The Facts: According to CSNBayArea.com's Matt Maiocco, it was a good first week of practices for Hyde. He looks -- right now -- to be in good position as the team's starting running back.

Diehards Line: Maiocco went on to advise readers that Hyde looks to be adapting better and better to the 49ers' run scheme. And he has also placed a lot of emphasis on catching the ball out of the backfield. Maiocco added that veteran Tim Hightower is also looking very good. He appears to be the team's second-best running back. Meanwhile, Rookie Joe Williams, a fourth-round draft pick who was seen as a serious challenger to Hyde, has gotten off to a slow start and he is still gaining familiarity with the system. He also must do a better job of securing the football.