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The Raiders continue to have many key players on the injured list. Once again they'll be without running backs Darren McFadden and Mike Goodson. The Saints have few injuries and with a nearly full roster, they'll be a tough challenge for the Silver and Black
Although the Bears will be without Jay Cutler, the game between the two teams still figures to be a fight to the end. With the two best defenses in the league on display scoring will be hard pressed for both teams, and important for the 49ers to avoid the two corners in the Chicago secondary who can change the game in one play.
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The New Orleans Saints were 0-4 in September, as the team was demoralized by the Bountygate scandal. Now, the Saints have won four of their last five under quarterback Drew Brees. A win against the Oakland Raiders will make it a season-high three straight victories for New Orleans.
San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh missed his first full practice since taking over the team due to an irregular heart beat, and although the team says he will be fine, there is still some concern. One player not concerned is running back Brandon Jacobs, who took a shot at Harbaugh on Twitter.
With high powered passing offenses and poor defenses, Sunday's game between the Oakland Raiders and New Orleans Saints could be very interesting. More injuries mean that an already limited roster will make things even more difficult for the Silver and Black.
The San Francisco 49ers and Chicago Bears both enter the Monday Night Game with concerns at the quarterback position. Both teams will face different issues if their starter is unable to play, although it looks like Alex Smith will be ready to go. San Francisco may want to rest him if Jay Cutler does not play to ensure that Smith is 100% for the remainder of the season.
Andy Lee choose the tough path of a NFL punter, and he has excelled at a position that gives little credit and a lot of blame. He has been a 49er since Day One and has played exceptionally well, especially as of late. He is one of the main reasons that San Francisco is considered one of the most complete teams in the NFL.
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The Oakland Raiders are looking at themselves in the mirror and trying to take accountability for their many shortcomings both offensively and defensively. The person who has to take some of the responsibility is head coach Dennis Allen.
The big news after the 49ers' recent tie was the condition of Alex Smith. The team's starting quarterback suffered a concussion that forced him out of the game, and it showed how vulnerable this team is without Smith. However, the severity of his injury indicates that he will not miss extended time, and instead the team should be more concerned with David Akers and his drop in production this year.
With the Oakland Raiders struggling and off to a 3-6 start, one of the more popular and productive veterans is defensive back Michael Huff, who has moved from safety to cornerback this season.
