NFL Power Rankings: 49ers Tie Losing-Streak Record Into Week 12

NFL Power Rankings: 49ers Losing Streak Ties a Franchise Record Entering Week 12

November 20, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick (7) passes the football against New England Patriots outside linebacker Kyle Van Noy (53) during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /

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Nov 17, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) drops back to pass during the game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers defeated the Saints 23-20. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports /

4-6. . New Orleans Saints. 19. team. 15.

Just when you think the Saints are starting to get things on track, New Orleans drops back-to-back games and find themselves at 4-6 on the season.

The Saints couldn’t quite knock off the Panthers on Thursday Night Football and will have to lick their wounds before a winnable contest against the Rams in Week 12.

Fortunately, quarterback Drew Brees is still playing at a remarkable level, and the chemistry he’s developed with wide receiver Brandin Cooks has been something to watch.

If only this team could muster up anything resembling a defense.