How the Falcons’ defense will attack the 49ers on Sunday
Did Washington give Atlanta something to go on Monday night?
The San Francisco 49ers face the Atlanta Falcons, who are 25th in the NFL with a blitz rate of 25.9%, in a Monday night showdown. After receiving a substantial number of blitzes in their previous game due to Mike Evans' injury, the 49ers must strategize how to counter Atlanta's defensive approach. The 49ers' receivers, including Brandin Cooks, Jordan Watkins, Jacob Cowing, and potentially Christian Kirk, may be limited in availability, complicating their offensive game plan.
The Falcons, under defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, are expected to increase their blitzing, particularly with a higher frequency of man coverage in Cover 1. The 49ers must rely on Kyle Shanahan's ability to craft effective game plans involving running the ball, screens, and quick throws, while waiting for injured players to return from their week-long absence.
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