Ron Kroichick, San Francisco Chronicle
Vernon Davis sprained the medial collateral ligament in his right knee on the play, an MRI exam revealed Monday. He probably will miss the next two games, the team announced, removing a key option from an offense already struggling to reach the end zone.Davis caught four passes for 56 yards in Sunday's 37-16 loss to Pittsburgh, in the first game after he requested a more prominent role in the offense. Now, as the 49ers prepare for home games against Seattle and Baltimore the next two weeks, Davis' injury temporarily leaves him with no role in the offense.The 49ers trailed 17-6 when Davis corralled Smith's pass near the Pittsburgh 10-yard line; he landed awkwardly after a crunching tackle and the ball popped loose. Steelers safety Ryan Clark plucked the ball out of the air and ran to San Francisco's 47-yard line.
Nolan challenged the call - and clearly was angry when Austin turned the play into an incomplete pass, rather than a completion and 49ers first down.
Nolan challenged the call - and clearly was angry when Austin turned the play into an incomplete pass, rather than a completion and 49ers first down.
S.F.'s reversal of fortunes
By Matthew Barrows - Sac Bee Staff Writer

"Red zone killed us," Hostler said. "We're not putting points on the board. We've got to get that (rectified)."
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