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The most fascinating game of the weekend is up first.

The Saints and 49ers will be on the same field, but they play very different games.

My column for NBCSports.com this week focuses on the matchup between two teams that seemingly come from different eras of football. I also look at the players with the most to gain and lose this weekend, and the matchups to watch.

Check it out. Or don’t and don’t tell me. I won’t really know the difference.