3 defensive stars who helped pave the way for a 49ers win over the Raiders
Niners Nation • • sports
Key Points:
- The San Francisco 49ers defense dominated the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 9, forcing five second-half turnovers and contributing significantly to a 38-17 victory, despite some offensive mistakes.
- Linebacker Jaden Dugger earned the 3rd star for his six solo tackles and a crucial interception returned for a touchdown that helped extend the 49ers' lead in the third quarter.
- Cornerback Upton Stout received the 2nd star after a key forced fumble near the goal line, preventing a Raiders touchdown and enabling the 49ers to capitalize with a scoring drive.
- Linebacker Fred Warner was named the 1st star for multiple game-changing plays, including a forced loss on a quarterback sneak and a forced fumble recovered by a teammate, solidifying his Defensive Player of the Year candidacy.
