Chargers Overcome 49ers at Levi's Stadium in Week 3 Preseason Clash
The San Francisco 49ers faced a challenging game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Levi's Stadium, with the final scoreboard reading 23-12 in favor of the visitors. The home team now holds a record of 0-1, while the Chargers improve to a record of 1-0.
The San Francisco crowd witnessed their team accumulate a total of 310 yards, with an average gain of 6.2 yards per play. The offense was on the field for a total possession time of nearly twenty-five minutes and executed fifty plays throughout the game. Despite their efforts, they were only able to convert two touchdowns during this matchup.
The San Francisco rushing attack contributed significantly with an impressive average of over five yards per carry, totaling up to one hundred and twenty-five rushing yards from twenty-four attempts. One rush resulted in a touchdown from within five yards out, adding six points to their tally.
Through the air, San Francisco's passing game saw thirteen completions out of twenty-six attempts for one hundred and eighty-five passing yards. This included one touchdown pass that connected for six yards into the end zone. However, they also suffered an interception which hindered their progress.
On special teams, San Francisco attempted three kickoffs covering one hundred and eighty-four total yards; however only one resulted in a touchback. Their punt return unit managed fourteen return yards off two attempts with sixteen being their longest return on the day.
Defensively, San Francisco recorded two sacks totaling fifteen sack-yards lost for Los Angeles and applied pressure resulting in six quarterback hits overall. They also defended four passes but were unable to secure any interceptions or force any fumbles throughout this contest.
Penalties proved costly for San Francisco as they conceded fifty-five penalty-yards over six infractions which impacted their momentum at crucial times during play.
As fans look ahead after this preseason encounter at Levi's Stadium where over seventy-one thousand fans attended, they can anticipate future broadcasts featuring more from both teams as they continue preparing for the upcoming regular season games later this year.