NFL Week Ten: Chicago Bears-San Francisco 49ers Preview

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Published: November 12, 2009

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49ers head coach Mike Singletary will be facing the Bears the first time in his career as a coach.

The Bears have to bring the pressure tonight against Alex Smith and they must contain Frank Gore, who we all know is having a huge season.

The Bears secondary is very banged up with Kevin Payne ruled out and Al Afalava questionable after not practicing all week. Nathan Vasher might see some time at safety and expect the Bears to use Steltz or Bullocks a little bit in Afalava’s spot depending on his availability. Good news is Charles Tillman and Tommie Harris will be in the lineup which will help a ton.

 

Key Matchup

Danieal Manning on 49ers tight end Vernon Davis.

Manning is the most athletic player on this defense, so watch for him to cover Vernon Davis who is basically a wide receiver in the 49ers offense. Davis has been talking lots of trash about this defense and hopefully the Bears respond by shutting h...

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