2nd-and-5 at SF 26
On second down, the 49ers line up with 12 personnel in a shotgun formation, and motion Hyde outside the numbers:
The motion causes confusion between the Vikings’ inside linebackers regarding the defenders’ responsibilities for Hyde and 49ers tight end Vance McDonald:
The linebackers eventually move to their respective positions, leaving a gaping hope in the middle of the field:
Shanahan calls his popular “Slant-Flat” concept, and quarterback Brian Hoyer quickly fires the ball to wide receiver Pierre Garçon
Garçon catches the pass and heads upfield for a 10-yard reception and a 49ers first down:
Motioning Hyde outside forces the #Vikings to vacate the middle of the field. Hoyer and Garcon take advantage. #49ers pic.twitter.com/iEtTIiFTQs
— Chris Wilson (@cgawilson) August 29, 2017