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In a disappointing game for the San Francisco 49ers, kicker Jake Moody suffered a high right ankle sprain while attempting to tackle during a kick return. This injury forced the 49ers to play without their kicker for the final 35 minutes of the game, leading to a narrow loss against the Arizona Cardinals. The 49ers struggled offensively, failing to score in the second half and missing opportunities in the red zone. With a record of 2-3, the team faces challenges as they prepare for a Thursday night game against the Seattle Seahawks.
- Jake Moody's injury significantly impacted the 49ers' game strategy and performance.
- The 49ers have struggled in the red zone this season, ranking 30th in red zone efficiency.
- Christian McCaffrey's absence due to injury is felt heavily in the team's offensive struggles.
Jake Moody | K
Injury
Week 5
- Moody suffered a high ankle sprain while attempting a tackle on a kick return.
- The injury forced the 49ers to play without a kicker for the majority of the game.
Christian McCaffrey | RB
Injury
Week 5
- McCaffrey's absence due to Achilles tendonitis has contributed to the team's red zone struggles.
- He was a key player last season, tying for the league lead in touchdowns from scrimmage.
Brock Purdy | QB
Week 5
- Purdy acknowledged the need for improvement in the red zone and overall offensive execution.
- He expressed the team's mindset to be more aggressive in scoring situations.
San Francisco 49ers
- The 49ers dropped to 2-3 on the season and are struggling in the NFC West.
- They need to address their red zone inefficiency and find a replacement kicker quickly.
Arizona Cardinals
- The Cardinals capitalized on the 49ers' mistakes and secured a comeback victory.
- They managed to score 24 points, overcoming a 13-point deficit.