The Niners were only behind at halftime in three out of their 17 games and unfortunately lost all three instances. Similarly, they were also trailing entering the fourth quarter in four games, and sadly lost all four of those as well. However, in games where they were either tied or leading at halftime, they had a remarkable record of 12-2. It is worth noting that one of these victories occurred in a Week 18 match that held no significance as both the Niners and Rams had chosen to rest their starters.
Wilks’ potential targets this year for a similar scenario might involve quarterbacks coach Brian Griese, who has played a significant part in the growth of Brock Purdy; Klint Kubiak, who essentially assumed Slowik’s responsibilities in 2023; and Brian Fleury, the tight ends coach who holds considerable influence over the 49ers’ running game.
Last year, during halftime of the 49ers’ games, a noteworthy observation was seeing Fleury jot down the run plays, while Kyle Shanahan quickly wrote down the pass plays.
George Odum, a safety and valuable player on special teams, was spotted wearing a blue non-contact jersey during practice the day after his practice window was opened on Wednesday. Ambry Thomas, who also missed the last game of the season due to hand surgery, joined Odum during defensive back warm-ups.
Shanahan expressed optimism about Armstead’s progress, stating that he is healing well and might join the team for practice on Friday. However, there might still be reservations about his ability to complete the upcoming game.
Kittle revealed that in 2019, we had a crucial game in Seattle, which we managed to win. He emphasized that during that game, the entire team displayed incredible focus and intensity. As a result, the subsequent week consisted of more relaxed training sessions. However, Kittle highlighted that the current day’s practice was characterized by an energetic and competitive atmosphere, with all the players giving their all at full speed.
Warner emphasizes the significance of quarterback Brock Purdy’s performance, stating that Purdy looked impressive in his first game since Week 17. Purdy had been intentionally benched in the final game of the season to ensure he had ample time to recover.
Bosa praised Purdy’s distinct approach in the current game, acknowledging that many may feel defensive when faced with critique. However, Bosa commended Purdy’s maturity and comprehension of the reasons behind on-field occurrences, highlighting the virtue in being honest. According to Bosa, Purdy is able to analyze almost every play and provide a clear explanation of what went awry.
Bosa finds it intriguing when Kyle Shanahan educates the defense about the offensive aspects of the game. He specifically focuses on the basic concepts and movements, including any minor mistakes that affect the success of the play. Bosa admires Purdy’s mature mindset and how he takes ownership of his imperfections.
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