That was unpredictable. The 49ers winning wasn’t surprising. How they won was. Another Sunday that was full of domination for a defense that, if this doesn’t earn them respect, I’m not sure what will. It’s been five games, and the 49ers are borderline bulletproof on defense. With how the rules are for offenses, it’s tough to put into words how impressive the Niners are as a defense.
Here are six thoughts from the 49ers win over the Rams.
Not enough credit to the second level of the defense
Going from the rookie version of Fred Warner, Elijah Lee, and Marcell Harris towards the end of the season to Warner playing faster, Kwon Alexander, and Jaquiski Tartt has made a world of difference.