The fullback was an outstanding lead blocker, caught three passes (and nearly a third, for a touchdown), and I think should become the Niners’ third-down receiver until Jauan Jennings returns to the fold. » A few times a year, we see a big Juice game. If he can stay healthy (which is highly unlikely, given his history), the Niners will have a great 1-2 punch for the postseason. That’s the reason the Niners keep him around. Mitchell ran 17 times for 80 yards and a well-deserved touchdown. With Christian McCaffrey picking up a calf injury (it doesn’t seem like a big deal), Mitchell took over as the Niners’ leadback and provided no reason to give it up. » The winter equinox also marks the beginning of Elijah Mitchell season. That was the moment the Niners really took control of the game. Sam Howell forgot about that at the beginning of the fourth quarter.Ī huge pick from an All-Pro player in San Francisco territory. There’s a reason teams don’t throw his way anymore. Under no circumstances can this duo be broken up this offseason.Īiyuk had seven catches for 114 yards and a touchdown on an awesome scramble-drill play. » An elite receiver was justly leaned upon in this game by his quarterback.

If this is game management, I think every other team in the NFL would take it. (Yes, defense quality is a big difference between the two games, but you can’t divide by zero.)Īlso, Purdy set the 49ers’ single-season passing yards record in 16 games. After four interceptions, he didn’t come close to throwing one Sunday. Purdy bounced back from his career-worst game with a clean, effective, high-quality performance.

Well, this guy seems like a pretty good quarterback.

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