NFL - Sports Rumors - San Francisco 49ers

Alex Smith's strong play has forced San Francisco 49ers coaching staff to hold off on a decision on a starting quarterback until the staff can see both quarterbacks in exhibitions, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.

The 49ers open their exhibition season with the Broncos at Candlestick on Friday night Aug. 14 at 7 p.m. and then play the Raiders at home eight days later again at 5.15. One would think the 49ers would what to cruise into their third preseason contest with the starter declared, according to the Chronicle.

"I think we're going to go into preseason. I've said it all along," Singletary said. "The sooner the better. We'll just continue to look at it, and when we feel that a decision needs to be made, then we'll make it."

Source: San Francisco Chronicle