49ers film room: First-team defense vs. the Chiefs' starting offense

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KANSAS CITY, MO – AUGUST 11: Quarterback Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs is sacked by outside linebacker Aaron Lynch #59 of the San Francisco 49ers during the preseason game at Arrowhead Stadium on August 11, 2017 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images) /

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The Chiefs are in 21 personnel, in an unbalanced bunch formation. The 49ers’ defensive ends switch roles, with Tank Carradine lined up in a wide-9 technique against the Chiefs left tackle:

Smith throws the quick screen to fullback Anthony Sherman, who has two blockers in front of him.

However, Carradine and linebacker NaVorro Bowman read the play and come in pursuit:

Carradine reaches the fullback first, and Bowman assists with the tackle after a short gain:

49ers film room: First-team defense vs. Chiefs starting offense

By Chris Wilson | Aug 15, 2017

2nd-and-10 at SF 43