The Cowboys have been looking forward to this matchup ever since they lost to the 49ers a season ago in the playoffs. Even with a new signal-caller at quarterback, San Francisco still presents problems for the Dallas defense.
Because in the eyes of Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn, this contest will feature a face off of mad scientists. 49ers head coach and play caller Kyle Shanahan stands opposite Quinn, who was Shanahan’s boss when they coached together with the Atlanta Falcons. The Niners offense will threaten; the Cowboys defense will stage their counterattack. Rinse, repeat, diagnose, adjust.