Football has made its triumphant return and Week 1 did not disappoint in delivering excitement to fans across the nation. As the season kicks off, we are here to provide you with a detailed recap of the 49ers’ divisional rivals, highlighting what impressed us, what left us wanting more, poking fun at anyone who deserves it, and then giving you a comprehensive look at how the NFC West race is taking shape. And if the 49ers find themselves in contention for the coveted No. 1 seed as the season progresses, we will also provide some seeding information to keep you informed.
This week, following the New York Jets game, there are a couple of key takeaways that cannot be overlooked. First and foremost, it is evident that the Jets boast one of the stronger defenses in the entire league. Additionally, the fact that the defense managed to limit Aaron Rodgers to just 13 points speaks volumes about their capabilities.
But perhaps the most notable aspect of the game was the performance of the defense under the guidance of Nick Sorensen. Despite Rodgers finding success at times, the improvement in the defensive unit was palpable.
As a result of the victory, the 49ers now find themselves tied for first place (although we will save the discussion of tiebreakers for another day as it is still early in the season). Let’s take a look at how the rest of the league fared in Week 1.
In the words of our esteemed analysts:
“A: That’s one of the better defenses in the league (The Jets)”
and
“B: The defense held Aaron Rodgers to 13 points.”
As we continue to dissect the action from this past week, it is clear that there will be much to discuss. Stay tuned as we break down the latest developments and keep you informed on all things NFL.