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New starter: Harbaugh names Kaepernick the starting QB over Smith

Found November 22, 2012 on The Capital Sports Report: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Colin Kaepernick,  Jim Harbaugh,  Alex Smith
TEAMS: San Francisco 49ers
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By Anthony Caruso III The Capital Sports Report Owner/Managing Editor/Sr. Writer The San Francisco 49ers have named Colin Kaepernick the starting quarterback. Colin Kaepernick Head coach Jim Harbaugh has informed Alex Smith of his decision. Smith missed Monday night’s game with a concussion, and he hasn’t been yet. He could be cleared by the end of the week. Harbaugh’s decision, though, apparently did not come down to Smith’s health. After Monday night’s game, he refused to commit to Smith, which caused a controversy. Kaepernick, on Monday Night Football, showed off his underrated passing skills. He also made throws that Smith typically did not attempt in his 49ers career. If Kaepernick stays the quarterback for the rest of the season, Smith could be looking for a new home in the off-season. He signed a three-year, $24 million dollar deal on March 20th, 2012. He will make $7.5 million next season with a $1 million dollar roster bonus due in March. He is also scheduled to maker $7.5 million in 2014, as well. © 2007-2012 The Capital Sports Report. All rights reserved. All the articles and photos contained on the website are protected by the US Copyright law and may not be re-produced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published or broadcasted without the prior written permission. The Capital Sports Report and its logo are official trademarks of Anthony Caruso III and Anthony Caruso Enterprises.
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