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Hue Jackson has made it clear all year that he is working hard to fix the Raiders' penalty issues. With Oakland approaching Week 17, the first-year coach seems frustrated at his lack of progress on the flag front.

Intangibles help propel 49ers in 2011

The breaks didn't necessarily go their way in a 19-17 win against Seattle, but the 49ers persevered and emerged victorious. That would not necessarily have been the case in past seasons.

Sense of urgency palpable for Raiders

Beat San Diego, and the Raiders have a realistic shot at playing in the postseason for the first time since 2002. Lose to the Chargers, and the Raiders will watch the playoffs on TV for the ninth straight season.

Harbaugh says Walker out for 'period of time'

When asked if the 49ers would replace Delanie Walker on the roster, Jim Harbaugh said the 49ers are considering all of their options. The coach declined to say if the TE fractured his jaw.

Sharks-Ducks: What to watch for

The two-day Christmas break could probably have come at a better time for the Sharks, who had won four straight. Anaheim has just nine wins, but two came over the Sharks.

Ford hopeful of playing in Raiders' finale

Jacoby Ford has endured a slew of injuries this season -- a broken hand, a strained a hamstring, and the lingering sprained foot. The key for Ford is not being 100 percent, but being able to help his team.

Huff: I'm not going to miss this one

Coming into this season, Michael Huff had never missed a football game due to injury. Ever. At any level. His absence in the Raiders secondary has been particularly felt the past two weeks, especially against Detroit

Ginn hopes to be full-strength for playoffs

Receiver Ted Ginn is unsure whether he will be available for the 49ers on Sunday due to a left ankle sprain. Delanie Walker's status is uncertain after sustaining what is believed to be a broken jaw.

49ers will play in Green Bay (at least once in 2012)

Whether they travel to Green Bay in January for the NFC championship game remains to be seen. But the 49ers will definitely play a regular-season game at Lambeau next season.

Not a good time for Warriors to play Bulls

The good news is the Warriors get to immediately bounce back from their disappointing season-opening loss to the Clippers. Bad news is that its against the Chicago Bulls.