The San Francisco 49ers defense took the field to begin the game and did exactly what they’ve been doing all season. They won on early downs but failed to get off the field on third down.
Linebacker De’Vondre Campbell got nosy and started to shuffle toward the inside, leaving DK Metcalf open to run and catch for a 30-yard gain. Seattle would come back to that play later in the drive, or at least a similar concept.
This time, Renardo Green was in coverage and this time, there was pressure on the quarterback. Nick Bosa hit Geno Smith; Green had perfect coverage, and Malik Mustapha read the quarterback’s eyes for an interception.