Can the 49ers maintain their winning streak against the Cowboys, with Ryan Clark’s high praise? In NFL Week 4, while the red-hot 49ers were closing in on their fourth consecutive victory, prominent figures in the NFL, & as an experienced NFL Sports Analyst, break down why they’re earning such accolades.
Ryan Clark, a respected voice heaps commendation upon 49ers’ GM John Lynch and Coach Kyle Shanahan for orchestrating this impressive 4-0 start. He’s particularly enamored by Brandon Aiyuk’s prowess, noting that even when facing double coverage, Aiyuk shines.
Ryan Clark’s respected opinion
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The Red & Gold, currently boasting an undefeated 4-0 record, showcased their dominance in Week 4. Quarterback Brock Purdy connected with wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk on a sensational 42-yard pass. Ryan Clark’s admiration for the 49ers’ GM and coach is well-founded, as Aiyuk’s excellence on the field is undeniable.
BA is so dang good down field. Brandon Aiyuk had double coverage and still Purdy finds him. Clean finger tip catch too. Love how Lynch has assembled all these different pieces with unique skill sets. Shanahan finds out what they do well and kills you with it!
— Ryan Clark (@Realrclark25) October 1, 2023
“BA is so dang good down field. Brandon Aiyuk had double coverage and still Purdy finds him. Clean fingertip catch too,” Clark wrote on his social account, “Love how Lynch has assembled all these different pieces with unique skill sets. Shanahan finds out what they do well and kills you with it!”
25 YO Aiyuk did more than just one awesome play. He caught six passes for a whopping 148 yards. And not just that, he made two big catches for more than 30 yards each – one for 42 yards and another for 34 yards. But the 49ers’ success doesn’t stop at 6 ft Aiyuk’s brilliance. Aiyuk’s consistency is another highlight.
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Brandon Aiyuk’s return injects optimism into the 49ers’ week 5 showdown
In the first four weeks, Brandon Aiyuk recorded two games with over 100 yards. His Week 1 performance featured eight catches, 129 yards, and two touchdowns, and he continued to shine against the Cardinals. This season, he boasts 320 yards and two touchdowns from 17 catches in just three games, an impressive average of 18.8 yards per throw when targeted by QB Brock Purdy.
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Now, as the 49ers gear up to face the Cowboys in Week 5, they receive a boost as Aiyuk returns to action after a brief absence due to a minor shoulder injury. The Cowboys will be missing their top cornerback, Trevon Diggs, for the rest of the season, making this the perfect timing. With all these factors in play, the 49ers seem poised to extend their winning streak in the NFL.
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