49ers vs. Chiefs: 5 key Week 3 matchups for San Francisco

By Aaron Tan | Sep 19, 2018

KANSAS CITY, MO - AUGUST 11: Quarterback Tyler Bray #9 of the Kansas City Chiefs passes as defensive end Solomon Thomas #94 of the San Francisco 49ers defends 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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DENVER, CO – DECEMBER 31: Running back Kareem Hunt #27 of the Kansas City Chiefs breaks away for a first quarter touchdown run against the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on December 31, 2017 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images) /

No. 2: Inside Linebacker Reuben Foster vs. Running Back Kareem Hunt

In 2017, linebacker Reuben Foster and running back Kareem Hunt were just rookies trying to make their mark on the league. And they did more than that, finishing their rookie seasons being labeled as a top middle linebacker and a top running back in the league, respectively.

Both of these players have had quiet starts to their sophomore seasons, however. Foster has not even played yet due to his two-game suspension, and Hunt has amassed just 124 rushing yards through his first two games and is averaging a mediocre 3.6 yards per carry.

However, it will still be intriguing to see both of these talented players to face each other for the first time ever.

The Chiefs have developed into a passing team with Mahomes under center, but the run game has always and will always be important for any football team. This matchup will be a fine one to watch, and one that could ultimately affect the outcome of the game.