The Facts: Gabbert has impressed Curtis Modkins with his athleticism, the OC said. Modkins was part of a Buffalo staff that visited with Gabbert before the 2011 draft. "I didn't remember him being that fast," Modkins said. Gabbert has done everything the 49ers' coaching staff has asked of him, Modkins said.
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Meanwhile, Colin Kaepernick has yet to be cleared for on-field work after surgeries on his left shoulder, right thumb and left knee. “I think what’s important he gets cleared when he’s healthy,” Modkins said of Kaepernick. “There’s no timetable. ..." Remember, teammates have recently lauded Gabbert's leadership and at the very least seem fine with Gabbert at the helm if that's how it plays out.