As anyone could plainly see, the Niners' defense looked dominant against the Titans, especially in the first half, and even more especially on first and second downs. However, after some adjustments, Tennessee unlocked how to convert long third downs, and convert, they did.
The Titans started three of seven on third down before halftime, then cashed in six of nine opportunities, four of which were for ten yards or more, with the shortest measuring in at seven yards.
The longest and most demoralizing had to be the 42-yard gainer after an offsides-induced free play on a 3rd and 23.