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on that 4th and 1 play (and earlier zone read conversion) by jt

in the SF scheme, the OLB has the qb on zone read. The chiefs hadn't shown that this year, so the first one is understandable. The second one, however, was frustrating for the defense, in particular Nick Bosa; there is a still frame shot of him in pursuit on the play, with his arms up on each side as if to say, "where the fuck were you" to the OLB.

The OLB who was responsible? The backup to Dre Greenlaw, who left with an injury (and the drop off is substantial). It just goes to show that you are only as strong as your weakest link.

Also, Jon Feliciano has been the starting right guard for SF and he went down with an injury later in the game. On the final offensive play for the night for SF, the protection call was "man" which means the guard to each side has the first DL and the tackle has the second to "space" (meaning if there is no DL, he blocks the first guy who shows outside). The first DL happened to be Chris Jones, and Spencer Burford (the replacement) went inside instead of blocking him and the tackle kicked out. Nobody blocked Jones, so even though 3 guys (BA, Kittle, and Jennings) ended up open, Jones crashed in and disrupted the play and Purdy didn't have time.

(edit: play at the link)

Again, only as strong as your depth. It can be the difference between winning and losing a super bowl.