The 49ers returned to the practice field following a scheduled day off on Sunday. I was on hand to watch, and here are a few of my notes from Monday’s practice.
DEFENSE
- The first team defensive line consists of a base set of Nick Bosa, Javon Kinlaw, DJ Jones, and Arik Armstead.
This is clearly the grouping of four that the defensive staff feels has the best ability to be stout against the run while still having the ability to pressure quarterbacks on early downs.
- Kentavius Street and Kevin Givens joined the first-team defense during a walkthrough of sub package blitzes with Bosa and Dee Ford flanking them at the edge positions.