clear choice will be Hill u...

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