The Niners created their practice squad Sunday. Eight players were signed, all of whom spent the offseason with the team, and seven were released just the day before. As expected, Thomas Clayton, (right) the rookie running back out of Kansas State heads the list. Clayton was the 49ers' final draft pick in April. He started slowly in training camp, and coach Mike Nolan said he couldn't justify keeping four tailbacks on the roster. Still, Clayton improved under the tough-love style of position coach Bishop Harris and looked good in the 49ers' exhibition finale in San Diego. He rushed for more yards than any other player in the league this preseason.
Another player who showed potential for improvement was Damane Duckett, a defensive lineman who converted to offensive tackle in the spring. The 6-foot-6 Duckett had a shaky beginning but seemed to have picked up the position by the end of training camp. Duckett and Harvey Dahl made the practice squad as offensive tackles.

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Scott,
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Jeff
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