Jim O'Neil and Curtis Modkins both have tall tasks ahead of them. A Week 2 matchup against the Carolina Panthers will test the San Francisco 49ers defensive and offensive coordinators, respectively. The pair of coaches met with reporters on Wednesday to discuss how they're preparing for a Cam Newton-led offense and a Luke Kuechly-led defense.
Here's what the coordinators had to say about the reigning NFC Champion Panthers as the 49ers will look to improve to 2-0.
49ers defensive coordinator Jim O'Neil
My question to you is in regards to Carolina Panthers WR Kelvin Benjamin, a big, physical wide receiver, a guy who can basically box out smaller defensive backs.