Football Outsiders Take On The 49ers "Winning Formula"
We take a look at the 49ers formula for success thus far in 2011.
| Final - 10.2.2011 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco 49ers | 0 | 3 | 14 | 7 | 24 |
| Philadelphia Eagles | 7 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 23 |
We take a look at the 49ers formula for success thus far in 2011.
We break down some of Alex Smith's comments to the media about cutting down the turnovers and performing well against blitzes.
We take a look at news that Frank Gore's ankle is better and what Kendall Hunter could contribute in the offense.
What's wrong with the Eagles defense? It's the question that has been lingering since the opener in St. Louis and still doesn't have an answer.
Tuesday, October 4th, 2011 edition of the Golden Nuggets, a daily compilation of San Francisco 49ers links from around the web.
We break down 49ers QB Colin Kaepernick's single play NFL debut on Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Jim Harbaugh gave up his seat in first class to guard Jonathan Goodwin to sit in coach with the team as the San Francisco 49ers beat the Philadelphia Eagles.
We take a look at what 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh might address in his Monday press conference and provide a live stream with which to view it.
A video of the Eagles' Ronnie Brown and his fumble at the goal line against the 49ers.
Philadelphia reporter Howard Eskin claimed he'd ride a bike to San Francisco from Philadelphia if the 49ers beat the Eagles on Sunday. They did.
We take a look at 49ers DE Justin Smith's forced fumble, which effectively ended the Eagles chance at victory.
The San Francisco 49ers ended up securing victory against the Philadelphia Eagles when Justin Smith forced a fumble on Jeremy Maclin and Dashon Goldson recovered the ball.
| FINAL | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | 0 | 3 | 14 | 7 | 24 |
| Philadelphia | 7 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 23 |
| Scoring Drives |
|---|
| Quarter 1 |
| 4:08 left: Philadelphia Touchdown - 16-yard pass from Michael Vick to Clay Harbor. (Alex Henery extra point is good). 6 plays, 76 yds, 3:28 min. |
| 4:08 left: Alex Henery extra point is good. 6 plays, 76 yds, 3:28 min. |
| Quarter 2 |
| 14:22 left: San Francisco Field Goal - 37-yarder by David Akers. 9 plays, 57 yds, 4:46 min. |
| 12:08 left: Philadelphia Field Goal - 32-yarder by Alex Henery. 6 plays, 66 yds, 2:14 min. |
| 1:52 left: Philadelphia Field Goal - 32-yarder by Alex Henery. 10 plays, 56 yds, 4:08 min. |
| 0:38 left: Philadelphia Touchdown - 5-yard pass from Michael Vick to LeSean McCoy. (Alex Henery extra point is good). 5 plays, 23 yds, 0:54 min. |
| 0:38 left: Alex Henery extra point is good. 5 plays, 23 yds, 0:54 min. |
| Quarter 3 |
| 9:30 left: Philadelphia Field Goal - 33-yarder by Alex Henery. 5 plays, 25 yds, 2:14 min. |
| 7:20 left: San Francisco Touchdown - 30-yard pass from Alex Smith to Josh Morgan. (David Akers extra point is good). 4 plays, 80 yds, 2:10 min. |
| 7:20 left: David Akers extra point is good. 4 plays, 80 yds, 2:10 min. |
| 2:58 left: San Francisco Touchdown - 9-yard pass from Alex Smith to Vernon Davis. (David Akers extra point is good). 5 plays, 77 yds, 2:32 min. |
| 2:58 left: David Akers extra point is good. 5 plays, 77 yds, 2:32 min. |
| Quarter 4 |
| 3:00 left: San Francisco Touchdown - 12-yard run by Frank Gore. (David Akers extra point is good). 8 plays, 77 yds, 3:28 min. |
| 3:00 left: David Akers extra point is good. 8 plays, 77 yds, 3:28 min. |
| Team statistics | San Francisco | Philadelphia |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards Average Plays | 442 7.2 61 | 513 7.5 68 |
| Time of Possession | 28:52 | 31:08 |
| First Downs Run Pass Penalty | 22 9 11 2 | 23 5 18 0 |
| Third Down Conversions | 5-12-42% | 5-13-38% |
| Fourth Down Conversions | 0-0-0% | 0-0-0% |
| Passing Yards Completions-Attempts Average Interceptions-Yards Sacks-Yards Lost | 278 21-33 7.7 0-0 3-13 | 405 30-46 8.4 1-27 2-11 |
| Rushing Yards Attempts Average | 164 25 6.6 | 108 20 5.4 |
| Return Yards Punt returns-Yards Kickoff returns-Yards | 96 2-6 4-90 | 37 1--3 2-40 |
| Turnovers Fumbles-Lost Interceptions-Yards | 1 2-1 0-0 | 3 2-2 1-27 |
| Penalties-Yards | 5-40 | 5-55 |
| Punts-Average (Net Avg.) | 4-49.5 (45.3) | 2-43.5 (46.5) |
| Tackles Solo Assists | 48 46 2 | 48 42 6 |