49ers Week 1 Win Camouflaged One Major Weakness on Defense
Summary
Hosts Brian Peacock and Eric Crocker analyze the 49ers' Week 1 loss to the Rams, highlighting a glaring weakness in the defensive line against the run. They debate whether it is too early to pursue trade options for interior linemen, noting that CJ West and rookies like Grayson Halton struggled to anchor the front. The episode also reviews strong performances from safety Ronnie Hightower and linebacker Fred Warner, while assessing the early impact of rookie wide receiver Mike Evans and the limited role for DeJion Strike.
Topics discussed
Intro and Dell XPS sponsorship
Locked On NFL promo and episode intro
Is it too early to discuss trade deadline?
Film review: 49ers run defense vs Rams
Interior D-line personnel and CJ West analysis
Trade market outlook for defensive line
Roster decisions for interior defensive line
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Film review: Romello Hafley and pass rush
Film review: Safety Jalen Dugger and Warner
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Rookie Romello Hafley: Style and effort
Rookie Jaden Dugger and Fred Warner impact
Mike Evans: Slot role and physicality
Dejion Strikeing usage and WR depth
Outro and 5 Hour Energy ad
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