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49ers offensive line patching things together

Posted December 16, 2011 on AP on Fox
PLAYERS: James Harrison,  Joe Staley,  Alex Boone
TEAMS: Pittsburgh Steelers,  San Francisco 49ers
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Even with linebacker James Harrison suspended from the vaunted Pittsburgh Steelers defense, the San Francisco 49ers offensive line has no reason to celebrate. They might be a man down, too. After surrendering a staggering 18 sacks in the past three games, the 49ers are facing the prospect of playing without left tackle Joe Staley for the Monday night matchup against the Steelers at Candlestick Park. The blindside blocker is still recovering from a concussion and hasn't participated in practice this week. Alex Boone would make his first career start for the NFC West champions if Staley is not cleared to play.
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