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Bobby Horne

I have followed the San Francisco 49ers since I was a child and played the sport of football for a decade. I have lived in California my entire life and am very excited to be covering my favorite team. I welcome everyone to enjoy my work and follow me on Twitter where I can interact with my fellow fans.

SANTA CLARA, CA - SEPTEMBER 21: Brian Hoyer #2 of the San Francisco 49ers is hit by Aaron Donald #99 of the Los Angeles Rams during their NFL game at Levi's Stadium on September 21, 2017 in Santa Clara, California. Donald was flagged for roughing the passer. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

San Francisco 49ers: Ranking the 5 toughest players the Niners face in 2018

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SEATTLE, WA - SEPTEMBER 16: Wide receiver Dante Pettis #8 of the Washington Huskies scores a touchdown in the second quarter against Johnny Johnson #17 of the Fresno State Bulldogs at Husky Stadium on September 16, 2017 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)

San Francisco 49ers: Will rookie WR Dante Pettis make an immediate impact?

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SANTA CLARA, CA - DECEMBER 24: Head coach Kyle Shanahan of the San Francisco 49ers congratulates Jimmy Garoppolo #10 after a one-yard touchdown run against the Jacksonville Jaguars during their NFL game at Levi's Stadium on December 24, 2017 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Robert Reiners/Getty Images)

The 49ers’ biggest challenge of the upcoming 2018 season

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CHICAGO, IL - DECEMBER 03: Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo #10 of the San Francisco 49ers warms up prior to the game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on December 3, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Kena Krutsinger/Getty Images)

San Francisco 49ers: Predicting 3 key offensive players’ stats for 2018

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SANTA CLARA, CA - NOVEMBER 29: A view of San Francisco 49ers helmets on the bench during their NFL game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium on November 29, 2015 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

San Francisco 49ers: 5 biggest stars of 2018 OTAs so far

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HOUSTON, TX - DECEMBER 10: Head coach Kyle Shanahan of the San Francisco 49ers looks at the video board in the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on December 10, 2017 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Projecting the 49ers offensive depth chart after 2018 NFL Draft

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CHAPEL HILL, NC - NOVEMBER 25: Bradley Chubb #9 of the North Carolina State Wolfpack leaves the field with a piece of the Kenan Stadium hedges between his teeth following a win against the North Carolina Tar Heels on November 25, 2016 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. North Carolina State won 28-21. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)

The 49ers’ playoff chances will hinge on EDGE play in 2018

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SEATTLE, WA - SEPTEMBER 17: Safety Eric Reid #35 of the San Francisco 49ers walks off the field after the game against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field on September 17, 2017 in Seattle, Washington. The Seattle Seahawks beat the San Francisco 49ers 12-9. (Photo by Stephen Brashear/Getty Images)

Why re-signing safety Eric Reid is the right move for the 49ers

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SANTA CLARA, CA - NOVEMBER 29: A view of San Francisco 49ers helmets on the bench during their NFL game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium on November 29, 2015 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

San Francisco 49ers: 5 bold predictions ahead of the 2018 season

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CHANDLER, AZ - JANUARY 29: Cornerback Richard Sherman #25 of the Seattle Seahawks speaks during a Super Bowl XLIX media availability at the Arizona Grand Hotel on January 29, 2015 in Chandler, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Richard Sherman’s value to 49ers extends well beyond on-field play

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Sep 12, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Shaun Draughn (24) rushes against Los Angeles Rams strong safety T.J. McDonald (25) during the first half of an NFL game at Levi

49ers vs. Panthers: 5 Ways San Francisco Can Win in Week 2

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Sep 1, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Chip Kelly looks on from the sidelines during the second half of the game against the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium. San Francisco won 31-21. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

Ranking All San Francisco 49ers 2016 Positions by Strength

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Sep 1, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Chip Kelly speaks to reporters following the game against the San Diego Chargers during the second half of the game at Qualcomm Stadium. San Francisco won 31-21. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

Predicting Final Wave of 49ers Roster Cuts

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August 26, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Mike Davis (22, left) is tackled by Green Bay Packers outside linebacker Carl Bradford (54) during the third quarter at Levi

Packers vs. 49ers: 5 Biggest Takeaways for San Francisco

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Aug 14, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Chip Kelly walks down the sideline during action against the Houston Texans in the fourth quarter at Levi

Predicting 49ers Starting Lineup after Week 1 of Preseason

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Jun 8, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers free safety Eric Reid (35) speaks with head coach Chip Kelly during minicamp at the San Francisco 49ers Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

49ers Traning Camp: 5 Burning Questions Facing San Francisco

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