Updated: Aug 16, 2006, 3:43 PM

Vote: What do you expect from the 49ers?


Six wins in the last two seasons have fans in the Bay Area a little uneasy.

And after Alex Smith threw one touchdown pass and 11 intereceptions as a rookie, optimism is hard to come by. However, a pair of first-round picks from this year, Vernon Davis and Manny Lawson, should provide hope for the future.

What's your take, SportsNation? Will Alex Smith be a successful NFL quarterback? Which of this year's first-round picks will have the greater immediate impact? Which running back gives the Niners their best chance to win? Vote on the outlook for the 49ers!

  • 1) The 49ers' pass offense and defense ranked last in the NFL last season. Which is more likely to enjoy a greater improvement this season?
  • 2) Will Alex Smith be a successful quarterback in the NFL?
  • 3) Which of this year's first-round picks will have the greater impact in 2006?
  • 4) Which running back gives the 49ers the best chance to win?
  • 5) On which side of the ball is San Francisco stronger?
  • 6) Who will be San Francisco's offensive MVP this season?
  • 7) Who will be San Francisco's defensive MVP this season?
  • 8) Would you feel comfortable with Joe Nedney lining up for a game-winning 45-yard field goal?
  • 9) The 49ers went 4-12 last season; how many games will they win this season?
  • 10) Will the 49ers make the playoffs this season?

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