Niners’ Secondary a Primary Concern vs. Bears
It's a big week for the 49ers, coming off a season-opening victory and getting ready for their regular-season debut Sunday night at Levi's Stadium.But as the 49ers start work toward beating the Chicago Bears in Game 2, San Francisco suddenly looks vulnerable to Chicago's passing game.In the Bears' Game 1 loss to the Buffalo Bills, quarterback Jay Cutler threw for 349 yards and two touchdowns, and he spread the ball around. Four receivers – Brandon Marshall, Martellus Bennett, Alshon Jeffery and running back Matt Forte – combined for 29 catches. So, there's no doubt the Bears will put the ball up early and often.The question is, who will the 49ers have playing cornerback Sunday night?Starters Tramaine Brock (sprained toe) and Chris Culliver (concussion) both were lost in Game 1, and rookie Jimmie Ward – the No. 1 at nickel corner – also was lost during the victory over the Cowboys to concussion.Veteran Perrish Cox and rookie Dontae Johnson filled in for Brock and Culliver against Dallas – playing most of the game – and the 49ers could also use veteran Chris Cook (acquired from the Vikings in the offseason) this Sunday night, as well. Cook was...
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