It is hard to say that the Chicago Bears have a defense that is elite, but is certainly should be feared by the San Francisco 49ers. At this point in the season, they know who they are and what they can do well. This is a group that can turn the football over and change the outcomes of games because of it.

Philip Rivers starts again when he takes on the ferocious 49ers on "Monday Night Football." Here's score, highlights, stats and more for Colts-49ers.

Here are your top 49ers storylines for Wednesday, December 24th:

The San Francisco 49ers beat the Indianapolis Colts 48-27, led by Brock Purdy’s 5 TDs. Colin Cowherd asks if the now 11-4 49ers are serious title contenders.

This week’s Monday Night Football features the San Francisco 49ers visiting the Indianapolis Colts. The 49ers are 10-4, but in third place in a hyper-competitive NFC West. They have three games to move up the rankings.

Philip Rivers, the grandfather and former Pro Football Hall of Fame semifinalist, came out of retirement to play for the Indianapolis Colts.

The San Francisco 49ers climb the NFC standings with a win over the Indianapolis Colts, keeping home-field advantage and NFC West title within reach.

For Christmas, the 25-year-old San Francisco 49ers quarterback gifted his offensive linemen with custom Rolex watches. According to the company’s website, the timepiece — a Rolex Submariner Date — starts at approximately $10,000.