After the handshakes and smiles that come with a preseason victory, it’s time for the San Francisco 49ers to evaluate all aspects of their performance. While the team had a few standout players, one weak spot was glaringly obvious.
The offense was the well-oiled machine that fans have come to expect, but the defense showed reasons for concern. After spending so many resources to fix the defensive front this offseason, it still seems to be a major issue.
49ers' weak run defense sours preseason win over Raiders
2024 was a season to forget for the 49ers.