Amiliano "Amil" Fragoso is our newest staff writer/editor for Sactown Sports 1140, focusing on the NFL. Amil recently moved back home to Sacramento after spending the last four years in Phoenix getting his degree from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism & Mass Communications, earning Hearst and SPJ accolades for his writing. A native of Sacramento, Amil graduated from Del Oro High School where he first found his passion for sports journalism as the sports anchor during morning news broadcasts. Before coming home, Amil spent time working for New York-based Mediaite as their only sports media writer on staff. He also worked for Bonneville Phoenix as a board operator, primarily for KTAR News 92.3 FM. An avid Kings and Raiders fan, Amil is excited to be back in the state capitol covering the teams he grew up watching and cheering for.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 7, 2022DeMeco Ryans Excited to Have Ward, Verrett Back at Practice This Week
49ers defensive coordinator DeMeco Ryans was thrilled to have two key DBs back on the practice field Thursday, eager to keep adding to this explosive unit.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 6, 2022Jimmy Garoppolo Reveals Panthers ‘Were Top Of The List’ During Offseason Trade Talks
Jimmy Garoppolo said Thursday that the Panthers were at the top of the list of teams inquiring about him during the offseason.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 6, 202249ers Armstead, Kinlaw Remain Out For Thursday’s Practice
Defensive tackles Arik Armstead and Javon Kinlaw remain out of practice Thursday for the 49ers. Their status for Sunday is uncertain.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 5, 2022Jimmie Ward And Jason Verrett Could Return in Week 5, Says Kyle Shanahan
Kyle Shanahan revealed Wednesday that S Jimmie Ward and CB Jason Verrett could return Week 5 in Carolina if everything goes right.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 5, 2022Kyle Shanahan Flustered at Lack of Holding Calls against Nick Bosa
The 49ers sent film into the league office each week, breaking down how their star defensive end is held. They hope the NFL takes notice.
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SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC | Oct 5, 2022Sacramento Republic Playoff Seeding: Playoff Position & Ticket Info
The Sacramento Republic clinched a playoff spot in league play last Friday, but where will they end up in the standings? Will they have a home game?
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 4, 20223 Takeaways From The 49ers Week 4 Win Against the LA Rams
Are the 49ers back on track after Week 4's win over the LA Rams? Here's three takeaways from Monday Night's dominant victory.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 4, 2022Kyle Shanahan Confirms Jimmie Ward and Jason Verrett Expected Back at Practice Wednesday
49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed that DBs Jason Verrett and Jimmie Ward are expected back at practice Wednesday.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 3, 2022Talanoa Hufanga Pick-Six Seals Monday Night Football Win for the 49ers
On a night that many focused on the play of the quarterbacks, it was the defense of the Red & Gold, and the play of a kid from Corvallis, Oregon, that stole the spotlight.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 3, 202249ers Elevate Snead, Coleman from Practice Squad for Monday Night Football; Arik Armstead ACTIVE
The San Francisco 49ers are elevating a familiar face from their practice squad Monday night to face the Los Angeles Rams.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 2, 2022How to Watch 49ers v. Rams: TV Info & Start Time
Coming off their second loss in three weeks, the 49ers look to steer the ship back on track…
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 1, 2022Kyle Shanahan Confirms Armstead & Kinlaw Questionable for Monday Night
Kyle Shanahan confirmed the questionable designation for DTs Arik Armstead and Javon Kinlaw, while also stating the key to victory is running the football🏈
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 1, 2022Arik Armstead, Javon Kinlaw Back at Practice Saturday
DTs Arik Armstead and Javon Kinlaw returned to the practice field for the 49ers Saturday, their statuses for Monday night is still unclear.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 1, 2022DeMeco Ryans Preaches Leadership During Friday’s Presser
49ers defensive coordinator DeMeco Ryans raved about his safety pairing and their leadership Friday, hoping it'll come in handy against the Rams Monday night.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Sep 30, 2022Jimmy Garoppolo Deflects Rift with Head Coach Kyle Shanahan
San Francisco 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo played off questions about a rift between him and coach Kyle Shanahan.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Sep 30, 2022Arik Armstead Not At Practice Friday, But Longtime RB Coach Bobby Turner Returns
Arik Armstead is still not practicing while nursing plantar fasciitis, meanwhile a sight for sore eyes as Bobby Turner returns to the team.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Sep 30, 202249ers Special Teams Coordinator Raves About Robbie Gould & Mitch Wishnowsky Thursday
Special Teams coordinator Brian Schneider lit up when talking about his punter and kicker combo Thursday before practice.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Sep 29, 2022Kyle Shanahan Vehemently Denies Garoppolo Week 3 Lip Reading: ‘That’s Not What He Said’
49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan denied Thursday that QB Jimmy Garoppolo said all his plays suck during Sunday night's loss to the Broncos.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Sep 29, 2022Arik Armstead Still Missing from 49ers Practice; ‘Hopeful’ for Monday Night
Sacramento native Arik Armstead will be held out of practice again for the 49ers as he recovers from plantar fiscia.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Sep 29, 2022Return of The Empire Podcast: How Do the 49ers Get Back on Track in Week 4?
JayMarZZ and Amil Fragoso break down the 49ers Week 3 disaster and how they bounce back at home against the Rams in Week 4.
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SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC | Sep 28, 2022Sacramento Republic FC v. Phoenix Rising FC Preview
The Quails will look to take third place in the USL western conference standings Wednesday when they host Phoenix Rising FC.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Sep 27, 2022Who Will Replace Trent Williams at Left Tackle?
The 49ers All-Pro left tackle is heading for a month-long rehab on his right ankle, but who will replace him in the short term?
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Sep 27, 2022Kyle Shanahan Hopeful To Have Key DBs Back At Practice After Week 4
49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is expecting S Jimmie Ward and CB Jason Verrett to come off IR and practice after Week 4.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Sep 26, 202249ers All-Pro LT Trent Williams Sidelined A Few Weeks With High Ankle Sprain
The San Francisco 49ers will be without their stud left tackle Trent Williams for four to six weeks with a high ankle sprain.