Mike Nolan refers to his version of the nickel defense as the Big Sub. The San Francisco coach's scheme is earning some less-flattering nicknames from fans who don't think the Big Sub is doing much to stop big plays. With four defensive linemen and five defensive backs on the field for large portions of two recent games, the 49ers (2-2) look different from most NFL teams, even if Nolan insists the...

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