I want you to imagine something. Pretend that you not only paid your way to the Super Bowl, but you are a high enough roller to actually get on the San Francisco 49ers’ chartered airplane leaving this afternoon for New Orleans. Not only that, but you can choose to sit next to the player (or coach) of your choosing.
Who would you want to share the journey with?
For an entertaining flight, you could do worse than sitting next to Anthony Dixon. However, if he wore any special contacts like the ones he posted on Twitter, you might have a hard time sleeping … for a few days.
If you’re in the mood to laugh, you can choose either Randy Moss or Bruce Miller. The only problem there is that by the looks of this photo of the two on their way to Atlanta, you might have a hard time splitting them up.
Unless the plane has enormous seats, I can think of one guy you might not want to sit next to for several hours simply due to space considerations: Leonard Davis. He’s listed at 6’6″, 355, but I’m guessing 355 was just the max on the 49ers’ scale.
That look on Mike Iupati’s face: the same look I’d have if Davis after sat next to me on a MUNI bus.
THE THIRD (AND FINAL) GOTICKETS CONTEST
First, congratulations to Bay Area Cholo Guy (no, he is not affiliated with this site) for winning our last contest. (“If you could choose one sporting event to attend for the first time, what would it be?”) For that comment, BACG will receive a code good for 20% off a future purchase from GoTickets.com and a couple BASG koozies.
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For your chance to win a coupon code good for 20% off a future purchase from GoTickets (which sells individual seats to every sporting event and concert around here, too), answer the following question (and yes, I’ll throw in a couple BASG koozies):
If you flew with the 49ers to New Orleans, which player or coach would you want to sit next to?
My answer, in case you were wondering: Jim Tomsula. Yes, the defensive line coach known for his teaching ability, enthusiasm, and chest hair (and not necessarily in that order). He’s a great story teller, and I think sitting next to him would probably teach me more about how the team is behind the scenes than I’d learn sitting next to anyone else. Who would you pick?
I’m sure one or two people are going to go with Colin Kaepernick. Just a hunch.














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I'd want to sit next to Alex Smith. The fact that he's so down to earth makes him the most relatable
Patrick Willis. I'd really like to hear about some of his Palo Alto "conquests". Apparently he makes Pat Burrell seem sheepish. Also, I would like to get a RIDE to the airport with Timmy Lincecum...just to get my pre-flight swerve on. ;)
Jim Harbaugh. Dude knows so much about football and I would love to pick his brain. But, for a more comical ride, I'd go with Joe Staley.
I would love to sit between Delanie Walker and Bruce Miller. Both are very nice guys, play key roles in the offense and special teams. Delanie has 7 years with the team and I am sure he has lots of stories he an tell.
I would want to sit next to Crabtree. We could compare notes on the exciting night life in "the Hub," ie Lubbock, TX.
Greg Roman, if he was talking shop.
Brian Jennings - the most underrated niner of all time
The Rhino - Alex Boone, well if there is a space between us, hes huge!
I would go with Justin Smith. I hear he is leader of the defense and can fire anyone up. Just hearing stories from him and his work ethic would be awesome.
I'd go Chad Hall. He's the smallest 49er, which should translate into more space for me.
Vernon Davis or Alex Smith (tie) - both,are classy, interesting and fun,guys.
I'd want to sit next to Michael Crabtree. Kid has great style, has turned into a helluva receiver, and he's for jokes.
Jim Tomsula
Anthony Davis. You all know why
If I am stuck in a plane for 5 hours and have to sit next to a niner I am going to chose Brian Jennings. He is pretty funny when he is on the radio and I think that he would be a fun guy to sit with. He has been on the team a while and probably has some stories to tell
Any player or coach who says "I have a hot girlfriend that is into older guys. Can you help me out? Bad Stan,Bad,bad,bad. hee.
The NFL might cause you to lose your faculty's later if your a player. But man,they sure got a great dental plan.
Navarro Bowman- that man is intense!
I'd want to sit next to Kaepernick and his turtle and hear about how "slow and steady" always wins the race in the end.
Crabtree
Jim Harbaugh - He's determined, smart, does things his way on his terms. Love his passion and fire on the field and did I mention he's HOT? He's the cougar pin-up man!
Akers, Because he needs all the friends he can get.. He needs good vibes, and ive heard players Say hes a good leader
Joe Staley, and it's not close. Dude's hilarious.