Did the 49ers Make the Right Move Extending Joe Staley’s Contract?

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Published: June 6, 2009

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... a six-year contract extension.

According to ESPN.com's John Clayton, Staley will have $18 million guaranteed with an opportunity to make as much as $45 million if he pays well.

Clayton commented that the deal was unusual because Staley hasn't played out his rookie contract yet. But General Manager Scot McCloughan made it clear that the team had full confidence in Staley.

"Joe Staley is the type of player we want to continue to add to this football team," McCloughan said. "He's a tough, versatile, no-nonsense type of guy who wants to do whatever it takes to help his team win football games."

But is Staley really as good as McCloughan thinks he is?

Give the guy credit. He's started the first 32 games of his NFL career, showing the ability to play both left and right tackle.

However, his success on the offensive line has been mixed. Numerous Web sites have reported that Staley surrendered 8.5 sacks last year, which is among the highest at hi...

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