The 49ers were facing a monstrous challenge on Sunday, welcoming one of the NFL’s best defenses into Levi’s Stadium for a showdown. A group coordinated by ex-49ers defensive coordinator Vic Fangio, featuring the likes of pass rusher Khalil Mack, rookie linebacker Roquan Smith and ball-hawk Eddie Jackson, it was going to be a tall order for head coach Kyle Shanahan.
Despite the talent that the Bears feature on their playoff-bound roster, the 49ers managed to put up a tough fight at home on Sunday, falling 14-9 on the final drive of the game.