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The 49ers have officially arrived in Australia, but they’re already facing a significant problem ahead of their matchup against the Rams. Sam Okuayinonu missed the flight because of a foot injury, putting San Francisco’s defensive-end depth under the microscope.
Reporting from Brisbane, David Lombardi breaks down the 49ers’ current situation at edge rusher, the potential for rookie Vincent Anthony Jr. to see early action and how Raheem Morris could adjust his defensive scheme to compensate for the injuries.
Plus, come along for the 14-hour journey across the Pacific—from the meals and lay-flat seats to battling jet lag after landing. Could the 49ers’ earlier arrival give them an acclimation advantage over the Rams?
Timestamps:
0:00 - Greetings from the future: Landing in Australia
0:54 - Sam Okuayinonu injury creates a defensive-end problem
1:31 - Breaking down the 49ers’ active edge rushers
2:57 - Could rookie Vincent Anthony Jr. see early action?
4:01 - Vlogging the 14-hour flight: Meals, melatonin and lay-flat seats
6:22 - Touchdown in Brisbane: First impressions and jet lag
7:30 - Examining last season’s pass-rush struggles
8:40 - How Osa Odighizuwa changes the interior pass rush
10:10 - Raheem Morris’ defense: 3-4 looks and linebacker blitzes
11:42 - Exploring Australia’s Mangrove Boardwalk
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