49ers Team Report
(Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:06:53 PST)
Now that the San Francisco 49ers have snapped their four-game losing streak, they can't stop if they want to make good on coach Mike Singletary's promise of a spot in the NFC playoffs.
The 49ers face a critical game Sunday against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field, and they received several additional days to prepare for it.
Coming off their 10-6 victory Thursday night over the Chicago Bears, the 49ers quickly shifted their focus to the Packers.
"We came in here, but I think for the most part we needed the recovery time to get fresh," 49ers quarterback Alex Smith said. "We got a jump start on Friday, just to recover and get back to it."
The 49ers usually begin on-field preparations for the upcoming opponent on Wednesday, but they got going a day...
Crabtree now 49ers' No. 1 receiver but still looking to get better
(Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:12:00 PST)
SANTA CLARA, Calif. - Now that he has taken over the unofficial role as the San Francisco 49ers' No. 1 wide receiver, rookie Michael Crabtree is searching for missing elements in his game.
49ers' Crabtree looking to get better
(Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:50:56 PST)
Now that he has taken over the unofficial role as the San Francisco 49ers' No. 1 wide receiver, rookie Michael Crabtree is searching for missing elements in his game. The team's first-round draft pick has had a rather smooth and productive transition into San Francisco's starting lineup since joining the 49ers in early October.
After playing with concussion, Packers' Kampman says cautious approach is best
(Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:31:00 PST)
GREEN BAY, Wis. - Aaron Kampman says the Green Bay training staff won't need to keep a sharp eye on him when he returns to the field for Sunday's game against the San Francisco 49ers.
Distant replay: Singletary faces Pack at Lambeau
(Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:34:20 PST)
By CHRIS JENKINS AP Sports Writer
On the Corner, podcast #32: How Vince Young saved the world
(Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:31:15 PST)
This week's edition of the podcast takes a closer look at the resurgence in Tennessee and how Vince Young is...
Packers' Rodgers, 49ers' Smith taking hits
(Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:17:39 PST)
Alex Smith and Aaron Rodgers spend a lot of time on their backsides, each having taken his share of hits this season. Rodgers, Green Bay's quarterback, has been sacked 41 times. For San Francisco's Smith, it's been 10 sacks in the 3 1/2 games he's played since taking over from Shaun Hill last month.
Week 11 playoff forecast: Packers make big jump
(Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:42:00 PST)
Green Bay boosted its playoff outlook with a very impressive home win over the Cowboys.
Johnson's disruptive behavior a winning formula
(Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:40:00 PST)
RB Larry Johnson forced his way out of Kansas City and into a great situation with the Bengals.
Fewer 49ers penalties on Singletary wish list
(Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:37:44 PST)
Mike Singletary talked to tight end Vernon Davis about his two false start penalties in last Thursday's win against Chicago. Singletary also met with cornerback Tarell Brown about an unnecessary roughness flag. The San Francisco 49ers committed nine penalties, costing them 77 yards, in their 10-6 win over the Bears and Singletary wants to clean things up before the team plays at Green Bay on...
Patriots' defense put Belichick in tough situation
(Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:06:00 PST)
New England's recent inability to slow down the Colts forced Belichick to make the unconventional fourth-down call.
Risky call puts Belichick in bad company
(Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:32:00 PST)
Bill Belichick isn't the first Super Bowl-caliber coach to make such a crucial jaw-dropping decision.
Running back and musical divas
(Fri, 13 Nov 2009 21:06:32 PST)
Playing in Nashville offers the chance to make new friends and fans. Just ask Tennessee running back Chris Johnson. He lunched with country singer Faith Hill on Tuesday, spending 45 minutes together at a place called Swett's that serves up an old-fashioned meat and three vegetables. Johnson couldn't remember how the lunch date was set up, but he said she asked lots of good questions.
Cutler doesn't dodge criticism after bad outing
(Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:09:00 PST)
Bears QB Jay Cutler apologized to his defense after throwing five INTs vs. the 49ers on Thursday.
Singletary beats former team in San Francisco's 10-6 triumph over Bears
(Thu, 12 Nov 2009 21:58:00 PST)
SAN FRANCISCO - San Francisco's defenders figure the short week worked to their advantage: Jay Cutler couldn't change much in four days, and the 49ers knew what to expect from Chicago's quarterback.
Jay Cutler: Not Ready for Prime Time
(Thu, 12 Nov 2009 21:57:53 PST)
Do the bright lights of prime time games blind Jay Cutler to open receivers? Does the additional mental prep time...
49ers lead Bears 7-6 after 3 quarters
(Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:27:03 PST)
By JOSH DUBOW AP Sports Writer
Thursday Night Spotlight: What happened to Chicago's defense?
(Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:35:00 PST)
Through most of this decade, and certainly in their Super Bowl season in 2006, the Chicago Bears were defined by...
Isaac Bruce sidelined for Niners
(Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:30:49 PST)
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Isaac Bruce is inactive against the Chicago Bears with an ankle injury. Bruce is being replaced in the starting lineup Thursday night by rookie Michael Crabtree. Other players inactive for San Francisco are defensive backs Nate Clements and Keith Smith; running back Glen Coffee; offensive linemen Cody Wallace and Joe Staley; and defensive lineman Demetric Evans.
Thursday Night Live Blog: Bears @ 49ers
(Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:32:11 PST)
We're almost halfway through November, and that comes with good things and bad things.
