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Though darkness and light, times of struggle and moments of elevating success, the 49ers held on tight Monday night.

They did what they had to. They didn't lose their grip through the madness.

And after the long night and longer journey, the 49ers emerged with one of their most meaningful (and memorable) triumphs in years.

Their 20-3 victory over Pittsburgh was part endurance test, part showcase, part embarrassment and part pure gut check.

There were two blackouts at Candlestick Park, talk of a postponement and multiple chances for the 49ers to flinch under fire.

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