Who is Steve Mariucci?
Some people are still trying to figure out what to make of him with his engaging smile and alluring personality, he has a movie-star appearance and an awe-shucks demeanor. Mariucci stands in his fifth season as Head Coach of the 49ers, and he has defied the categorization as being either a winner or a loser. He has a genius of an offensive mind, but that seems to be about it, his relationships with his players are sincere and cordial. Or should Mariucci be defined by the teams two-year run of futility, during which he compiled a 10-22 record? But how fair is that, by all means and explanations he did a marvelous job, with which he had, and was even blessed with Bill Walshs acceptance. Even though he will still be under intense scrutiny this season. It may or may not be fair, given the same circumstances that presently confront the 49ers, who, by the way must fight their way out of their malaise while facing many of the toughest teams in the league. Why has it been so easy for Mariucci
