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Eric Gamboa

Joined: Dec 6, 2016

Eric is a writer for NFL Spin Zone. Previously, he contributed to Niner Noise. His work has been featured on Fox Sports and Pro Football Weekly. His writing style is purposefully designed to bring valid, insightful commentary with plenty of edge.Eric is a writer for Fansided’s NFL Spin Zone and is assigned to cover to San Francisco 49ers. Previously, he contributed to Fansided’s team site, Niner Noise. Eric is a member of the Football Writer’s Association of America. His past work has been featured on Fox Sports and Pro Football Weekly. As a fan, he fell in love with the red and gold at a very young age. He became an instant fan the moment he saw Joe Cool complete a long pass to the GOAT, Jerry Rice. In his free time, he enjoys analyzing game film. His other activities include working out, drawing, reading, and keeping up to date with the latest in pop culture. He is blessed to be married to a beautiful wife and has two wonderful children. Eric holds a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management.

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 18: Quinton Dial #92 of the San Francisco 49ers and Thomas Davis #58 of the Carolina Panthers exchange words during their game at Bank of America Stadium on September 18, 2016 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

San Francisco 49ers: 3 Bold predictions vs Panthers

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SANTA CLARA, CA - AUGUST 19: C.J. Beathard

San Francisco 49ers: C.J. Beathard is No. 2 QB, now what?

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Jun 13, 2017; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Aaron Lynch (59) prepares for practice during the San Francisco 49ers minicamp at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

San Francisco 49ers: The curious case of Aaron Lynch

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Nov 5, 2016; University Park, PA, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback C.J. Beathard (16) drops back to pass against the Penn State Nittany Lions during the third quarter at Beaver Stadium. Penn State defeated Iowa 41-14. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

San Francisco 49ers: C.J. Beathard should be the midseason starter

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Dec 20, 2015; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers inside linebacker NaVorro Bowman (53) celebrates after the 49ers recovered an onside kick during the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. The Cincinnati Bengals defeated the San Francisco 49ers 24-14. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

San Francisco 49ers: Observations from the final day of OTAs

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Mar 1, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan speaks to the media during the 2017 NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

San Francisco 49ers: Observations from early work at OTAs

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October 22, 2016; Pasadena, CA, USA; Utah Utes running back Joe Williams (28) runs the ball against the UCLA Bruins during the first half at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

San Francisco 49ers: Can Joe Williams beat out Carlos Hyde?

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January 1, 2017; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick (7) runs the football against Seattle Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett (72) during the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

San Francisco 49ers: Will Colin Kaepernick come back to haunt them?

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Dec 20, 2015; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers inside linebacker NaVorro Bowman (53) celebrates after the 49ers recovered an onside kick during the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. The Cincinnati Bengals defeated the San Francisco 49ers 24-14. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

San Francisco 49ers: Is NaVorro Bowman on trading block?

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Oct 8, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; USC Trojans wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (9) is defended by Colorado Buffaloes defensive back Ahkello Witherspoon (23) during a NCAA football game at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

San Francisco 49ers Film Zone: Ahkello Witherspoon, CB, Colorado

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Apr 28, 2017; Santa Clara, CA, USA; (l to r) San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch , linebacker Reuben Foster , defensive lineman Soloman Thomas , and head coach Kyle Shanahan pose for photos during the press conference at Levi's Stadium Auditorium. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

San Francisco 49ers: Final thoughts on John Lynch’s first draft

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Nov 3, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety John Lynch was honored at Halftime end inducted into the Buccaneers Ring of Honor during the halftime of a football game against the Atlanta Falcons at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

2017 NFL Draft Grades: San Francisco 49ers Day 3 Picks

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Apr 28, 2017; Santa Clara, CA, USA; (l to r) San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch , linebacker Reuben Foster , defensive lineman Soloman Thomas , and head coach Kyle Shanahan pose for photos during the press conference at Levi's Stadium Auditorium. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

2017 NFL Draft Grades: San Francisco 49ers Day 2 Picks And Reuben Foster

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Apr 27, 2017; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Solomon Thomas (Stanford) poses with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell as he is selected as the number 3 overall pick to the San Francisco 49ers in the first round the 2017 NFL Draft at Philadelphia Museum of Art. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

2017 NFL Draft Grades: San Francisco 49ers Trade Back For Solomon Thomas

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Feb 9, 2017; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan pose for a photo during a press conference at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

San Francisco 49ers: Last-Minute Draft Thoughts, GM Challenge

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Mar 5, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen goes through workout drills during the 2017 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

San Francisco 49ers: Trading Down, Defense Should Be Focus In Draft

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