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Tom Jensen

Tom Jensen

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Tom Jensen covered the San Francisco 49ers from 1985-87 for KUBA-AM in Yuba City, part of the team’s radio network. He won two awards from UPI for live news reporting. Tom attended 49ers home games and camp in Rocklin. He grew up a Niners fan starting in 1970, the final year at Kezar. Tom also covered the Kings when they first arrived in Sacramento, and served as an online columnist writing on the Los Angeles Lakers for bskball.com. He grew up in the East Bay, went to San Diego State undergrad, a classmate of Tony Gwynn, covering him in baseball and as the team’s point guard in basketball. Tom has an MBA from UC Irvine with additional grad coursework at UCLA. He's writing his first science fiction novel, has collaborated on a few screenplays, and runs his own global jazz/R&B website at vibrationsoftheworld.com. Tom lives in Seattle and hopes to move to Tracktown (Eugene, OR) in the spring.

Sep 7, 2024; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Marshall Thundering Herd defensive lineman Mike Green (15) celebrates after sacking Virginia Tech Hokies quarterback Kyron Drones (1) during the first quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images
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Difficult Draft Calls for the 49ers: Weapons vs. Trenches

The 49ers enter this draft needing stars while also searching for identity, who they are and how they’ll win. That leads to decisions on a deeper level than selecting the best player available.

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Tennessee quarterback Joe Milton III (7) is defended by Georgia defensive lineman Mykel Williams (13) during a football game between Tennessee and Georgia at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023.
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49ers Lightning Round: From Brock Purdy to The Draft

We'll see whether the 49ers and Purdy can compromise and when. Recent history says not until late August. His agent is trying to leverage his lottery ticket in Purdy and that will make it difficult to reach a deal.

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Nov 18, 2023; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers offensive lineman Armand Membou (79) at the line of scrimmage against the Florida Gators during the game at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
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7-Round 49ers Mock: “Get Greatness Early, If You Settle You’ve Failed”

Back in the day in the press box at Candlestick, I usually sat next to the advance scout for the next opponent. I’d answer questions on the Niners and ask about

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Sep 30, 2023; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; LSU Tigers offensive linemen Will Campbell (66) waits for the snap during the first half against the Mississippi Rebels at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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49ers 7-Round Mock Draft 3.0: OT Will Campbell Drops to 11

The new shakeup in the top ten sees the New York Giants looking to add a veteran quarterback and draft one. The 49ers are hoping one of their top four falls to them, and thanks to the Giants one does.

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Oct 8, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk (44) blocks for running back Christian McCaffrey (23) during the first quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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49ers Four Questions: Driving the Team Bus into a Ditch

The Yorks impose austerity on the 49ers, saying they spent too much money on a 6-11 team. Management lets seven starters walk, pinches pennies, and makes their

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Aug 12, 2022; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Luke Farrell (89) runs with the ball during the third quarter of a preseason game against the Cleveland Browns at TIAA Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Douglas DeFelice-Imagn Images
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49ers Free Agency: A Changing of the Guard

The 49ers are turning over about a third of their starters and key contributors, with many players leaving in the first day of free agency. The change wasn’t ju

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Feb 10, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; San Francisco 49ers chief executive officer Jed York at the Super Bowl LIX host committee handoff press conference. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Four 49ers Questions: Austerity, Free Agency and the Draft

Denise, John and Jed York have decided to force change upon a stuck in his ways Kyle Shanahan, in essence imposing a cash cap for the 49ers. After spending over

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Feb 27, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell (LB05) participates in drills during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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49ers Post-Combine Mock 1st Round and Sleeper OL Picks

A week ago, Michigan defensive tackle Mason Graham was labeled a top-five lock in the draft, now he’s in one mock draft going to the 49ers at 11 due to body mea

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Feb 26, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Georgia defensive lineman Mykel Williams (DL73) during the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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49ers Notes From The Combine: John Lynch speaks, plus D Line and LB Testing

The drills are underway at the NFL Scouting Combine with the edges leading day one as Shemar Stewart of Texas A&M and James Pearce Jr. of Tennessee may have moved into the top ten of the draft with their performances.

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Nov 30, 2024; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies running back Bhayshul Tuten (33) runs the ball for a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Virginia Cavaliers at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images
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What the San Francisco 49ers Will Look for at the NFL Scouting Combine

Heading into their most important draft in years, the 49ers arrive at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis in need of stars and depth. Nfl.com’s Daniel Jere

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Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) makes a catch against Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton (32) in the first quarter in Super Bowl LIX at Ceasars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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49ers Four Questions: Deebo Samuel, Free Agency, and Finances

Trade talks for Deebo Samuel are reportedly at the point where specifics are being discussed and a deal seems likely, let’s get into it. 1. What’s going on

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Sep 14, 2024; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Michigan Wolverines defensive back Will Johnson (2) pursues a play on defense against the Arkansas State Red Wolves at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
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A Deep Dive Into the 49ers Draft Options at Pick No. 11

Testing at the NFL Draft Combine begins on the 27th, it’s time to bring the draft into focus. The latest rumors, mock drafts and big boards from Daniel Jeremiah

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