Defense Wins Championships: Comparing the 2012 49ers to the 2000 Ravens

Following their dramatic 28-24 come-from-behind victory over the Atlanta Falcons in the NFC Championship game, the San Francisco 49ers can take pride in one of the elements that was crucial in getting their franchise back to the Super Bowl.

While the statement, "defense wins championships" is often overused—and at times cliche—the 49ers have made the point that having and utilizing a top defense is one of the ways any NFL franchise can earn a trip to the Super Bowl.

In this age of pass-first, aggressive offense, San Francisco ha...

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