One of the trademarks of the San Francisco 49ers has been their run defense, and in essence, their tackling ability. Undrafted rookie RB Thomas Rawls proved that philosophy false as he ran roughshod over the entire defense, putting up 255 all purpose yards. It is the third highest total yards from scrimmage in Seahawks history behind Steve Largent (261 yards) and Shaun Alexander (273 yards). His 209 rushing yards place him second behind Shaun Alexander (266 yards) for most rushing yards in a single game.
The 49ers defense was not only challenged on the ground, but in the air as well.