49ers: reminded me a bit of the 2000 Ravens last night [View all]
The generalities:
Serviceable quarterback, good running game, stellar defense.
The specifics:
Behind Ray Lewis the Ravens fielded perhaps one of the best defenses of all times. S.F. isn't quite at that level but they're very deep at linebacker and strong on the line anchored by pass rushers Bosa and Armstead and tackle D.J. Jones (and complemented by very good rotational backups).
The running game works because Kyle Shanahan created one that's creative, varied and unpredictable. 49ers do not feature a RB like Jamal Lewis but who they do have -- sixth round pick RB Eli Mitchell, WR Deebo Samuel, and FB Kyle Juszczyk -- are adept at finding the holes and running behind the blocking of a good offensive line.
Like Trent Dilfer, Garoppolo has been playing just good enough recently to win games. He makes a throw when he has to. Serviceable. Lucky.
Anyone else reminded of the Ravens?
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