49ers game review: The sack-less, new-look defense; ‘salty' Brock Purdy and Kyle Shanahan
The San Francisco 49ers' 38-17 rout of the Raiders on Sunday exposed some shortcomings, including a lack of sacks and misfires with communication on offense.
The San Francisco 49ers' new defensive unit struggled to generate pressure on Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins in their 38-17 loss at Levi's Stadium on Sunday. Quarterback Brock Purdy accounted for 198 passing yards and a rushing touchdown, leading the Raiders to a significant victory. The 49ers' defense, bolstered by the return of Pro Bowl defensive tackle DeForest Buckner and the addition of first-round pick Mykel Williams, failed to generate any sacks or significant pass rush.
Both Buckner and fellow defensive tackle Nick Bosa combined for two tackles and two quarterback hits, falling short of the explosive performance anticipated following their trades. Head coach Kyle Shanahan acknowledged the team's subpar outing, emphasizing the need for significant improvements. Quarterback Purdy's performance was marked by frustration with head coach Kyle Shanahan, leading to an awkward timeout and a post-game gesture of discontent towards the opposing fans.
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