The San Francisco 49ers are gearing up for a Week 17 matchup at Levi’s Stadium against the NFC-leading Detroit Lions, aiming to finish the season strong after a challenging year.
With their playoff hopes now gone, the 49ers are looking for answers and hoping to build momentum as they head into the offseason.
San Francisco’s offense ranks eighth in the NFL, averaging 365.7 yards per game, led by the seventh-best passing attack (235.7 yards per game) and the 11th-ranked rushing offense (130 yards per game). However, they face a Lions defense that ranks fourth against the run, allowing just 98.5 yards per game, but struggles against the pass, ranking 27th and giving up 240.4 yards per game.
Let’s take a look at the 49ers players who are most likely to score the team’s first points… and more… in their game against the Lions:
• Kicker Jake Moody: Leading the team in scoring with 94 points this season, Moody has made 23 field goals and 25 PATs. However, he has been inconsistent on kicks over 40 yards, converting only 76.7% of his attempts. If the offense stalls early, Moody could be the first to score.
• Tight end George Kittle: A reliable target since 2017, Kittle has 48 points this season with eight touchdowns. His ability to generate yards after the catch makes him a constant threat against Detroit’s weak secondary.
• Receiver Jauan Jennings: In the absence of Brandon Aiyuk, Jennings has 36 points this season with six touchdowns and could play a crucial role in the passing game.
Getting their key players involved early will be vital for San Francisco as they take on a conference leader and seek to demonstrate their resilience in the season’s final stretch. A strong showing against Detroit could not only boost morale heading into the offseason but also lay the groundwork for the team to regain its competitive
edge in 2025.
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