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49ers must use glaring cheat code to reverse alarming special teams trend

The undefeated San Francisco 49ers have certainly overachieved over the first three weeks despite a slew of devastating injuries, including the latest setback of losing All-Pro defensive end Nick Bosa to a season-ending ACL tear.

While the offense and defense somehow have managed to stay ahead of the curve, the Niners' special teams crop remains a problematic work in progress.

There might be plenty to complain about regarding this unit, even in light of the not-so-surprising swap of kicker Jake Moody to Eddy Pineiro after Week 1, but let's focus on one particular area that needs a good deal of attention.