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Getty Images Football Archive
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 24: Fans wave a flag to support the San Francisco 49ers during the game against the New Orleans Saints at Candlestick Park in San Francisco, California, on September 24, 1994. The 49ers won 24-13. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - DECEMBER 1: Quarterback Steve Bono #13 of the San Francisco 49ers looks to pass at teammate Jerry Rice #80 as New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Wayne Martin #93 defends against the pass during a game at Candlestick Park on December 1, 1991 in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won 38-24. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 16: Running back Roger Craig #33 of the San Francisco 49ers moves the pile of players from the New Orleans Saints defense during a game at Candlestick Park on September 16, 1984 in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won 30-20. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - NOVEMBER 15: Tight end Brent Jones #84 of the San Francisco 49ers celebrates his 8-yard touchdown reception with :46 left to win the game against the New Orleans Saints at Candlestick Park on November 15, 1992 in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won 21-20. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 25: Linebacker Ken Norton #51 of the San Francisco 49ers tackles New Orleans Saints wide receiver Quinn Early #89 during a game at Candlestick Park on December 25, 1994 in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won 21-14. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - DECEMBER 11: Full back Tom Rathman #44 of the San Francisco 49ers gets taken down by a diving tackle by linebacker Rickey Jackson #57 of the New Orleans Saints in front of the view of Side judge Howard Slavin #29 during a game at Candlestick Park on December 11, 1988 in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won 30-17. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - NOVEMBER 15: Running back Ricky Watters #32 of the San Francisco 49ers finds room to run against the New Orleans Saints defense during a game at Candlestick Park on November 15, 1992 in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won 21-20. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 24: Quarterback Steve Young #8 of the San Francisco 49ers tosses a pass while being tackled during a game against the New Orleans Saints at Candlestick Park on September 24, 1994 in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won 24-13. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 24: Quarterback Steve Young #8 of the San Francisco 49ers drops back to pass during a game against the New Orleans Saints at Candlestick Park on September 24, 1994 in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won 24-13. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - OCTOBER 29: Head coach Jim Mora of the New Orleans Saints watches the action from the sideline during the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park on October 29, 1995 in San Francisco, California. The Saints won 11-7. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 21: Linebacker Rickey Jackson #57 of the New Orleans Saints puts a hit on San Francisco 49ers running back Derrick Harmon #24 during the game at Candlestick Park on September 21, 1986 in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won 26-17. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - NOVEMBER 15: Offensive guard Jim Dombrowski #72 of the New Orleans Saints blocks against defensive end Kevin Fagan #75 of the San Francisco 49ers during the game at Candlestick Park on November 15, 1987 in San Francisco, California. The Saints won 26-24. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 21: Defensive tackle Bruce Clark #75 of the New Orleans Saints closes in quarterback Jeff Kemp #9 of the San Francisco 49ers during the game at Candlestick Park on September 21, 1986 in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won 26-17. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Drew Brees # 9 of the New Orleans Saints warms ups before his team plays the San Francisco 49ers during their preseason game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Joeseph Morgan # 13 of the New Orleans Saints celebrates with teammate Nate Bussey # 59 after scoring on a punt return aginst the San Francisco 49ers during their pre season game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Alex Smith # 11 of the San Francisco 49ers is hit by Will Smith # 91 of the New Orleans Saints during their pre season game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Mark Ingram # 28 of the New Orleans Saints runs into the end zone for a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers during their pre season game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Mark Ingram # 28 of the New Orleans Saints runs into the end zone for a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers during their pre season game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Mark Ingram # 28 of the New Orleans Saints celebrates with teammates Tory Humphrey #84 and Montez Billings after scoring a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers during their pre season game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Head coach Sean Payton of the New Orleans Saints looks on as his team plays the San Francisco 49ers during a preseason game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Alex Smith #11 of the San Francisco 49ers is hit by Roman Harper #41 of the New Orleans Saints during a preseason game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Chris Taylor #36 of the New Orleans Saints runs against the San Francisco 49ers during a preseason game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
Chris Taylor #36 of the New Orleans Saints runs against the San Francisco 49ers during a preseason game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Head Coach Jim Harbaugh of the San Francisco 49ers looks on as his team plays the New Orleans Saints during a preseason game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
(Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Pierre Thomas #23 of the New Orleans Saints runs against San Francisco 49er defedners during a preseason game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Alex Smith #11 of the San Francisco 49ers drops back to pass as his team plays the New Orleans Saints during a preseason game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Colin Kaepernick # 7 of the San Francisco 49ers slips the tackle of Leigh Torrence # 24 New Orleans Saints during a preseason game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
Colin Kaepernick # 7 of the San Francisco 49ers slips the tackle of Leigh Torrence # 24 New Orleans Saints during a preseason game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Colin Kaepernick # 7 of the San Francisco passes inside the pocket against the New Orleans Saints during a preseason game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Head Coach Jim Harbaugh of the San Francisco 49ers looks on as his team plays the New Orleans Saints during their pre season game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Drew Brees #9 of the New Orleans Saints looks on during warm-ups before his team plays the San Francisco 49ers during their pre season game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Colin Kaepernick # 7 of the San Francisco 49ers defends as his team plays the New Orleans Saints during their pre season game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Colin Kaepernick # 7 of the San Francisco 49ers defends as his team plays the New Orleans Saints during their pre season game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: A Saintsation of the New Orleans Saints cheerleader squad dances as her team plays the San Francisco 49ers during their pre season game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Jeremiah Masoli # 3 of the San Francisco 49ers warms up before his team plays the New Orleans Saints during their pre season game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Mark Ingram #28 of the New Orleans Saints scores a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers during their pre season game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Colin Kaepernick # 7 of the San Francisco 49ers defends as his team plays the New Orleans Saints during their pre season game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Alex Smith # 11 of the San Francisco 49ers drops back to pass against the New Orleans Saints during their pre season game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Colin Kaepernick # 7 of the San Francisco 49ers is pushed out of bounds by Jabari Greer # 32 New Orleans Saints during their pre season game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Head Coach Sean Payton of the New Orleans Saints looks on as trainers tend to Johnny Patrick #32 as their team took on the San Francisco 49ers during their pre season game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: San Francisco 49ers players crowd the line as their team plays the New Orleans Saints during their pre season game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS, LA - AUGUST 12: Defensive Coordiantor Greg Williams of the New Orleans Saints looks on as his team plays the San Francisco 49ers during their pre season game at Louisiana Superdome on August 12, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
49ers v Saints
NEW ORLEANS - SEPTEMBER 19: Aaron Stecker #27 of the New Orleans Saints tries to avoid a tackle by Jimmy Williams #23 of the San Francisco 49ers on September 19, 2004 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 30-27. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
49ers v Saints
NEW ORLEANS - SEPTEMBER 19: Head coach Dennis Erickson of the San Francisco 49ers watches the game against the New Orleans Saints at the Louisiana Superdome on September 19, 2004 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints won 30-27. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS - DECEMBER 03: Reggie Bush #25 of the New Orleans Saints avoids a tackle by Sammy Davis #31 of the San Francisco 49ers December 3, 2006 at the Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers/VISA
SAN FRANCISCO - October 28: Alex Smith #11 of the San Francisco 49ers gets ready to call for the hike during the game against the New Orleans Saints on October 28, 2007 at Monster Park in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Greg Trott/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers/VISA
SAN FRANCISCO - October 28: Center Justin Heitmann #66 and quarterback Alex Smith #11 of the San Francisco 49ers get ready to hike the ball during the game against the New Orleans Saints on October 28, 2007 at Monster Park in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Greg Trott/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS - SEPTEMBER 28: Frank Gore #21 of the San Francisco 49ers is tackled by Kevin Kaesviharn #43 of the New Orleans Saints on September 28 2008 at the Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 31-17. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS - SEPTEMBER 28: Frank Gore #21 of the San Francisco 49ers is tackled by Roman Harper #41 of the New Orleans Saints on September 28 2008 at the Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 31-17. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS - SEPTEMBER 28: Deuce McAllister #26 of the New Orleans Saints scores a touchdown over Mark Roman #26 of the San Francisco 49ers on September 28 2008 at the Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 31-17. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
San Francisco 49ers v New Orleans Saints
NEW ORLEANS - SEPTEMBER 28: Arnaz Battle #83 of the San Francisco 49ers is tackled by Kevin Kaesviharn #43 and Roman Harper #41 of the New Orleans Saints on September 28 2008 at the Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 31-17. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: Drew Brees #9 of the New Orleans Saints warms up against the San Francisco 49ers during an NFL game at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California.(Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: Reggie Bush #25 of the New Orleans Saints runs past Patrick Willis #52 of the San Francisco 49ers to score a touchdown at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: Frank Gore #21 of the San Francisco 49ers runs against the New Orleans Saints during an NFL game at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: Joe Staley #74 lifts up Anthony Dixon #24 of the San Francisco 49ers after Dixon scored a touchdown against the New Orleans Saints at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: Reggie Bush #25 of the New Orleans Saints runs against Ray McDonald #91 of the San Francisco 49ers during an NFL game at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: Frank Gore #21 of the San Francisco 49ers catches the ball during their game against the New Orleans Saints at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Frank Gore #21 of the San Francisco 49ers catches the ball during their game against the New Orleans Saints at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: Drew Brees #9 of the New Orleans Saints hands off to Pierre Thomas #23 against the San Francisco 49ers during an NFL game at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: Members of the San Francisco 49ers wait to enter the field against the New Orleans Saints during an NFL game at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California.(Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: Patrick Willis #52 of the San Francisco 49er tackles Reggie Bush #25 of the New Orleans Saints during an NFL game at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: Frank Gore #21 of the San Francisco 49ers scores a touchdown against the New Orleans Saints during an NFL game at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: Former member of the San Francisco 49ers Jerry Rice has his number retired at halftime against the New Orleans Saints during an NFL game at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: A helmet of the New Orleans Saints shown before the San Francisco 49ers NFL game at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: Former member of the San Francisco 49ers Jerry Rice has his number retired at halftime against the New Orleans Saints during an NFL game at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: Reggie Bush #25 of the New Orleans Saints warms up against the San Francisco 49ers during an NFL game at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: Frank Gore #21 of the San Francisco 49ers in action during their game against the New Orleans Saints at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: Drew Brees #9 of the New Orleans Saints in action during their game against the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: Pierson Prioleau #31 and Roman Harper #41 of the New Orleans Saints celebrate after a play during their game against the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: The Gold Rush San Francisco 49ers cheerleaders cheer for their team during their game against the New Orleans Saints at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: Drew Brees #9 of the New Orleans Saints in action during their game against the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints v San Francisco 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO - SEPTEMBER 20: Garrett Hartley #5 of the New Orleans Saints is lifted in the air by Jeff Charleston #97 after Hartley kicked the game winning field goal against the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park on September 20, 2010 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Terrell Owens #81
19 Sep 1999: Terrell Owens #81 and Jerry Rice of the San Francisco 49ers at the sideline during the game against the New Orleans Saints at 3 Com Park in San Francisco, California. The 49ers defeated the Saints 28-21. Mandatory Credit: Jed Jacobsohn /Allsport
Lawrence Phillips #33
19 Sep 1999: Lawrence Phillips #3 of the San Francisco 49ers carries the ball during the game against the New Orleans Saints at 3Com Park in San Francisco, California. The 49ers defeated the Saints 28-21. Mandatory Credit: Jon Ferrey /Allsport
Saints v 49ers X
11 Nov 2001: Quarterback Jeff Garcia #5 of the San Fransisco 49ers drops back to throw against the defense of the New Orleans Saints during the game at 3 Com Stadium in San Fransisco, California. DIGITAL IMAGE Mandatory Credit: Donald Miralle/ALLSPORT
Saints v 49ers X
11 Nov 2001 : Darrin Smith #54 of the New Orleans Saints is in close persuit behind Garrison Hearst #20 of the San Francisco 49ers during the game at 3 Com Stadium in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won 28-27. DIGITAL IMAGE. Mandatory Credit: Jed Jacobsohn/Allsport
Cedric Killings #71/Aaron Brooks #2
10 Dec 2000: Cedric Killings #71 of the San Francisco 49ers tries to sack Quarterback Aaron Brooks #2 of the New Orleans Saints during the game at 3Com Park in San Francisco, California. The Saints defeated the 49ers 31-27.Mandatory Credit: Tom Hauck /Allsport
49ers v Saints X
06 Jan 2002 : Kevan Barlow of the San Francisco 49ers runs with the ball during the game against the New Orleans Saints at Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans , Louisiana. The 49ers won 38-0. DIGITAL IMAGE. Mandatory Credit: Ronald Martinez/Getty Images
49ers v Saints X
06 Jan 2002 : Jeremy Newberry #62 of the San Francisco 49ers faces the New Orleans Saints during the game at Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans , Louisiana. The 49ers won 38-0. DIGITAL IMAGE. Mandatory Credit: Ronald Martinez/Getty Images
Former 49er center Jeremy Newberry. (Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
49ers v Saints X
06 Jan 2002 : Quarterback Jeff Garcia of the San Francisco 49ers during the game against the New Orleans Saints at Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans , Louisiana. The 49ers won 38-0. DIGITAL IMAGE. Mandatory Credit: Ronald Martinez/Getty Images
49ers Garcia passes against Saints
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Quarterback Jeff Garcia #5 of the San Francisco 49ers passes under pressure by Norman Hand #99 of the New Orleans Saints during the NFL game at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana on October 20, 2002. The Saints defeated the Niners 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez /Getty Images)
49ers Owens tackled by Saints Knight
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Wide receiver Terrell Owens #81 of the San Francisco 49ers is tackled by Sammy Knight #29 of the New Orleans Saints during the NFL game at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana on October 20, 2002. The Saints defeated the Niners 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez /Getty Images)
49ers Owens makes touchdown reception
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Wide receiver Terrell Owens #81 of the San Francisco 49ers leaps to complete a touchdown catch while defended by Fakhir Brown #35 of the New Orleans Saints during the NFL game at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana on October 20, 2002. The Saints defeated the Niners 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez /Getty Images)
49ers Barlow runs against Saints
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Running back Kevan Barlow #32 of the San Francisco 49ers runs with the ball against the New Orleans Saints during the NFL game at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana on October 20, 2002. The Saints defeated the Niners 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez /Getty Images)
49ers v Saints
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: David Sloan #88 of the New Orleans Saints looks on the field during the game against the San Francisco 49ers on October 20, 2002 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
49ers v Saints
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Running back Kevan Barlow #32 of the San Francisco 49ers carries the ball as he is tackled by Fakhir Brown #35 and Darrin Smith #54 of the New Orleans Saints during the game on October 20, 2002 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
49ers v Saints
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Running back Garrison Heart #20 of the San Francisco 49ers carries the ball during the game against the New Orleans Saints on October 20, 2002 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
49ers v Saints
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Quarterback Aaron Brooks #2 of the New Orleans Saints throws the ball during the game against the San Francisco 49ers on October 20, 2002 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
49ers v Saints
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Quarterback Jeff Garica #5 of the San Francisco 49ers calls the play as Ron Stone #65 get ready on the line during the game against the New Orleans Saints on October 20, 2002 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
49ers v Saints
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Head coach Steve Mariucci of the San Francisco 49ers looks on the line during the game against the New Orleans Saints on October 20, 2002 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Andre Carter moves on the field
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Andre Carter #96 of the San Francisco 49ers moves on the field during the game against the New Orleans Saints on October 20, 2002 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
49ers v Saints
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Head Coach Jim Haslett of the New Orleans Saints walks down the sidelines during the game against the San Francisco 49er on October 20, 2002 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
49ers v Saints
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Wide reciever Joe Horn #87 of the New Orleans Saints grips the ball as he falls during the game against the San Francisco 49ers on October 20, 2002 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
49ers v Saints
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Kendyl Jacox #64 of the New Orleans Saints shakes hands with wide reciever Joe Horn #87 during the game against the San Francisco 49ers on October 20, 2002 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
49ers v Saints
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Quarterback Jeff Garcia #5 of the San Francisco 49ers calls the count at the line during the game against the New Orleans Saints on October 20, 2002 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
49ers v Saints
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Running back Kevan Barlow #32 of the San Francisco 49ers carries the ball as he is grabbed during the game against the New Orleans Saints on October 20, 2002 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
49ers v Saints
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Running back Kevan Barlow #32 of the San Francisco 49ers grips the ball as he is tackled during the game against the New Orleans Saints on October 20, 2002 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
49ers/Saints Past Match-Ups
49ers v Saints
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Wide reciever Jake Reed #86 of the New Orleans Saints carries the ball as he tries to avoid the tackle by Ronnie Heard #38 of the San Francisco 49ers during the game on October 20, 2002 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
49ers v Saints
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Ronnie Heard #38 of the San Francisco 49ers talks with Tony Parrish #33 during the game against the New Orleans Saints on October 20, 2002 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
49ers v Saints
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 20: Running back Deuce McAllister #26 of the New Orleans Saints carries the ball up the field during the game against the San Francisco 49ers on October 20, 2002 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the 49ers 35-27. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
49ers v Saints
NEW ORLEANS - SEPTEMBER 19: Donte Stallworth #83 of the New Orleans Saints is tackled by Derek Smith #50 of the San Francisco 49ers on September 19, 2004 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
New Orleans Saints running back Ricky Williams (34
SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES: New Orleans Saints running back Ricky Williams (34) picks up yardage as San Francisco 49ers corner back Mark McMillian (29) tackles him in the second quarter in San Francisco, CA 19 September 1999. The 49ers won 28-21. (Photo credit should read MONICA M. DAVEY/AFP/Getty Images)
JIM MORA SAINTS
25 SEP 1994: NEW ORLEANS COACH JIM MORA ON THE SIDELINE DURING THE SAINTS 24-13 LOSS TO THE SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS AT CANDLESTICK PARK IN SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Dunn/ALLSPORT
SAINTS AT 49ERS
25 SEP1994: QUARTERBACK JIM EVERETT OF THE NEW ORLEANS SAINTS THROWS A PASS IN HIS TEAM''S 24-13 LOSS TO THE SAN FRANCISCO FORTY NINERS AT CANDLESTICK PARK. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Dunn/ALLSPORT
MERTON HANKS 49ERS
25 SEP 1994: SAFETY MERTON HANKS OF THE SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS GESTURES TO TEAMMATES DURING A 24-13 VICTORY OVER THE NEW ORLEANS SAINTS AT CANDLESTICK PARK IN SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA. Mandatory Credit: Otto Greule/ALLSPORT
Saints V 49ers
29 Oct 1995: Wide receiver Jerry Rice of the San Francisco 49ers and defensive back Jimmy Spencer of the New Orleans Saints look for the ball during a game at 3Com Park in San Francisco, California. The Saints won the game 11-7.
Steve Young #8
14 Sep 1997: Steve Young #8 of the San Francisco 49ers looks on during a game against the New Orleans Saints at 3Com Park in San Francisco, California. The 49ers defeated the Saints 33-7. Mandatory Credit: Otto Greule Jr. /Allsport
Steve Young
22 Nov 1998: Quarterback Steve Young #8 of the San Francisco 49ers looks on during the game against the New Orleans Saints at the 3 Com Park in San Francisco, California. The 49ers defeated the Saints 31-20. Mandatory Credit: Jed Jacobsohn /Allsport
Jerry Rice
22 Nov 1998: Wide receiver Jerry Rice #80 of the San Francisco 49ers celebrates during the game against the New Orleans Saints at the 3 Com Park in San Francisco, California. The 49ers defeated the Saints 31-20. Mandatory Credit: Jed Jacobsohn /Allsport
Troy Davis #28
19 Sep 1999: Troy Davis #28 of the New Orleans Saints moves with the ball as Joe Wesley #56 of the San Francisco 49ers tries to tackle him during the game at 3 Com Park in San Francisco, California. The 49ers defeated the Saints 28-21. Mandatory Credit: Jed Jacobsohn /Allsport
Bryant Young #97
19 Sep 1999: Bryant Young #97 of the San Francisco 49ers runs during the game against the New Orleans Saints at 3 Com Park in San Francisco, California. The 49ers defeated the Saints 28-21. Mandatory Credit: Jon Ferrey /Allsport
Lawrence Phillips #33
19 Sep 1999: Lawrence Phillips #33 of the San Francisco 49ers moves with the ball as Keith Mitchell #59 of the New Orleans Saints tries to tackle him during the game at 3 Com Park in San Francisco, California. The 49ers defeated the Saints 28-21. Mandatory Credit: Jon Ferrey /Allsport
Terrell Owens #81
19 Sep 1999: Terrell Owens #81 of the San Francisco 49ers jumps and catches the ball as Fred Werry #24 of the New Orleans Saints grabs him during the game at 3 Com Park in San Francisco, California. The 49ers defeated the Saints 28-21. Mandatory Credit: Jon Ferrey /Allsport
Jerry Rice
14 Sep 1997: Wide receiver Jerry Rice of the San Francisco 49ers looks on during a game against the New Orleans Saints at 3Com Park in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won the game 33-7. Mandatory Credit: Todd Warshaw /Allsport
Saints V 49ers
14 Sep 1997: Wide receiver J.J. Stokes #83 of the San Francisco 49ers and Eric Allen #21 of the New Orleans Saints in action during a game at 3Com Park in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won the game 33-7. Mandatory Credit: Todd Warshaw /Allsport
Saints V 49ers
14 Sep 1997: Wide receiver Chuck Levy of the San Francisco 49es runs down the field as defensive back Mickey Washington of the New Orleans Saints chases him during a game at 3Com Park in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won the game 33-7. Mandatory Credit: Otto Greule /Allsport
Saints V 49ers
14 Sep 1997: Defensive back Rod Woodson, safety Tim McDonald and cornerback Tyrrone Drakeford of the San Francisco 49ers stand in the huddle during a game against the New Orleans Saints at 3Com Park in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won the game 33-7. Mandatory Credit: Todd Warshaw /Allsport
J. J. Stokes
14 Sep 1997: Wide receiver J. J. Stokes of the San Francisco 49ers moves the ball during a game against the New Orleans Saints at 3Com Park in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won the game, 33-7. Mandatory Credit: Otto Greule /Allsport
San Francisco 49ers wide-receiver Jerry Rice (L) c
SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES: San Francisco 49ers wide-receiver Jerry Rice (L) cuts by New Orleans Saints safety Vince Buck after catching a pass from quarterback Elvis Grbac 29 October in San Francisco. Rice became the NFL's all-time leader in receiving yards with 14,012, which was held by James Lofton with 14,004. The Saints went on to upset the 49ers, 11-7. AFP PHOTOS (Photo credit should read JOHN G. MABANGLO/AFP/Getty Images)
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