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San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Justin Smith (94) celebrates after sacking New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees during the third quarter of an NFL divisional playoff football game, Jan. 14, in San Francisco, Calif.

San Francisco blows big early lead, but rallies to beat New Orleans 36-32

AP reports:

San Francisco, which took advantage of five New Orelans' turnovers, built an early 17-0 lead but had to rally back after the Saints took at 24-23 lead on a Darren Sproles touchdown reception with 4:02 left in the fourth quarter.

The 49ers will play the winner of Sunday's New York Giants-Green Bay game in the NFC championship on Jan. 22. San Francisco would host the game if New York wins, otherwise the 49ers will have to play at the top-seeded Packers.

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Classic Niners

    Reply#1 - Sun Jan 15, 2012 12:13 AM EST
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