The 49ers defense pitched a shutout against Seattle in Week 2, holding the Seahawks offense to just eight plays in 49ers territory. Now comes a Denver offense that features the 49ers boogeyman in former Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson. Wilson and company will be the 49ers defenses' biggest test so far in 2022.
Here are the five players to watch as the defense looks for a repeat Week 2 performance:
DT Javon Kinlaw
With a backfield that features Javonte Williams and Melvin Gordon, there will be stress on the interior of the 49ers' defensive line.