Heroes, zeros and a blitz in Monday's Jets-49ers game.
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Jordan Mason started in Christian McCaffrey's absence and showed off his agility and decisive cutting ability for 147 yards and a touchdown on 28 carries. “We saw on film him sprinting downhill like every single one of San Francisco's running backs, past and present,” Quinnen Williams said.
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The Jets' defense: no consistent pass rush (three sacks in favor of Haason Reddick), no pass defense (Brock Purdy for 231 yards), and no run defense.
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49ers kicker Jake Moody made six field goals, including a 53-yarder.
Key Stats
38:40 49ers time of possession. San Francisco controlled the clock for 38:40 with elite play-caller Kyle Shanahan confusing the Jets defense.
Quote of the Day
“We're not there yet. They beat us today. We've got to find a way to get better. Great teams will bounce back from this. That's our plan.”
— Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson
