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Wed Oct 07, 2009 7:47 am EDT

MC Hammer shows up at Crabtree meeting with the 49ers

By Mark Miller

“MichaelJust when you thought the situation with San Francisco 49ers holdout Michael Crabtree(notes) couldn't get any weirder, it does. He and his agent finally met face-to-face with the Niners yesterday to discuss getting him signed this year and he apparently brought along a fella named Stanley Kirk Burrell, who is otherwise known as a classic from the rap world, MC Hammer, according to USA Today.

What was the Hammer doing there? Nobody seems to know what his role was in the proceedings but he's apparently a friend of Crabtree's agent.

The rumor is the talks went well and Crabtree may join the team soon, though Crabtree did not want to talk to the press about it. He reportedly sprinted away from reporters when he saw them. He needs to sign the dotted line before Nov. 17 in order to be allowed on the field this season. Seems pretty clear now that a deal will be done by then.

Source: USA TodayNew Window

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  1. uclaith
    1. Posted by uclaith Wed Oct 07, 2009 8:12 am EDT

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    hey jets... you wanted crabtree? guess what
    cant touch this
  2. 大奶妹
    2. Posted by 大奶妹 Wed Oct 07, 2009 8:18 am EDT

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    crabtree just became my new favorite player.
    i'm gonna pick up his jersey tomorrow. he needs that support.
  3. A1308
    3. Posted by A1308 Wed Oct 07, 2009 8:22 am EDT

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    Ha ha good one. To funny
  4. Robar
    4. Posted by Robar Wed Oct 07, 2009 8:29 am EDT

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    Wow! The Hammer? Really? I am happy to have him finally join the Niners. Let's just hope that the circus is over and he can come in and have an impact on the offense, as our passing offense needs some help. I was mad about him not joining us earlier, but the fact is he can help us get to the next level. Crabtree, you better be worth the money, because you have big shoes to fill and alot of doubters to prove wrong! You will have to work hard and be a great teammate to win us over! Go Niners!
    I was almost ready to offer him a spot on my Flag Football team, Robar's Rampage from Claremont, NH.
    Good luck Crabtree, glad to finally have you aboard!
  5. Tom
    5. Posted by Tom Wed Oct 07, 2009 8:29 am EDT

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    His signing isnt going to matter a whole lot for 2 reasons. 1, it is going to take him time to learn the offense and get in "game shape" and 2 if the offensive line cant keep people off of Hill's back he wont be throwing to anyone very much.
  6. jhallbuffalo
    6. Posted by jhallbuffalo Wed Oct 07, 2009 8:34 am EDT

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    Michael Crabtree is too legit to quit.
  7. Josh
    7. Posted by Josh Wed Oct 07, 2009 8:37 am EDT

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    Mark, care to cite your sources? If this information was pulled from Mr. Maiocco (and I assume it was), please give credit where credit is due.
  8. Josh
    8. Posted by Josh Wed Oct 07, 2009 8:38 am EDT

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    Disregard, I missed the link to USA Today.
  9. Crux
    9. Posted by Crux Wed Oct 07, 2009 8:39 am EDT

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    Too funny that his initials are MC.
  10. sam_togo
    10. Posted by sam_togo Wed Oct 07, 2009 8:40 am EDT

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    Who cares -- grabtree is a loser!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  11. Greg
    11. Posted by Greg Wed Oct 07, 2009 8:43 am EDT

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    If the Niners had any other coach besides Singletary, I would say that signing Crabtree is a disaster waiting to happen. How Singletary handles Crabtree will determine the future success of this controversial draft pick. As a true NINERS fan, I'm hoping and betting that Singletary is successful.
  12. Bobcat
    12. Posted by Bobcat Wed Oct 07, 2009 8:45 am EDT

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    This sucks, I wish he wouldn't be a 49er. He will turn out to be another "me" player. Don't believe me? look at his role model "Neon Deion". And now good ole Mr.Hammer.
    Birds of a feather flock together.
  13. MattH
    13. Posted by MattH Wed Oct 07, 2009 8:48 am EDT

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    This punk is a greedy, selfish loser. I hope he fails miserably in the NFL and has to move on and actually work for a living. Then he might understand how sickening his own greed has been.
  14. JaySlimm337
    14. Posted by JaySlimm337 Wed Oct 07, 2009 8:51 am EDT

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    Hammer time!!
  15. Toure´
    15. Posted by Toure´ Wed Oct 07, 2009 8:53 am EDT

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    PLEASE Michael Crabtree, Don't hurt 'Em!!! That's what you get for being greedy, kid. Of all the years to hedge your future on a bad San Fran start. Oh well, i guess you'll have to survive on a emaciated 10 million dollars. Good luck with that.
  16. Larry
    16. Posted by Larry Wed Oct 07, 2009 8:55 am EDT

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    Get the name right please. It's Stanley Kirk Burrell.
  17. GwpK
    17. Posted by GwpK Wed Oct 07, 2009 9:05 am EDT

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    Wow. It has been about 20 years since I heard anything about MC Hammer. But what does this have to do with Michael Crabtree getting signed? It said that MC Hammer is a friend of Crabtree's agent. Does anyone know if Michael Crabtree's agent is helping MC Hammer with his career?
  18. Benjamin H
    18. Posted by Benjamin H Wed Oct 07, 2009 9:28 am EDT

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    can't touch this! what a joke, good luck with this clown.....Hammer went bankrupt along time ago.way to go 9ers
  19. Mario
    19. Posted by Mario Wed Oct 07, 2009 9:38 am EDT

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    The circus is coming to town !!! Just what the niners need, a huge distraction.
  20. Phil M
    20. Posted by Phil M Wed Oct 07, 2009 10:08 am EDT

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    I hope hammer don't hurt em
  21. Mallard Davis
    21. Posted by Mallard Davis Wed Oct 07, 2009 10:21 am EDT

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    Right Larry...Hey Yahoo! Sports (sic) dudes. IF you are not sure about a name just Google it!!!!!!!!!
    STANLEY KIRK BURRELL...
  22. brian b
    22. Posted by brian b Wed Oct 07, 2009 10:35 am EDT

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    best mc hammer video ever:
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIkyqmck9B8
  23. live 4 surf
    23. Posted by live 4 surf Wed Oct 07, 2009 10:38 am EDT

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    maybe hammer just wants a sideline pass.
  24. ron t
    24. Posted by ron t Wed Oct 07, 2009 10:40 am EDT

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    Too bad. The 49s were actually doing well. O well. CHARGERS RULE! ... hammer time
  25. DESI
    25. Posted by DESI Wed Oct 07, 2009 11:10 am EDT

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    This Crabtree dude needs a new agent. sorry.

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