| | | He spent his first 16 NFL seasons in a 49ers uniform, but Jerry Rice wore the silver and black of the Raiders when the two clubs clashed in San Francisco on Sunday. So, what was on Rice's mind? Page 2 reveals all:

"We're not in San Francisco anymore, Toto." |

"I never can get used to the sight of a legend wearing a different jersey at the end of his career." |

"Imagine the numbers I'd have put if I hadn't had to adjust to that damn left-handed rotation on Steve's passes." |
 "Am I ever going to retire? I started with the best QB ever, moved on to the top-rated QB, and now I'm with a crafty veteran. When I see Cade McNown over center, I'll know it's time to go." |

"On the other hand, maybe it's time to go when your coach is younger and better looking than you." |

"I've got to remember to talk to Tim next week. At his age, I'm sure he won't mind taking a secondary role in the offense." |

"You gotta love a guy who bases his business strategy on episodes of 'The Sopranos.' " |
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