Rookie RB Matt Forte played well in a loss to the 49ers.

RB Kevin Jones had an impressive debut in his first game action after suffering a torn ACL last year.

Said coach Lovie Smith of QB Kyle Orton’s performance, “He’s our quarterback, and I think he can play good football for us, but it was good to see him validate that tonight.”

Said Smith of the defense, “I’m completely disappointed with our entire effort. I thought we’d get that swagger back.”

Smith also said, “We’re a better defense than that.”

WR Rashied Davis looks like he’s developing chemistry with Orton.

Said LB Hunter Hillenmeyer, “I don’t remember being a part of a worse effort by a defense. I know I played poorly. Makes me sick to my stomach, the way we played.”

Defensive coordinator Bob Babich described himself as “very disappointed.”

Said S Mike Brown, “We wanted to come out and show what kind of defense we’re going to be. If we play like that, we’re obviously going to be a pretty bad defense.”

LB Rod Wilson was carted off the field after breaking his arm.

Garrett Wolfe fumbled a kickoff to set up a 49ers touchdown.

DT Dusty Dvoracek finally got on the field after missing the first two preseason games with a calf injury.