As the 49ers prepare to take on the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday night, a storm is coming to Santa Clara both literally and metaphorically. With the weather forecast predicting an over 90% chance of rain between 4 pm and 10 pm, throwing the football might come as a bit of a challenge, which could ultimately work out in the 49ers’ favor throughout this game.
Running the ball has always been the foundation of Kyle Shanahan’s offensive scheme, and for several reasons, the 49ers haven’t had the success we’ve grown accustomed to in the ground game so far in the 2021 season.