Last meeting:
San Francisco WR Isaac Bruce had seven catches and a touchdown against his former team as the Niners pulled out a narrow 17-16 victory in Week 16 last season.

Streaks:
The 49ers have won six of the past eight meetings, but are behind 60-57-2 in the overall series, including the playoffs.

Last week:
A desperation pass from Brett Favre to Greg Lewis with just two seconds remaining was completed in the end zone as the 49ers lost a heartbreaker, 27-24, in Minnesota. ... The Rams wore down in the fourth quarter and lost, 36-17, to the visiting Packers.

Keep your eye on ...

Glen Coffee's elevation to starter: With Frank Gore out this week, the rookie Coffee will take over the starting role at running back. San Francisco relies heavily on its rushing attack, so Coffee figures to get the ball quite a bit against the Rams' 27th-ranked run defense.

The 49ers' psyche: San Francisco's loss last week was about as exruciating a loss as a team can experience. The players must quickly put that defeat behind them and avoid a costly let-down against the winless Rams.

Steven Jackson's workload: St. Louis' featured back is second in the NFC with 60 carries and has been the only consistent producer for the Rams' offense. Look for him to get a steady diet of handoffs vs. a 49ers defense that is ranked fourth against the run.

Did you know?
Niners QB Shaun Hill has won both of his starts against the Rams. ... Coffee had the most preseason rushing yards (249) in the league. ... Rams safety Oshiomogho Atogwe has 14 interceptions since 2007.

11/20/2009 02:55 - So much false hope you have
11/20/2009 02:55 - Ill be loling at you while watching us own you
11/20/2009 02:55 - I cant wait for this game