Anquan Boldin Has Become the Heartbeat of the 49ers’ Passing Game

November 25, 2014   ·   Sean Tomlinson   ·   Jump to comments

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Anquan Boldin isn’t normal.
He’s not normal because he’s never been fast, and at 34 years old, Boldin is getting slower. Way back in 2003 at his scouting combine appearance Boldin ran the 40-yard dash in a glacial 4.71 seconds. Yet he always seems to be open and able to find a slice of green grass.
He’s not normal because despite his top-end speed limitations, Boldin can still break loose after a reception. In 2013 he finished with 502 yards after the catch (including playoffs); precious chunks of field fought for and earned not through speed but instead with rumbling, thrashing physical play.
He’s not normal because on an offense with another far more youthful wide receiver (Michael Crabtree at 27) and a tight end who’s faster and larger (Vernon Davis), an aging wideout is quarterback Colin Kaepernick’s primary focus in the passing game.
No, Boldin is more than that. He’s become ...

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