Mahomes is the highest-ranked QB in the NFL when under pressure. That is one of the most important stats there is in the NFL.
Hill isn't the best receiver in the NFL but he certainly is one of the most dangerous. His combination of quickness and speed makes him almost indefensible.
Andy Reid knows that if he runs at Dee Ford that the 49ers will pay the price. They would be better off sticking with Bosa and Armstead.
Shanahan's running scheme can be a pain in the ass. The Bronco's used it for a long time against us. Emmanual Sanders also has a good combo of quickness and speed that we've had trouble covering. We have trouble covering RB's and TEs, so stopping the run and covering Kittles are our main 2 defensive priorities.
Sherman can be had deep, he's a guy that is good at being physical and jumping the short stuff. Mahomes needs to be careful with the short passes before smoking him deep. Sherman isn't fast enough to keep up with Hill or Hardman if they get a good release.
To me, the main issue is still in the trenches. Our OT's need to have a good game. If we just hold our own in the trenches we win. We have a significant edge with the skill positions.
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