SANTA CLARA — The 49ers’ Nick Bosa is no mini-Justin Smith. So said Justin Smith.
“I don’t think he’s too mini. He’s a big guy. He looks big as (expletive),” Smith said on the sideline before the 49ers’ hosted the Atlanta Falcons.
Similar to how Smith was a defensive-line catalyst in the 49ers’ last playoff run from 2011-13, Bosa is flourishing as a rookie who arrived with the No. 2 overall draft pick.
Smith, attending today’s game with his wife and three kids, is among those who’ve enjoyed watching Bosa and the 49ers (11-2) this season.