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49ers vs. Saints, NFL Week 12

49ers vs Saints: Defense overshadows Kaep in NOLA

A review of the 49ers impressive 31-21 victory over the resurgent New Orleans Saints. The defense stole the show from thrilling second-year quarterback Colin Kaepernick, returning two interceptions for touchdowns while harassing Drew Brees all day.

Hunter, Williams to undergo MRIs Monday

The San Francisco 49ers could be without running back Kendall Hunter and wide receiver Kyle Williams for an extended period of time, as both players were injured on Sunday and are scheduled to undergo MRI examinations on Monday, according to a report

The 49ers defense stars against the Saints, Brees

The 49ers again got big plays from their defense in their win over the Saints on Sunday.

Bay area fantasy studs/duds: Week 12

Which Bay Area players did the most and least for your fantasy team this week?

Alex Smith out, Colin Kaepernick in for season?

Alex Smith's time in San Francisco might just be done, as Colin Kaepernick looks like the starting quarterback going forward, following a 31-21 victory over the New Orleans Saints in Week 12.

49ers vs. Saints notes and observations

Some notes from San Francisco's strong win over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday.

49ers, Saints tied at halftime

The San Francisco 49ers and New Orleans Saints are even at halftime.

Niners, Saints tied after 1 quarter

The 49ers and Saints are all square after one quarter of play.

49ers go on the road to face the red hot Saints

After back-to-back home games, the 49ers will go on the road this week to play the Saints.

49ers vs Saints: Drew Brees faces improved pass D

A rematch of last year's divisional playoff matchup, a contest which featured atop many 'game of the year' lists, pits the 49ers top-ranked defense against an explosive Saints passing attack led by Drew Brees.

Sit/start: Niners vs. Saints

Which players should you start against the Saints this week?

Colin Kaepernick faces an exotic Saints defense

Jim Harbaugh just named second-year player Colin Kaepernick the starting QB entering Week 12. On Sunday, the San Francisco 49ers will go on the road to face the New Orleans Saints. We breakdown a big match-up this weekend.

49ers quarterback controversy; three options loom

With the success of Colin Kaepernick filling in for an injured Alex Smith, John Harbaugh has some difficult decisions to make going forward

49ers vs Bears: Kaep, Aldon too much for Bears

The 2011 draft class was on display in prime-time against the Chicago Bears. One of the best defenses in the league was beaten early and often, while the 49ers defense cemented their case for being No. 1.

Sack race!

Who's jersey will be dirtier after the 49ers and Saints meet, and where will the dirt come from, in a game played indoors?

Do the Niners have a QB controversy?

Jim Harbaugh didn't exactly squelch the idea that the 49ers have a battle at quarterback.

Harbaugh hasn't committed to a QB starter

The 49ers have an apparent quarterback controversy as Colin Kaepernick surprised on Monday night.

Studs and duds week 11: Davis, Myers come up big

Tight ends and the Niner defense led the way to fantasy victory in Week 11.

Vernon Davis quote has nothing to do with QB sitch

After the San Francisco 49ers dominated the Chicago Bears, tight end Vernon Davis had a quote that might be getting misconstrued around the Internet.