...bruised his knee in the first quarter and did not return, but McCarthy said X-rays were negative.... Lions LB Julian Peterson had 2½ sacks.... Mason Crosby's four field goals tied a career high.

...The Detroit Lions need linebackers, and the Seattle Sea-hawks had one to spare. Detroit acquired Pro Bowler Julian Peterson from Seattle for tackle Cory Redding and a fifth-round pick in April's draft.

...Players to watch: Cards' Josh McCown threw 2 TD passes in last game vs. 49ers, but has none this season. Linebacker Julian Peterson a bright spot for 49ers with 2 1/2 sacks. Key stat: 49ers have been outscored 48-3 in first quarters. Last...

...coordinator Greg Knapp, who left the 49ers with Mora. Vick spent much of the day running from All-Pro linebacker Julian Peterson, who forced two fumbles and sacked Vick twice. San Francisco's fans probably recognized Knapp's offense from...

...longtime relationships immensely. Last week, he had two conversations with his former San Francisco linebackers: Julian Peterson, Jeff Ulbrich, Derek Smith and Jamie Winborn. "That organization was always really, really good to me," said...

...lacking a tight end, the most important position in this defense since he arrived as head coach four months ago. Julian Peterson played the position perfectly in 2003, Mora's fifth season as the 49ers' defensive coordinator - 11 pass breakups...

...and is seeking more money. Other Poston clients include New England cornerback Ty Law, San Francisco linebacker Julian Peterson and Washington linebacker LaVar Arrington. All have had contract problems. The Redskins are currently in a dispute...

...Owens spoke openly of his desire to move to another team in the offseason, the 49ers designated All-Pro linebacker Julian Peterson as their exclusive franchise player - apparently conceding they wouldn't sign Owens.

...Council informed the teams Thursday. Owens seemed to be headed for the open market when the 49ers designated linebacker Julian Peterson as their franchise player Monday. But to become a free agent, he or agent Robert Joseph was required to file papers...

...Ravens' Jamal Lewis leads NFL with 1,364 yards rushing, averaging 5.1 yards per carry. San Francisco linebacker Julian Peterson, who has 4.5 sacks, keys the pass rush. Key stat: 49ers lead NFC with turnover differential of plus-12. Last...