As the 49ers continue to slide now that they’ve lost five games in six weeks, everyone around the team continues to wonder what has led to their quick downfall.
Unlike in years past when they’ve lost under Kyle Shanahan’s watch, it’s felt different in 2021. They have 12 of their last 13 games when trailing at halftime and have lost multiple games as a betting favorite in the past few weeks. The head coach seems uninspired at the podium after games, and there seems to be a lack of fight and spirit with this team.
The icing on the cake was this past Sunday, as the 49ers got dog-walked by a Cardinals’ team that was missing their starting quarterback, wide receiver, running back, and defensive end.