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49ers defense struggles in a crucial area vs. Browns

The San Francisco 49ers suffered their first loss of the season in a 19-17 defeat to the Cleveland Browns, going home empty with the game ending on a 41-yard Jake Moody missed field goal.

The offense was the major issue on Sunday, as the 49ers were unable to capitalize on their opportunities against a staunch Cleveland defense, which led to just 17 points on the day.

On the other hand, the 49ers had a good game defending the pass, holding P.J. Walker to a 53 percent completion rate and under 200 passing yards, but the defense struggled in a crucial area: the run game.