I can't remember the last time the San Francisco 49ers entered a regular season with the fanbase feeling confident in the defense's secondary. Every season in recent memory has featured multiple question marks at the cornerback position, and at least some uncertainty at the safety position.
Fooch's note: This article was written before Bethea's move to IR was announced
Veteran free agent signings and smart drafting paid off time and time again despite many thinking the 49ers might just be screwed when it comes to the position. Guys like Donte Whitner and Carlos Rogers wound up being excellent signings for a year or two, and guys like Tarell Brown and Dashon Goldson briefly worked out despite struggling to start their careers.