Lions defensive tackle Cory Redding just got done with about a 10-minute pregame workout at San Francisco's Candlestick Park. Defensive-line coach Joe Cullen ran Redding through a series of drills testing his get-off and change-of-direction ability.

Not that you can tell everything from the press box, but Redding's sprained ankle appeared fine. He walked away from the drill without a limp and slapped fives with Lions coach Rod Marinelli, executive vice president Tom Lewand and a couple of teammates on his way to the locker room. I would expect him to start — as he said he would — when lineups are announced in the next hour or so.

Eitehr way, you might see a little bit of Dewayne White at defensive tackle today. White is a good player and the Lions' best pass rusher. By playing him inside on nickel downs, the Lions can get an extra pass rusher like Corey Smith on the field.