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SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- Despite having an apparent need for a mobile quarterback to run coach Chip Kellys offense, the San Francisco 49ers showed little interest in Dak Prescott leading into this years draft.Theyre probably one of the teams I talked to the least, Prescott said.The Niners (1-2) might regret that move now as Prescott has shined for Dallas (2-1) in place of the injured Tony Romo. Prescott will get a chance to show the Niners what they passed up when the teams meet Sunday.Going in the fourth round, everybody passed you over a couple of times, Prescott said. Ive got a chip on my shoulder. I have throughout my whole life, but the draft process definitely made it grow a little bit.Prescott threw his first TD pass last week and has no interceptions on 99 passes so far to go with a 93.3 rating. San Franciscos starter, Blaine Gabbert, hasnt been nearly as effective . He is last in the NFL in yards per attempt (5.5), second worst among starters in completion percentage (55.2 percent), and third worst in passer rating (68.6).San Francisco targeted the trenches in the first round by taking defensive lineman DeForest Buckner and guard Joshua Garnett. The Niners then took one of Prescotts teammates from Mississippi State in the third round in cornerback Will Redmond, who has not played as he recovers from a knee injury. They then took another cornerback, Rashard Robinson, in the fourth round, two spots ahead of where Dallas took Prescott.We looked at him just like all quarterbacks in the draft and we were really impressed with him and thought that he was someone that could really play in this league, Kelly said. Where it fell in terms of what we were taking, he was kind of slotted around where he got taken. Thats kind of where we thought he was going to go. But, Ive been very impressed with him.The Niners eventually selected a quarterback when they chose Jeff Driskel in the sixth round. Driskel was cut before the season.Here are some other things to watch when the Cowboys visit the Niners:DEZS STATUS: Dez Bryant has a hairline fracture of a bone in his right knee, and it appears he wont play after an eventful week. The 2014 All-Pro essentially went AWOL for two days, missing medical appointments and team meetings before finally showing up Wednesday and getting the MRI that revealed the injury.Coach Jason Garrett said Dallas players have missed no time with the same injury in the past, but Bryant missed the first two practices of the week. If Bryant doesnt play, it will be the 2014 All-Pro receivers eighth game missed since the start of last season, which was plagued by a broken a foot and ankle and knee issues.SECOND-STRING SECONDARY: With cornerback Jimmie Ward sidelined by a quadriceps injury, the Niners will need to find a new starter across from Tramaine Brock. Third-year player Keith Reaser and Robinson are competing to replace Ward against the Cowboys. That task could be a little easier if Bryant cant play.PROTECTING PRESCOTT: Pro Bowl left tackle Tyron Smith missed last weeks Chicago game when his back tightened up late in the week. He also missed the first day of practice this week. Second-year player Chaz Green, who missed all of his rookie season with a hip injury, had two holding penalties and a chop block in his first career start against the Bears. But he generally got high marks from Garrett. Left guard Lael Collins is out with a right big toe injury, so former starter Ron Leary will fill in for the player who replaced him.SPLIT PERSONALTY: For the past two seasons, the Niners have had a split personality on defense. San Francisco has allowed a league-low 15 points per game at home in that span, compared to a league-worst 33.5 on the road. This year, the difference is even starker. After shutting out the Rams at home in the opener, San Francisco allowed 83 points in losing back-to-back road games at Carolina and Seattle.Those are interesting stats, but I really wouldnt know the answer to the reasons why, defensive lineman Arik Armstead said.RUNNING AGAIN: The Cowboys stuck with the running game the first two weeks even though the numbers didnt look great. They had the stats to show for their persistence against the Bears. Rookie Ezekiel Elliott ran for 140 yards on 30 carries to lead the teams 199-yard effort. I think Im way more comfortable than I was Week 1 for sure, said Elliott, who leads the NFC with 274 yards rushing. Im definitely settling into the system.The Niners have their own star back from Ohio State in Carlos Hyde, who has rushed for 225 yards and four TDs through three games.---Online:AP NFL website: www.pro32.ap.org and www.twitter.com/AP-NFL---AP Sports Writer Schuyler Dixon in Frisco, Texas, contributed to this report Don Larsen Jersey . PETERSBURG, Fla. Carlos Lee Astros Jersey . According to a report from the Winnipeg Free Press, the Bombers will name Acting GM Kyle Walters to the post full time. https://www.cheapastros.com/2543o-lance-berkman-jersey-astros.html . LOUIS -- The New Orleans Saints looked like a team playing out the string. Denis Menke Astros Jersey . - Levi Browns tenure at left tackle for the Pittsburgh Steelers is over before it even began. J. R. Richard Astros Jersey . 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EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. -- Adrian Petersons return to practice has brought much optimism to the Vikings late in the regular season.Peterson has been wearing a brace supporting the right knee, which underwent meniscus surgery earlier this season.Peterson and the Vikings (7-6) are tempering any thought of a swift return for this Sunday against Indianapolis.Speaking on Thursday for the first time since returning to practice, Peterson didnt hold firm to any return date, but acknowledged his hope of being back on Dec. 24 against the rival Green Bay Packers.That was the goal I had set for me, so Im just going to continue to take it one day at a time, Peterson said.When that time comes, as a group, well sit down and talk and see which direction its best to go in.Peterson said hes felt good in his return to practice and the reports were encouraging from coach Mike Zimmer and offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur.However, there are many factors in determining when Peterson can return to game action.Zimmer said Peterson went through a full practice but needs to continue to work. Peterson said hes still gauging the progress of his knee as well as getting into game shape. Then theres also the aspect that Peterson is 31 years old and is owed $11.75 million base salary next season in the final year of his contract, along with an $18 million salary cap figure.Hoping to regain full health and continue on his Hall of Fame-type pace, Peterson said the future is also on his mind.I would be lying to you to say that its not factoring in, Peterson said. Of course, that will be something that goes into that circle of so many things to consider.Peterson isnt returning to the same offense, either. Norv Turner was the ooffensive coordinator when Peterson went down and has since resigned, leading to Shurmur taking the lead of the offense.ddddddddddddTheres still a lot of stuff that remains the same, just a couple wrinkles in there thats a little different, Peterson said.Peterson had 50 yards rushing and a 1.6 yards-per-carry average in the first two games before tearing the meniscus and opting for surgery.Without him, the Vikings havent established much of a ground game with Jerick McKinnon and Matt Asiata.Minnesota has dealt with injuries along the offensive line, too, with starting tackles Matt Kalil and Andre Smith out for the season.The Vikings are one game behind Tampa Bay for the final wild-card spot in the NFC, despite ranking last in the league in rushing with a 73.4-yard average.Theyre certainly some new things that were doing that hes not as familiar with, Shurmur said. Hes been in meetings. Hes been around. Hes somewhat familiar with what were doing, but knowing it and actually going out and executing it are two different things.Peterson said he plans to continue to wear the brace and will do so in games. In the past, hes preferred to play without any type of brace.As Peterson and Zimmer both said, the teams medical staff will play a big role in determining the date of any potential return.In my mind, Im telling myself that its 100 percent healed, Peterson said. But I really wont know until I look and see from images. With that, got to be smart about how you approach everything going ahead.---For more NFL coverage: www.pro32.ap.org and http://twitter.com/AP-NFL . ' ' '