Sports Illustrated's Jim Trotter hears from a team source that the 49ers are going with QB Colin Kaepernick as their starter for Sunday's game against the Saints. HC Jim Harbaugh has reportedly informed QB Alex Smith of the decision. While Smith has been a solid game-manager for San Fran, Kaepernick brings a completely different dimension. The offense was electric with him under center this past Monday night. Kaepernick displayed a big-time arm and impressive accuracy. And he has plenty of athleticism to make plays with his legs. Add it all up and you get a lofty fantasy ceiling. That's only heightened this week with a matchup against New Orleans' leaky defense. Consider Kaepernick a spot-starter with loads of upside in that one.
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