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17 Preseason Win Over the Chargers
Sports Illustrated • • general
Key Points:
- The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 41-17, with strong performances from Brock Purdy and Mac Jones at quarterback, though Adrian Martinez struggled with turnovers.
- The running backs, led by Kaelon Black and Sincere McCormick, showed promise despite ongoing issues with offensive line blocking.
- Wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling emerged as a key player behind Mike Evans, while veterans like Deebo Samuel and Demarcus Robinson had minimal impact.
- The defensive unit improved against the run but struggled to pressure the quarterback, with notable contributions from Garrett Wallow at linebacker and a solid defensive backfield.
- Special teams excelled, highlighted by a punt return touchdown from Jacob Cowing, and head coach Kyle Shanahan was praised for effective game management and revitalizing the running game.
