The 49ers’ offensive calling card is their ability to throw such a variety of pitches at the opposing defense that the opposing defense can’t quite play as fast as it wants or needs to keep up with San Francisco’s glut of playmakers. Head coach Kyle Shanahan’s ability to understand what defenses want to do against particular looks, and then design play calls to combat those defensive calls is why the 49ers are able to stay ahead of the league on offense.
