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Justin Smith on Saints offense: "They’re not Houdini out there" | ProFootballTalk
Standout 49ers defensive end Justin Smith has a healthy respect for the Saints offense. He says guards Carl Nicks and Jahri Evans are the toughest group he'll face all year. Smith says the Saints uniquely keep opponents guessing with play calls because of their underrated running game.
Time for Saints' defense to step up - NFC South Blog - ESPN
For two full seasons now, Drew Brees has been showing up for games with a kid brother in tow. We’re talking about the New Orleans Saints&rsquo
Keefe To The City: NFL Divisional Round Picks " CBS New York
The five days between playoff games for the first two rounds feel like forever. And there's only so much hype and so many predictions you can read about to fill the void. Neil Keefe went 3-1 in his wild-card weekend picks, but looks for perfection in the divisional round.
Hakim Drops the Ball!: Unimpressed Breesus respects Kendall Hunter
New Orleans Saints safety Roman Harper practices on limited basis, receiver Lance Moore remains out - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
Linebacker Jonathan Vilma is also held out of team drills
Return men returning for 49ers
SANTA CLARA -- Tight end Delanie Walker, who will not play Saturday due to a fractured jaw, is the only 49ers player who did not take part in at least limited practice on Wednesday.
Play action key for Saints, 49ers - NFC South Blog - ESPN
Off play-action, Brees threw for 14 touchdowns and four interceptions while compiling a 113.4 NFL passer rating.
Saints and 49ers making history - NFC South Blog - ESPN
It will mark the first time an offense that averaged at least 34 points per game in the regular season will play a postseason game against a defense that allowed fewer than 15 points per game since the 1950 NFL Championship Game.
Playoff Capsule: Saints at 49ers
PFT’s division-round picks | ProFootballTalk
I've conceded the season picks title to Rosenthal, in part because I have to. There are seven games left and I'm eight games behind and we once again agree on three of the games for the upcoming weekend. So congratulations, Rosey. You win the prize, whatever the prize may be.
Drew Brees, New Orleans Saints look to prove they can win outdoors vs. 49ers - Jim Trotter - SI.com
1. This is football's version of the Irresistible Force meeting the Immovable Object.
Roster talent, new GM and coach make for San Francisco 49ers' turnaround - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
Rookie General Manager made a hiring coup, and it all came together for 49ers
New Orleans Saints players determined to play despite injuries - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
When it comes to battling the 49ers, it's all hands 'on deck'
San Francisco 49ers come into game against the New Orleans Saints fairly healthy - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
Alex Smith has been picking the brain of former Saints starting center Jonathan Goodwin all week
49ers notes: Saints aim to give Brees a clear view of receivers - Sacramento Sports - Kings, 49ers, Raiders, High School Sports | Sacramento Bee
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'Lights out' only for the Saints, mayor vows
As the 49ers prepare to face the New Orleans Saints in their Saturday playoff game, city and Pacific Gas and Electric Co. officials announced Wednesday that they have run several tests to prevent another blackout at...
San Francisco 49ers notebook: Vernon Davis starting to feel comfortable in offense - Inside Bay Area
Tight end gets past initial frustration, finds comfort zone
Strength vs. Strength - New Orleans Saints - SunHerald.com
METAIRIE -- New Orleans enters Saturday’s divisional round playoff game at San Francisco on a roll and looking to reestablish itself as the king of the NFL.
49ers relying on workhorse Gore | PressDemocrat.com
SANTA CLARA — When the 49ers opened training camp in late July, Frank Gore had a contract that made him unhappy and a repaired hip that had knocked him out of the final five games of 2010. By the end of the regular season, he owned the 49ers career rushing record and the first playoff berth of his seven-year NFL career.
Breakout moments for 49ers' rookies | PressDemocrat.com
SANTA CLARA — If the 49ers are going to beat the New Orleans Saints this Saturday, they're going to need big games from their big rookies.
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Falcons vow to make the changes needed to win a Super Bowl | ProFootballTalk
After losing their first playoff game for the second straight year, the Falcons say they're beginning their offseason by setting their standards higher than ever.
Best hands in the NFC South? - NFC South Blog - ESPN
We have a tie when it comes to the best hands in the NFC South. New Orleans’ Marques Colston and Tampa Bay’s Preston Parker each had a 97
Around the NFC South - NFC South Blog - ESPN
Let’s take a look at some of the top Thursday headlines from around the NFC South. Fair warning up front that this is going to be a bit heavy on
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