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The 49ers scored just three points in five possessions with

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The 49ers scored just three points in five possessions with Shaun Hill at quarterback Saturday against the Cowboys. Hill was 9-of-17 for 79 yards. Coach Mike Singletary cited that Hill (back) hadn't practiced for most of the week and therefore wasn't sharp. [...]

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6:00 PM EST (1)

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49ers | Hill expects to play Saturday

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Matt Maiocco, of The Santa Rosa Press Democrat, reports San Francisco 49ers QB Shaun Hill (back) said he expects to play in the team's preseason game Saturday, Aug. 29.

5:00 PM EST (3)

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Shaun Hill gets back to work in San Francisco

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On Wednesday, 49ers coach Mike Singletary played down the severity of quarterback Shaun Hill's back injury. It appears he was speaking the truth, because Hill was back at practice on Thursday. Hill said that he left practice Wednesday in an...

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49ers' Hill returns to practice

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News: Quarterback Shaun Hill returned to practice for the 49ers and deemed himself healthy to play Saturday night at Dallas. Hill left Wednesday's training camp workout after throwing one pass because of a strained lower back that he injured Tuesday, and coach Mike Singletary said he was unsure of Hill's status for the Niners' third exhibition game against the Cowboys. Hill, named the regular-season starting QB Monday by Singletary over Alex Smith, said his back calmed down "quite a bit" and said it was never a major concern to him. [...]

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Both Quinn and Derek Anderson will play with the starters Saturday

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Both Quinn and Derek Anderson will play with the starters Saturday when the Browns face Tennessee.

Impacts: Quinn and Anderson equally shared all the practice snaps throughout training camp. Quinn started and played well in the preseason opener against Green Bay, while Anderson's moment came last week against Detroit, when he led the offense to its first touchdown in seven games. Coach Eric Mangini plans to sit down with both quarterbacks Friday to inform them who will start.

4:00 PM EST (2)

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Hill (back) took part in every individual drill with the 49ers

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Hill (back) took part in every individual drill with the 49ers Thursday, the Santa Rosa Press-Democrat reports. [...]

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Updating QB injuries with 49ers' Hill back

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Posted by ESPN.com's Mike Sando The back strain that sidelined 49ers quarterback Shaun Hill did not keep him from practicing Thursday...

3:00 PM EST (1)

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QB Hill back under center for 49ers

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Quarterback Shaun Hill returned to practice for the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday and deemed himself healthy to play Saturday night at Dallas.

1:00 PM EST (1)

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Updating a previous item, Shaun Hill (back) returned to full

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Updating a previous item, Shaun Hill (back) returned to full team drills at 49ers camp Thursday. Hill also jogged around pain-free, confirming that his back strain isn't serious. [...]

12:00 PM EST (4)

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Big Ben, Favre, Cutler trailed 49ers' Hill

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Posted by ESPN.com's Mike Sando Mike Martz became a believer in quarterback Shaun Hill? That's what the 49ers' former offensive...

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49ers | S. Hill on the field Thursday

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CBSSports.com reports San Francisco 49ers QB Shaun Hill (back) is on the field and throwing passes during practice Thursday, Aug. 27.

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Hill (lower back strain) is considered day-to-day, the Santa

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Hill (lower back strain) is considered day-to-day, the Santa Rosa Press Democrat reports. "It'll be day-to-day," coach Mike Singletary said. "We'll determine day-to-day and see if he'll play in the game (Saturday against the Cowboys) or not." [...]

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Hill's back now a minor issue

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According to Matt Maiocco on Twitter, Shaun Hill participated in the walkthrough portion of Thursday's practice with the first team.

Our View: Apparently he was pain-free throughout practice. Looks like Hill's back strain is nothing to worry about and he remains on pace to start Saturday's preseason game.

11:00 AM EST (1)

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Shaun Hill (back) participated in the walkthrough portion of

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Shaun Hill (back) participated in the walkthrough portion of Thursday's practice, and in some individual drills. Hill also jogged around pain-free, confirming that his back strain isn't serious. [...]

12:00 AM EST (1)

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Hill's back injury not serious

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The team does not plan on having Shaun Hill undergo an MRI on his ailing back, according to Pro Football Talk.

Our View: A great sign for Hill and potential Hill owners, since MRIs are so routine in this day and age. He could still sit out the team's preseason game this weekend as a precaution, but as of now, coach Mike Singletary says he will play.

[+] August 26th 2009 14 Updates

10:00 PM EST (3)

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The 49ers didn't think the strained back Shaun Hill is dealing

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The 49ers didn't think the strained back Shaun Hill is dealing with was serious enough for an MRI. MRIs are routine for just about any injury, so clearly it's not a concern yet. [...]

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The 49ers didn't think the strained back Shaun Hill is dealing

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The 49ers didn't think the strained back Shaun Hill is dealing with was serious enough for an MRI. MRIs are routine for just about any injury, so clearly it's not a concern yet. [...]

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Singletary has Hill's injured

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Tuesday, the 49ers put their offense on Shaun Hill's shoulders by naming him their starting quarterback. Wednesday, he missed virtually all of practice with a strained lower back. Niners head coach Mike Singletary downplayed the severity of the injury, which first...

6:00 PM EST (1)

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Hill (back), who left Wednesday's practice after throwing one

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Hill (back), who left Wednesday's practice after throwing one pass, said he is fine and will be ready to play Saturday against the Cowboys, the Associated Press reports. [...]

5:00 PM EST (1)

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Hill tweaks back in practice

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News: Shaun Hill left the San Francisco 49er's morning practice Wednesday after throwing one pass during team drills. Hill hurt his back during practice Tuesday and coach Mike Singletary said the quarterback was still feeling it a day later. "It was still there today," coach Mike Singletary said. "He probably could have pushed himself through practice, but I told him he didn't need to do that. Let the other guys get the reps and let's go." [...]

4:00 PM EST (6)

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Hill, who was named the 49ers' regular season starter earlier

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Hill, who was named the 49ers' regular season starter earlier this week, left San Francisco's morning practice Wednesday after throwing one pass during team drills.

Impacts: Hill hurt his back during practice Tuesday and coach Mike Singletary said the quarterback was still feeling it a day later. Hill shrugged off the injury and said he'll be fine and ready to play in Saturday's exhibition game against the Dallas Cowboys.

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Hill, who was named the 49ers' starting QB Monday, strained

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Hill, who was named the 49ers' starting QB Monday, strained his lower back at practice Wednesday morning, the San Francisco Chronicle reports. "He has a sore lower back. It'll be day-to-day," coach Mike Singletary said. [...]

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Hill tweaks back in practice

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News: Shaun Hill left the San Francisco 49er's morning practice Wednesday after throwing one pass during team drills. Hill hurt his back during practice Tuesday and coach Mike Singletary said the quarterback was still feeling it a day later. [...]

4.

Despite suffering a strained back at Wednesday's practice, Shaun

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Despite suffering a strained back at Wednesday's practice, Shaun Hill hasn't been ruled out for the 49ers' third exhibition game. Coach Mike Singletary characterized Hill's back as "sore," and said he's still "assuming" Hill will face Dallas. [...]

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49ers' Hill leaves practice after 1 pass

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Shaun Hill left the San Francisco 49er's morning practice Wednesday after throwing one pass during team drills.

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Despite suffering a strained back at Wednesday's practice, Shaun

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Despite suffering a strained back at Wednesday's practice, Shaun Hill hasn't been ruled out for the 49ers' third exhibition game. Coach Mike Singletary characterized Hill's back as "sore," and said he's still "assuming" Hill will face Dallas. [...]

3:00 PM EST (1)

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Shaun Hill is in danger of missing Saturday's game after straining

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Shaun Hill is in danger of missing Saturday's game after straining his lower back in Tuesday's practice. It's a good thing he already wrapped up the starting job. [...]

2:00 PM EST (2)

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49ers | S. Hill day-to-day

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CBSSports.com reports San Francisco 49ers head coach Mike Singletary said QB Shaun Hill (back) is considered day-to-day after suffering a lower back strain Tuesday, Aug. 25. Hill is expected to play in the team's preseason game Saturday, Aug. 29.

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Shaun Hill is in danger of missing Saturday's game after tweaking

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Shaun Hill is in danger of missing Saturday's game after tweaking his lower back in Tuesday's practice. It's a good thing he already wrapped up the starting job. [...]

[+] August 25th 2009 1 Updates

[+] August 24th 2009 11 Updates

9:00 PM EST (2)

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NFL: Shaun Hill Named Starter In SF

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Matt Maiocco, of The Santa Rosa Press Democrat, reports San Francisco 49ers head coach Mike Singletary has named quarterback Shaun Hill as the team's starting quarterback for week one.

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Hill wins Niners' QB job

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News: Shaun Hill is going to start at quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers' season opener at Arizona on Sept. 13, beating out Alex Smith. Coach Mike Singletary made the announcement before Monday afternoon's practice at the team's Santa Clara headquarters. Singletary had been hesitant to say who was leading the competition and each QB earned one exhibition start. [...]

8:00 PM EST (3)

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Hill is going to start at quarterback for the San Francisco

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Hill is going to start at quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers' season opener at Arizona on Sept. 13, beating out Alex Smith.

Impacts: The 29-year-old Hill went 5-3 over the Niners' final eight games last season and was 2-0 as a fill-in starter in 2007. He has shown he can lead the team and, ultimately, win. Hill's success down the stretch helped Singletary get the interim tag removed from his title heading into 2009.

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Coach Mike Singletary announced Monday that Hill will be the

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Coach Mike Singletary announced Monday that Hill will be the starting quarterback to begin the season, the 49ers' official site reports. [...]

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49ers | Hill will make first opening-day start of his NFL career

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Continuing an ongoing storyline, Matt Maiocco, of The Santa Rosa Press Democrat, reports San Francisco 49ers QB Shaun Hill will make his first opening-day start in his eight-year NFL career this season. Hill, who has 10 NFL career starts, beat out QB Alex D. Smith for the starting job this year. Head coach Mike Singletary said he, offensive coordinator Jimmy Raye and quarterback coach Mike Johnson were all in agreement with the decision. Singletary cited Hill's leadership and consistency, as well as his solid play last year, for the reasons to pick him as the starter. Singletary also praised Smith, saying the team is comfortable with him as their No. 2 quarterback.

7:00 PM EST (2)

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Shaun Hill to open season as 49ers starter

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We finally have a declared winner in one of the quarterback battles from around the league.With 100% of the only opinion that matters reporting, Shaun Hill will lead the 49ers into battle in the team's season opener, coach Mike Singletary...

2.

Coach Mike Singletary announced Monday that Shaun Hill will

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Coach Mike Singletary announced Monday that Shaun Hill will be the 49ers' starting quarterback in Week 1. Alex Smith has practiced well and will keep Hill on a short early-season leash, but Hill will lead the Niners onto the field against Arizona on Sept. [...]

6:00 PM EST (2)

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Coach Mike Singletary announced Monday that Shaun Hill will

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Coach Mike Singletary announced Monday that Shaun Hill will be the 49ers' starting quarterback in Week 1. Source: Matt Maiocco on Twitter Related: Alex Smith. [...]

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49ers | Hill named starting QB for Week 1

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Matt Maiocco, of The Santa Rosa Press Democrat, reports San Francisco 49ers head coach Mike Singletary has named QB Shaun Hill as the team's starting quarterback for Week 1.

11:00 AM EST (1)

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49ers coach Mike Singletary said Sunday there's no timetable

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49ers coach Mike Singletary said Sunday there's no timetable for a decision on his starting quarterback. Shaun Hill still has a sizable lead, even though Singletary won't admit it. [...]

10:00 AM EST (1)

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49ers coach Mike Singletary said Sunday there's no timetable

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49ers coach Mike Singletary said Sunday there's no timetable for a decision on his starting quarterback. Shaun Hill still has a sizeable lead, even though Singletary won't admit it. [...]

[+] August 23rd 2009 5 Updates

7:00 PM EST (1)

1.

NFL: 49ers Undecided On Quarterback

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The Associated Press reports San Francisco 49ers head coach Mike Singletary said he would like to see more out of quarterbacks Shaun Hill and Alex D. Smith when they are on the field. Neither player really stepped up during the team's second preseason game, but Singletary would like to choose his team's starting quarterback before their next preseason game.

5:00 PM EST (1)

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Coach Mike Singletary said Sunday that he has made no decision

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Coach Mike Singletary said Sunday that he has made no decision on whether Hill or Alex Smith will start the regular-season opener at QB for the 49ers, the Sacramento Bee reports. [...]

1:00 PM EST (1)

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Both Shaun Hill and Alex Smith had forgettable nights against

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Both Shaun Hill and Alex Smith had forgettable nights against the Raiders on Saturday, and coach Mike Singletary couldn't provide an answer on who he's leaning towards naming as the starter. [...]

12:00 PM EST (1)

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49ers | Singletary wants to see more out of his quarterbacks

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The Associated Press reports San Francisco 49ers head coach Mike Singletary said he would like to see more out of QBs Shaun Hill and Alex D. Smith when they are on the field. Neither player really stepped up during the team's second preseason game, but Singletary would like to choose his team's starting quarterback before their next preseason game.

06:00 AM EST (1)

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49ers | Hill inching toward starting gig?

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Adam Schefter, of ESPN, reports it appears San Francisco 49ers QB Shaun Hill will be named the team's starting quarterback after Alex D. Smith completed just a third of his nine passing attempts and threw an interception Saturday, Aug. 22. Hill was 3-for-7 for 20 yards. Head coach Mike Singletary has previously said he would wait until after the team's third preseason game before choosing a starter.

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4:00 PM EST (1)

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49ers | Singletary does not see separation between Hill, Smith

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Matt Maiocco, of The Santa Rosa Press Democrat, reports San Francisco 49ers head coach Mike Singletary said he does not see any separation between QB Shaun Hill and QB Alex D. Smith. Singletary will continue day-to-day evaluations in the quarterback battle.

1:00 PM EST (1)

1.

NFL: 49ers QB Battle Even After One Game

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The Associated Press reports San Francisco 49ers QB Shaun Hill and QB Alex D. Smith were both solid in the team's preseason game Friday, Aug. 14, but neither did anything to stand out. Smith finished the game 5-for-7 for 33 yards passing with a touchdown and a sack. Hill was 2-for-2 for 41 yards with two sacks in the game. Head coach Mike Singletary has not decided on a starter for the team's preseason game Saturday, Aug. 22.

10:00 AM EST (1)

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Hill, Smith both play decent

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News: San Francisco starter Shaun Hill completed two crisp passes to TE Vernon Davis for 41 yards while leading the Niners on a 58-yard scoring drive to start the game. He also rushed for 9 yards when he escaped the Broncos' pass rush and made a play. Alex Smith, playing with the second unit, took over and threw an easy touchdown pass following a Denver turnover. He finished with 33 yards on 5 of 7 passing. Neither Hill nor Smith did anything flashy to stand out -- not that coach Mike Singletary expected to have a good gauge of who might be his top QB after just one preseason game. He hasn't decided on a starter for the second preseason game, next Saturday against the Oakland Raiders. [...]

09:00 AM EST (1)

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Shaun Hill and Alex Smith look to be pretty close in the 49ers

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Shaun Hill and Alex Smith look to be pretty close in the 49ers starting quarterback battle after Friday's preseason opener. Hill completed both of his pass attempts and Smith went 5-7, while also throwing a short touchdown pass. [...]

02:00 AM EST (1)

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49ers | S. Hill, A. Smith solid Friday

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The Associated Press reports San Francisco 49ers QB Shaun Hill and QB Alex D. Smith were both solid in the team’s preseason game Friday, Aug. 14, but neither did anything to stand out. Smith finished the game 5-for-7 for 33 yards passing with a touchdown and a sack. Hill was 2-for-2 for 41 yards with two sacks in the game. Head coach Mike Singletary has not decided on a starter for the team’s preseason game Saturday, Aug. 22.

[+] August 13th 2009 7 Updates

9:00 PM EST (1)

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Hill will start over Alex Smith in the 49ers' exhibition opener

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Hill will start over Alex Smith in the 49ers' exhibition opener against the Broncos Friday, the Contra Costa Time reports. [...]

7:00 PM EST (1)

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Hill will start over Alex Smith in the 49ers' exhibition opener

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Hill will start over Alex Smith in the 49ers' exhibition opener against the Broncos Friday, the Contra Costa Time reports. [...]

5:00 PM EST (2)

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Hill named starter for 49ers game

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News: Shaun Hill will start at quarterback in the San Francisco 49ers' exhibition opener Friday night against the Denver Broncos. Coach Mike Singletary insists this is no hint who will be under center come the regular season. Hill, who worked with the No. 1 offense during the team's walkthrough Thursday, doesn't have a specific number of plays he will get. Singletary says the flow of the game will dictate when he turns the offense over to Alex Smith and the other quarterbacks. Hill and Smith have been fairly even through the first 13 days of training camp. [...]

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Hill will start at quarterback in the 49ers' exhibition opener

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Hill will start at quarterback in the 49ers' exhibition opener Friday night against the Denver Broncos.

Impacts: Coach Mike Singletary insists this is no hint who will be under center come the regular season. Hill, who worked with the No. 1 offense during the team's walkthrough Thursday, doesn't have a specific number of plays he will get. Singletary says the flow of the game will dictate when he turns the offense over to Alex Smith and the other quarterbacks.

4:00 PM EST (1)

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Shaun Hill has drawn the start for the 49ers' preseason opener

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Shaun Hill has drawn the start for the 49ers' preseason opener Friday against the Broncos. Coach Mike Singletary insists the decision doesn't mean Hill is leading the QB derby. [...]

3:00 PM EST (2)

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49ers | Hill to start Friday

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Matt Maiocco, of The Santa Rosa Press Democrat, reports San Francisco 49ers QB Shaun Hill will start the team's preseason game Friday, Aug. 14. Head coach Mike Singletary said this does not mean Hill is leading in the starting quarterback race.

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Shaun Hill has drawn the start for the 49ers' preseason opener

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Shaun Hill has drawn the start for the 49ers' preseason opener Friday against the Broncos. Coach Mike Singletary insists the decision doesn't mean Hill is leading the QB derby. [...]

[+] August 12th 2009 2 Updates