Lions gearing up for prime time showdown with San Francisco
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Posted: 09/12/2012
Back to work after a season-opening win over St. Louis, the Lions are hoping to carry momentum over to Sunday's prime time battle with the 49ers.
San Francisco was dominant in every way as they opened their campaign with a win over the Packers at Lambeau Field in Green Bay. The 30-22 final isn't truly indicative of how dominant the NIners were, as the Pack scored 15 points in the fourth quarter as they attempted to rally.
Cornerback Chris Houston returned to practice today, but safety Louis Delmas, cornerback Bill Bentley, defensive end Lawrence Jackson and linebacker Travis Lewis did not participate in today's workout.
Also of note, wide receiver Calvin Johnson did not take part in practice and was listed on the injury report with an injured foot.
At this point, it is expected that Johnson will play Sunday night.
San Francisco beat the Lions 25-19 at Ford Field last year as Frank Gore rushed for 141 yards and a touchdown. Limiting the running game, as the Lions did against St. Louis last week, will be a major key to victory at Candlestick Park this Sunday.
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