The Arizona Cardinals come to town after two wins in a row facing a 49er team that has all but clinched the division. While first priority is to win the 49ers must also use this game and the upcoming games to better prepare themselves for the playoffs. Each team will offer new challenges that will help the 49ers prepare for the playoffs. The Cardinals allow the 49ers  a great opportunity for them  to improve in the deep game.

Last week the 49ers worked on the passing game with Quarterback Alex Smith thanks to the Giants overloading the box.  Alex and the 49ers coaching staff used this to work in the short and medium routes in the passing tree and Alex excelled in this game plan. With the Cardinals they have been prone to giving up the deep ball and having breakdowns in their defensive coverage’s.  So this week should allow Alex and his receivers an opportunity to connect on the deep ball this has been a struggle so far this year. In years past Alex has been very good on the deep seam pass to Tight end Vernon Davis so getting back on track should not be very difficult.

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