49ers’ game review vs. Saints: A great start ... and then nothing
Nov 15, 2020 at 6:40 PM
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The 49ers needed to get a few breaks and play nearly flawlessly Sunday to beat the Saints. They got the former — the Saints' muffed punt was a key part of their stellar first quarter — and New Orleans' offense became nearly inert after Jameis Winston replaced Drew Brees. But the 49ers, as currently constructed, may not beat the Jets if they commit four turnovers. It wasn't going to happen against New Orleans.
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