Through 14 games, the San Francisco 49ers have given up an average of 31 points per game, and they have already allowed 47 more points than they did all of last season.
Check out how their defense stacks up to the rest of the league in other key statistical categories.
| Category | Value | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Adjusted Defensive NEP Per Play | 0.15 | 29th |
| Adjusted Defensive Passing NEP Per Play | 0.22 | 28th |
| Adjusted Defensive Rushing NEP Per Play | 0.08 | 30th |
| Yards Allowed/Game | 6.1 | 32nd |
| First Downs Allowed/Game | 23.4 | 32nd |
| Interceptions | 8 | T-23rd |
| Sacks | 27 | T-22nd |
With just two games left to play, San Fran is on pace to allow a whopping 496 points this season, which would be the fourth-most of any team in history. They will get a good chance to slow that pace during a Week 16 rematch with the Los Angeles Rams, a squad they blanked in Week 1 for their only win of this season. Not only was it the Niners' lone victory, but it was also their only time holding an opponent below 23 points.