With a 7-point advantage, the 49ers are heavily favored in this game, implying much more of a focus on running than their normal game plan.Given their underlying traits and matchup dynamics, the predictive model expects the 49ers to run on 47.4% of their downs: the 5th-highest clip on the slate this week.In regards to executing run-blocking assignments (and the impact it has on all ground game stats), the offensive line of the 49ers ranks as the 7th-best in the league last year.Brock Purdy has rushed for a lot more yards per game (12.0) this year than he did last year (3.0).Brock Purdy's rushing effectiveness has gotten better this season, totaling 5.24 adjusted yards-per-carry vs a measly 2.11 mark last season.
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