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Local players in NFL action this weekend

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Green Bay Packers offensive tackle Bryan Bulaga (75) is expected to be active for this weekend's playoff action. The Crystal Lake resident and Barrington native has been out with an injury.

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Baltimore Ravens back up safety Tom Zbikowski, at right, has been a standout tackler on special teams. The Buffalo Grove High School grad also returns kicks.

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When Denver and New England played last month, former Chicago Bears defensive end Mark Anderson (95) forced a fumble by Tim Tebow. Anderson had 10 sacks this season.

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Scott Tolzien, a Rolling Meadows resident and Fremd High School grad, is the No. 3 quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers. This week he played Drew Brees in practice for the scout team as the 49ers prepare to play the New Orleans Saints.

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All four NFL playoff teams that earned a bye last week have players and coaches with local connections. Bob LeGere takes a look at the Chicago-area connections on the 49ers, Packers, Patriots and Ravens, including Scott Tolzien, Bryan Bulaga, and Tom Zbikowski.