Ailing Rams Lose To 49ers
The 49ers got some big runs from back-ups in a victory over the St. Louis.
Frank Gore scored the big touchdown on with 4:09 to go in a 24-20 victory over the ailing Rams on Saturday. The combination of Hicks and Gore helped the 49ers rush for 217 yards.
The 49ers ended a seven game losing run after coming in to the day tied for the fewest victories in the league. But they have now swept the Rams who stand at 5-10 for the first time since 1998, javing beaten them 28-25 in the first game.
Jamie Martin threw for a career-best 353 yards against a weak 49ers secondary and the Rams led 20-7 late in the first half. Mistakes then bagan to creep in and they ended up losing for the sixth time in seven games and their fourth straight at home.
The Rams finished with their first losing record at home since 1998. It was also the last time they lost at home to the 49ers.
The game could have been the home finale for Marshall Faulk, who's been used sparingly this season and may retire. He caught nine passes for 44 yards and had three carries for 5 yards.
