Brian Westbrook signs with 49ers

The San Franscisco 49ers just got a whole lot better with the signing of former Eagle’s back, Brian Westbrook. Read more.

You add Westbrook to the workhorse Frank Gore and you have two potent offensive threats coming out of the running back position for the niners. Westbrook adds a different dimension with his ability to catch passes and rack up receiving yards, if only the 49ers can get some production from the QB spot they’d could be a serious contender. With Vernon Davis and Michael Crabtree, and an already solid defense, the 49ers stock is rising.

For you fantasy cats, how attractive of a pick is Brian Westbrook in the 49ers offense? How will this affect Gore’s usual monster production?