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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.

Oct 27, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Isaac Guerendo (31) celebrates with San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) after scoring a touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys during the third quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images
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49ers-Bears Game Preview: Time For A Pride Check

After three straight losses, the 49ers face a pride check game at home against Chicago. This week Deebo Samuel said the team is better than their 5-7 record, here’s the opportunity to prove it.

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Oct 27, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan on the field before the game against the Dallas Cowboys at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images
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If Bezos Buys the Bears, how Could that Impact the 49ers?

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is rumored to be the frontrunner to buy the Chicago Bears from the McCaskey family. The Bears have a new stadium in development, they

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Oct 10, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. (1) and San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk (44) celebrate after Deebo Samuel Sr. (1) scored a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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The 49ers Rebuild: There Will Be Blood

Christian McCaffrey and Jordan Mason are out for the year, and in likelihood so are the 49ers. Technically San Francisco still has a 9% chance to make the playo

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Bills quarterback Josh Allen throws a pass to wide receiver Khalil Shakir during first half action of their home game against the San Francisco 49ers in Orchard Park on Dec. 1, 2024. Shakir got additional yards on the play before being tackled.
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The Bills Dominate the 49ers in 35-10 Rout

In a disappointing season a team typically reaches a point of no return, a realization that, “we have met the enemy, and it is us.” A late collapse against Seat

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Dec 7, 2020; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) gets away from San Francisco 49ers defensive end Kerry Hyder (92) during the second half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
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49ers-Buffalo Preview: Will the Season Be Buried in the Snow?

Snow is blowing sideways in the crisp winter air as the hooves of the Budweiser Clydesdales kick up snow drifts in slow motion. The horses pull a wagon carrying a Christmas tree into the distance, revealing the San Francisco 49ers.

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Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (8) celebrates scoring a touchdown in the third quarter against the San Francisco 49ers during their football game Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
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49ers Collapse in 38-10 Loss to Green Bay

This loss was so thorough it felt final, as if the 49ers were given their last rites for the 2024 season. Technically the 49ers playoff chances aren’t dead yet, but that day is fast approaching.

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Nov 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan on the sideline against the Seattle Seahawks in the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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49ers Face Critical Decisions in 2025

Kyle Shanahan finds himself on the hot seat for the first time in eight years. He won’t be fired, he’s bought himself a year’s grace after two Super Bowl appearances, four NFC Championship Games, and making the Yorks' cash register sing.

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San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) picks up 32 yard on a reception after a missed tackle by Green Bay Packers safety Jonathan Owens during the third quarter of their NFC divisional playoff game Saturday, January 20, 2024 at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The San Francisco 49ers beat the Green Bay Packers 24-21.
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49ers-Packers Preview: How Do the Depleted Niners Compete?

No Brock Purdy or Nick Bosa, but the 49ers are optimistic Trent Williams can now play, he’ll be evaluated pre-game.

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Jan 14, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan on the sidelines in the fourth quarter of a wild card game against the Seattle Seahawks at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images
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49ers Four Questions: The Kyle Shanahan Edition

The 49ers’ latest come from ahead defeat has some calling for Kyle Shanahan’s head. He has driven the team bus into a ditch and their playoff chances are now at 27% according to ESPN’s formulas. Let’s break it down.

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Nov 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) scores a rushing touchdown past San Francisco 49ers cornerback Isaac Yiadom (22) to win the game in the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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Geno Smith Sticks A Dagger in the 49ers Season, Seattle Wins 20-17

Seattle quarterback Geno Smith found redemption with his first win against the Niners in six tries. Smith did what he usually does against the Niners -- threw a costly interception due to pressure, didn’t make the key play when it must be made.

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Oct 10, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) looks to pass against the San Francisco 49ers during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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49ers-Seahawks Game Preview: Get To Geno

Geno Smith is winless against the 49ers, 0-5 with four touchdowns and five picks. Smith hurries in a crowded pocket, he can be pressured into mistakes. The surprising key for the Niners' offense in this game is play-action.

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January 20, 2024; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) during the fourth quarter in a 2024 NFC divisional round game against the Green Bay Packers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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NFC Playoff Race: The 49ers Need Some Help

This Sunday’s divisional game against Seattle and next week’s matchup in Green Bay are vital to the 49ers' playoff chances. Win both and their playoff hopes increase.

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