San Francisco 49ers: Encouraging Signs in a Loss

Oh, what a heartbreaking loss. After playing really well, the San Francisco 49ers were set to win and go to 3-0. Everything was in place, and all the 49ers needed was one stop on defense.

Then Brett Favre happened. A miracle throw with two seconds left doomed the 49ers.

But despite this tough loss, Niners fans have a lot to be happy about.

Shaun Hill led a big fourth quarter drive to put the team ahead and showed the composure of an elite NFL quarterback. He showed why he deserves to be a starter in this league.

One of Shaun Hill's key weapons, Vernon Davis, had a breakout game and showed that he can be the offensive force the 49ers wanted when they made him the highest paid tight end in the NFL.

On the defensive side, the 49ers contained Adrian Pe...

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