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49ers vs. Bears: San Francisco dominant in 32-7 victory
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November 21, 2012
Aldon Smith named NFC Defensive Player of the Week
After a historic performance on Monday Night Football, San Francisco 49ers linebacker Aldon Smith was named the NFC Defensive Player of the Week.
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November 21, 2012
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.
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November 20, 2012
Aldon Smith the best defensive player in NFL?
The San Francisco 49ers' linebacker definitely made a statement in support of that on Monday night.
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November 20, 2012
49ers top five team, Raiders bottom five
The San Francisco 49ers are a top five team in the latest NFL power rankings, and the Oakland Raiders are in the bottom five.
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November 20, 2012
Do the Niners have a QB controversy?
Jim Harbaugh didn't exactly squelch the idea that the 49ers have a battle at quarterback.
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November 20, 2012
49ers defense clamps down Bears
The San Francisco 49ers used a lockdown defensive effort to beat up the Chicago Bears.
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November 20, 2012
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.
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November 19, 2012
49ers vs. Bears: Postgame notes from SF win
The San Francisco 49ers dominated the Chicago Bears from start to finish on Monday Night Football.
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November 19, 2012
49ers vs. Bears start time, TV schedule and more
Previewing this week's key Monday Night Football battle between the Bears and 49ers.
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November 18, 2012
NFL TV coverage maps released for Week 11
Taking a look at what NFL games will be televised across the Bay Area this weekend.
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November 17, 2012
49ers vs. Bears: Winning the ground war crucial
With Jay Cutler ruled out of Monday night's primetime showdown and Alex Smith's participation still in question, the ground game will be key to determining who leaves San Francisco in second place in the NFC.
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November 16, 2012
49ers, Bears release injury reports on Friday
The 49ers and Bears have released their injury reports prior to their Week 11 Monday Night Football showdown.
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November 16, 2012
Jacobs: Tweets not about football, 49ers
After posting a series of tweets warning his 23,000-plus followers to be careful when selecting their bosses and who to work for, San Francisco running back Brandon Jacobs said the remarks had nothing to do with the 49ers' brass.
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November 16, 2012
Backup battle has potential to shake up NFC on MNF
The 49ers could be without Alex Smith while the Chicago Bears will turn to Jason Campbell under center as both starters suffered concussions in Week 10. In any case, it will make for an even more interesting game with major postseason implications.
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November 15, 2012
49ers vs. Bears injury report: Alex Smith limited
Both San Francisco 49ers quarterback Alex Smith and Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler have concussions. Smith was limited and Cutler did not practice.
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November 15, 2012
Cutler could miss Monday night game vs. 49ers
Bears quarterback Jay Cutler has not been cleared to return to practice following a concussion he suffered in the team's 13-6 loss to the Houston Texans last Sunday, according to a report.
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November 15, 2012
49ers vs. Bears betting lines and spread
Monday Night Football will feature a battle of division leaders as the San Francisco 49ers take on the Chicago Bears. While the 49ers opened as 4.5-point favorites, they have been boosted to as high as 7-point favorites at some sportsbooks.
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November 15, 2012
The turnover margin will be key on Monday night
We preview the Week 11 Monday Night Football match-up between the San Francisco 49ers and Chicago Bears. In a defensive battle, we breakdown why the turnover margin will be key.
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November 14, 2012
49ers RB Gore feels good following rib x-rays
Frank Gore is 'fine' following x-rays that took a look at his injured ribs. He should turn in another full week of practice in preparation for the MNF contest against the Chicago Bears at The Stick.
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November 14, 2012
Smith dons black jersey in non-contact drills
The Niners signal caller has passed concussion tests and is easing his way back into the mix as he took part in non-contact drills on Wednesday in preparation for MNF vs. the Chicago Bears.
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November 14, 2012
49ers' Smith seeking second opinion on concussion
After receiving a concussion last Sunday, 49ers quarterback Alex Smith is seeking a second opinion which might allow him to play this weekend. San Francisco hosts the Chicago Bears on Monday night.
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November 14, 2012
Bottling Kaepernick's lightning
Can the 49ers find a way to utilize Colin Kaepernick properly should he be called-upon to start vs. the Bears on Monday Night Football?