SANTA CLARA -- Sam Womack’s splashy 49ers debut could open doors to him earning the starting nickel back spot.
Womack snagged two interceptions in the club’s 28-21 win over the Green Bay Packers in their preseason opener. After the game, coach Kyle Shanahan was conservative in his comments about the rookie cornerback but still complimentary.
“I'd like to watch the tape,” Shanahan said on Friday. “I know when you get two picks that's a big deal. So it was a good job covering the guy and making both of those plays.