It is a long season.Of course, there will be plenty of ups and downs along the way.
But the 2026 NFL season could not have opened any better for the 49ers last week in Australia.
The 49ers were the winners on and off the field. They completely embraced the local scene in Melbourne.
San Francisco charmed the locals, and the locals left a great impression on the organization, too.
Meanwhile, the “home team,” the Los Angeles Rams, suggested through their actions that they wanted no part of it. They showed up late and left early.
The 49ers pulled away in the second half for a 27-7 victory over the team considered the consensus favorites to win the Super Bowl.
Before we move onto Week 2, it’s time for our season premiere of 49ers Overreactions.
And away we go . . . I’m afraid Brock is going to throw lots of picks this season, but I know there’ll be lots of touchdowns, too (@Onosnoone)Overreaction? No.
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