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.When it comes to the safeties' role in defending against the run, Seattle's unit has been dreadful this year, ranking as the 4th-worst in the league. in the league.
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