"The 49ers have probably had the most versatile offense in football for a long time," said Singletary, who calls the on-field shots in the Bears' defense.

These teams are noted for their versatile, high-scoring offenses, but all afternoon defense was the game's staple.

But Texas overran Colorado, 41-7, six weeks ago, and its versatile offense should help keep the Longhorns in the national championship race.

In their conversations last winter, Torre and the hitting coach, Don Mattingly, planned to stress a more versatile offense in spring training.

His efficiency is helping the Raiders' versatile offense lead the A.F.C in points scored per game (27.8).

The Bengals have an extraordinarily versatile offense.

And maybe the most destructive defense in football and one of the most versatile offenses can, indeed, turn it on and off at will.

As a part of Florida State's versatile offense, Dunn had not produced numbers large enough to satisfy Heisman voters and evaluators.

Her versatile offense and her impenetrable defense is a powerful combination.

Minnesota left here a witness, unable to explain how it was dominated by a crunching 49er defense and a crisp, versatile 49er offense.