Chase Young’s box score reads that he finished his 49er debut with one tackle, which was a half sack, and another quarterback hit. But it was Young’s presence which opened up things for the rest of his teammates.
With a competent edge rusher opposite of Nick Bosa, defensive coordinator Steve Wilks could move the reigning Defensive Player of the Year around more. Arik Armstead and Javon Hargrave were ensured 1-on-1’s. Bosa, Armstead, and Hargrave each finished with a sack.
Fred Warner joked that Young has been the missing link: “I think he fit in great. I guess that as the missing link right there.