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Mon, 06 May 2013 11:04:07 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon likely will make the roster this season if he shows that he is one of the team's best special teams players.
Thu, 29 Nov 2012 12:42:49 -0800
Even though San Francisco 49ers RB LaMichael James hasn't been active for any games this year, he may have the best shot to become the backup to RB Frank Gore. James and QB Colin Kaepernick ran a zone-read offense effectively together in the preseason, and James ran a similar offense in college at Oregon. However, James has spent almost all of his practice time on the scout team this year, and he hasn't had much experience in special teams, which could hurt his chances. RB Anthony Dixon has been active every game this year because he is vital to the special teams. RB Brandon Jacobs doesn't make any special teams contributions either, so if James is active over Dixon, the team will have two backup running backs who don't contribute on special teams.
Wed, 28 Nov 2012 17:33:30 -0800
San Francisco 49ers RB Frank Gore will continue to see the majority of touches with RB Kendall Hunter (Achilles') done for the year, and RBs Anthony Dixon, Brandon Jacobs, LaMichael James and Jewel Hampton are also available to pitch in. James may be the most intriguing because he provides the best change of pace to Gore. "He's a guy similar to (Saints running back Darren) Sproles. He can still carry the ball up inside. I know he's anxious to get out there and play," S Donte Whitner said.
Sat, 17 Nov 2012 18:14:42 -0800
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon (hamstring), SS Dashon Goldson (ribs), LB Tavares Gooden (elbow, quadriceps), C Jonathan Goodwin (ankle) and DT Will Tukuafu (wrist) practiced fully Saturday, Nov. 17, and are each listed as probable for the Week 11 game against the Chicago Bears Monday, Nov. 19.
Fri, 16 Nov 2012 17:54:42 -0800
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon (hamstring), SS Dashon Goldson (ribs), LB Tavares Gooden (elbow, quadriceps), C Jonathan Goodwin (ankle) and DT Will Tukuafu (wrist) each took part in a full practice Friday, Nov. 16.
Thu, 15 Nov 2012 17:56:13 -0800
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon (hamstring), WR Mario Manningham (shoulder), C Jonathan Goodwin (ankle), DT Will Tukuafu (wrist), LB Tavares Gooden (elbow, quadriceps), LB Patrick Willis (shoulder) and SS Dashon Goldson (ribs) fully participated in practice Thursday, Nov. 15.
Wed, 29 Aug 2012 06:04:30 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon stands a good chance of making the final roster, according to offensive coordinator Greg Roman. "I think we can look to (Dixon) to have his most productive season as a Niner," Roman said. Dixon seemed hopelessly buried on the depth chart at running back when training camp began, but he has taken advantage of recent injuries at the position and has strung together two solid preseason games.
Mon, 30 Jul 2012 12:01:55 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon has asked head coach Jim Harbaugh to a chance to play at fullback and Harbaugh said Dixon is responding to the move.
Thu, 07 Jun 2012 10:36:40 -0700
The San Francisco 49ers are not expected to try RB Anthony Dixon out at fullback because he does not fit the profile of a fullback since he tries to avoid contact. Dixon will have to perform well during training camp in order to make the final roster.
Tue, 08 May 2012 14:16:38 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Frank Gore feels he has plenty left in the tank despite the team's plans to ease his workload in coming years. RBs Brandon Jacobs, Kendall Hunter, Anthony Dixon, Rock Cartwright and LaMichael James are all on roster and will threaten Gore's playing time. "I feel like I still got a lot left in my tank," Gore said. "I want to show it off that I still got a lot left in my tank and I can play at a high level. I will play at a high level as long as God blesses me to be healthy so I can go out and do something that I love."
Wed, 02 May 2012 11:03:01 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon is expected to be on the roster bubble once training camp begins and will have to win a roster spot with his play.
Wed, 22 Feb 2012 12:53:02 -0800
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon likely will have to compete for a roster spot during training camp because the team is expected to draft a running back that is capable of being an every-down presence.
Sun, 20 Nov 2011 18:28:28 -0800
San Francisco 49ers RB Kendall Hunter had 11 carries for 27 yards in Week 11 against the Arizona Cardinals, and RB Anthony Dixon added 32 yards on seven runs. Davis also managed a 15-yard reception.
Tue, 15 Nov 2011 12:35:51 -0800
San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh gave the indication that he may not push RB Frank Gore (knee) in Week 11 with RBs Kendall Hunter and Anthony Dixon more than capable of carrying the load. "I would plan on (Gore) playing, but you just feel like right now that we've got a stable of backs," Harbaugh said. "We've got Frank Gore. We've got Kendall Hunter. We've got fresh legs in Anthony Dixon. This bodes really well for our football team." The team has a short week in Week 12 against the Baltimore Ravens, which may be even more reason to rest Gore.
Sun, 09 Oct 2011 17:11:33 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Kendall Hunter had nine carries for 65 yards in a blowout win in Week 5 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. RB Anthony Dixon had two carries for four yards and a score.
Sat, 01 Oct 2011 20:24:24 -0700
San Francisco 49ers backup RBs Kendall Hunter and Anthony Dixon are expected to see playing time in Week 4 against the Philadelphia Eagles with RB Frank Gore (ankle) uncertain. Even if Gore is able to play, it is believed Hunter will see as much playing time as the veteran.
Sat, 27 Aug 2011 22:44:43 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Frank Gore dressed and did not play in the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 27, against the Houston Texans. RB Anthony Dixon carried eight times for just 15 yards, while rookie RB Kendall Hunter had eight rushes for 40 yards.
Wed, 15 Jun 2011 07:55:47 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon told the Mississippi State student newspaper that he is at 250 pounds at this point and expected to spend some time at fullback this season. Dixon said he wants to be versatile enough to used as a tailback or a fullback.
Thu, 09 Jun 2011 11:27:19 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon said he would like to become more of an all-around running back and not just a power back. "I'm focused on being an all-around running back," Dixon said. "I want to be able to run inside. Outside. Catch screens. Run routes. Pass protect. Downfield blocking."
Wed, 04 May 2011 07:32:41 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RBs Anthony Dixon and Kendall Hunter may compete for the primary backup running back job during training camp.
Fri, 18 Feb 2011 09:41:34 -0800
San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh has made it clear that RB Anthony Dixon is the primary backup to RB Frank Gore, reports Matt Maiocco, of CSNBayArea.com.
Wed, 02 Feb 2011 19:38:23 -0800
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon should continue to prove that he is capable of taking a larger role in the offense, reports Matt Maiocco, of CSNBayArea.com. The team is not expected to retain RB Brian Westbrook.
Fri, 31 Dec 2010 15:46:23 -0800
San Francisco 49ers DL Justin Smith (illness), RB Brian Westbrook (undisclosed), RB Anthony Dixon (ankle), LB Takeo Spikes (hand) and TE Vernon Davis (thumb) practiced Friday, Dec. 31, and are probable for Week 17, according to The San Jose Mercury News' Daniel Brown. All players will play.
Thu, 30 Dec 2010 17:34:52 -0800
San Francisco 49ers C David Baas (ribs), RB Anthony Dixon (ankle) and LB Takeo Spikes (hand) all were limited in practice Thursday, Dec. 30, according to 49ers.com.
Wed, 29 Dec 2010 18:46:08 -0800
San Francisco 49ers C David Baas (ribs), RB Anthony Dixon (ankle) and LB Takeo Spikes (hand) were all limited in practice Wednesday, Dec. 29, according to 49ers.com.
Fri, 24 Dec 2010 16:46:54 -0800
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon (ankle) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 24, reports Daniel Brown, of San Jose Mercury News. He is listed as questionable for Week 16 but said he will play in the game.
Thu, 23 Dec 2010 13:59:58 -0800
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon (ankle) and LBs Takeo Spikes (hand) and Patrick Willis (hand) were limited during practice Thursday, Dec. 23.
Wed, 22 Dec 2010 16:11:28 -0800
San Francisco 49ers TE Nate Byham (heel), RB Anthony Dixon (ankle), OT Joe Staley (fibula) and RB Brian Westbrook (undisclosed) did not practice Wednesday, Dec. 22.
Tue, 21 Dec 2010 20:21:29 -0800
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon (ankle) is not expected to practice Wednesday, Dec. 22, although he expects to play in Week 16 against the St. Louis Rams, reports Matt Maiocco, of CSNBayArea.com. Dixon suffered a sprained left ankle in the second quarter of the Week 15 game against the San Diego Chargers Thursday, Dec. 16.
Mon, 06 Dec 2010 14:50:51 -0800
San Francisco 49ers RBs Brian Westbrook and Anthony Dixon shared the running workload in the Week 13 loss to the Green Bay Packers, according to The Associated Press. Westbrook played 34 snaps and Dixon was on the field for 18 offensive plays.
Tue, 30 Nov 2010 15:28:16 -0800
San Francisco 49ers head coach Mike Singletary said the team will use RBs Brian Westbrook and Anthony Dixon to split the workload with RB Frank Gore (hip) out for the season, according to The Associated Press. "Frank is a big part of what we do — heart, soul, everything he brings is what you want," Singletary said. "But thankfully, Brian Westbrook is a mature, experienced leader and we just have to be careful about how we use him and how much exposure we allow him to see. I think there will be a good mixture between Brian Westbrook and Dixon. We'll just have to see how we do that."
Fri, 29 Oct 2010 12:22:09 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RBs Brian Westbrook and Anthony Dixon may receive more playing time in Week 8 because head coach Mike Singletary said the team needs to use them more this season, reports Eric Branch, of The Santa Rosa Press Democrat.
Fri, 29 Oct 2010 09:06:34 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon (hamstring) was limited during practice Friday, Oct. 29, and is listed as questionable for Week 8, reports Daniel Brown, of the San Jose Mercury News.
Thu, 28 Oct 2010 09:07:27 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon (hamstring), CB Nate Clements (ankle) and CB Tarell Brown (back) were limited in practice Thursday, Oct. 28, according to Matt Barrows, of the Sacramento Bee.
Wed, 27 Oct 2010 18:35:51 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon (hamstring) and CB Nate Clements (ankle) were both limited in practice Wednesday, Oct. 27, reports the Sacramento Bee's Matt Barrows.
Wed, 27 Oct 2010 09:42:37 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon (hamstring) and CB Nate Clements (ankle) were limited during practice Wednesday, Oct. 27, reports Matt Barrows, of the Sacramento Bee.
Wed, 27 Oct 2010 06:19:10 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon (hamstring), OG Chilo Rachal (stinger), OT Joe Staley (stinger) and SS Taylor Mays (stinger) are considered day-to-day, according to CSNBayArea.com's Matt Maiocco.
Mon, 25 Oct 2010 09:22:50 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon (hamstring) may not be available for Week 8 because he suffered a hamstring strain in the team's Week 7 game, reports Matt Maiocco, of CSNBayArea.com.
Fri, 24 Sep 2010 19:35:13 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon (back) practiced in full Friday, Sept. 24, and has been listed as probable for Week 3. He is expected to serve in his usual backup role against the Kansas City Chiefs, reports Daniel Brown, of The San Jose Mercury News.
Thu, 23 Sep 2010 18:50:23 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon (back) was limited in practice Thursday, Sept. 23, reports the Sacramento Bee's Matt Barrows.
Thu, 02 Sep 2010 20:26:47 -0700
San Francisco 49ers rookie RB Anthony Dixon (ribs) suffered a rib injury Thursday, Sept. 2, against the San Diego Chargers, reports The Associated Press. The injury is not considered serious. After another impressive showing in the team's preseason finale, Dixon finished the preseason with 300 yards rushing and three touchdowns on 74 carries.
Mon, 23 Aug 2010 11:13:43 -0700
Updating a previous report, San Francisco 49ers head coach Mike Singletary said he believes RB Anthony Dixon played well in the team's preseason game Sunday, Aug. 21, and believes the Minnesota Vikings defensive line made him hesitate at times during the game, reports Daniel Brown, of the San Jose Mercury News. "I thought Dixon did OK, but tonight he danced a lot," Singletary said. "I really think that has more to do with Minnesota's defensive line then his instinct."
Mon, 23 Aug 2010 09:32:59 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon struggled running the ball at times when he could not find a hole to run through, reports Matt Maiocco, of CSNBayArea.com. Dixon did pick up a blitz that allowed QB Alex D. Smith complete a long pass and finished the game with 50 yards and one touchdown on 20 carries.
Sun, 22 Aug 2010 19:02:54 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon had 20 carries for 51 yards with a touchdown during the team's preseason game Sunday, Aug. 22, reports The Associated Press. He also caught three passes for eight yards.
Wed, 18 Aug 2010 10:34:25 -0700
San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator Jimmy Raye said RBs Brian Westbrook and Anthony Dixon will compete for the No. 2 running back job during the remainder of the preseason, according to CSNBayArea.com's Matt Maiocco.
Sun, 15 Aug 2010 11:44:28 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon rushed for 100 yards and one touchdown on 21 carries in the team's preseason game Sunday, Aug. 15, reports Matt Maiocco, of CSNBayArea.com. Dixon also caught three passes for 22 yards.
Sat, 14 Aug 2010 05:27:58 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Anthony Dixon is the team's No. 2 running back behind starting RB Frank Gore after the retirement of RB Glen Coffee, according to Phil Barber, of the Santa Rosa Press-Democrat.
Fri, 13 Aug 2010 11:10:28 -0700
San Francisco 49ers RB Michael Robinson will be the No. 2 running back behind RB Frank Gore this year after RB Glen Coffee retired, according to ESPN.com's Mike Sando. RB Anthony Dixon could also be in the mix to be the backup.
Tue, 03 Aug 2010 12:46:37 -0700
San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator Jimmy Raye indicated that RB Anthony Dixon has an uphill battle to try to take over the No. 2 running back job from RB Glen Coffee, reports CSNBayArea.com's Matt Maiocco. "He's got a big hill to climb," Raye said. "The No. 2 guy here (Coffee) isn't too shabby. So if he steps up to that point where he is knocking that guy out, then we will really be pleased."
Tue, 29 Jun 2010 14:27:33 -0700
San Francisco 49ers running backs coach Tom Rathman has told RB Anthony Dixon to run like the 235-pound back he is instead of dancing so much behind the line, reports CBSSports.com.
