Jose Sanchez III

United States

Deputy Editor, 49ers at Sports Illustrated

Deputy Editor covering the San Francisco 49ers @All49ersFN for SI | 🇲🇽

Articles

Why the 49ers Need to Manage Christian McCaffrey Better

Nov 16, 2024 | lastwordonsports.com | Jose Sanchez III

Week 10 was a hard-earned win for the San Francisco 49ers against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. It was a game that was more difficult than it needed to be. The bright side is that Christian McCaffrey made his debut and looked like his normal elite self. McCaffrey totaled 107 yards on 19 touches, recording 68 of his yards through the air, including 35 yards after the catch. He had a pretty strong game, to say the least. However, as strong of a performance as it was, it was just as concerning of one.
One Area the 49ers Have to Improve on Defensively to be Well-Rounded

Nov 9, 2024 | lastwordonsports.com | Jose Sanchez III

Refreshed and recharged. That is how the San Francisco 49ers should be feeling as they emerge from their Bye week. It was a perfect time to step away so that they could lock in for their second half of the season push. However, it is also some time for them to reflect on where they can improve. When it comes to the 49ers defense, there is one area that it has to specifically improve on and it must be evident against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Four 49ers That Need to Step Up After the Bye Week

Nov 9, 2024 | lastwordonsports.com | Jose Sanchez III

The bye week arrived at the perfect time for the San Francisco 49ers. It is always a tremendous benefit when a team can regroup at the midway point of the season. That goes a long way, especially for a playoff-contending team like the 49ers. All of their focus will be to improve their 4-4 record as they muster their playoff push. However, four 49ers players need to step up when they emerge from the Bye week.
One 49ers Player who can Shrink the Hole Left by Brandon Aiyuk

Oct 24, 2024 | lastwordonsports.com | Jose Sanchez III |Jose Sanchez

More than one loss was taken by the San Francisco 49ers against the Kansas City Chiefs. All-Pro wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk tore his ACL and MCL in that game. He will miss the remainder of the 2024 season. Aiyuk’s numbers have been underwhelming this season, but he was still an impactful player. Defenses would game plan around him despite his low numbers. Filling the hole left by Aiyuk will be impossible for the 49ers.
KC Chiefs vs. SF 49ers: 5 Questions and Week 7 Matchup Prediction

Oct 18, 2024 | si.com | Jordan Foote |Jose Sanchez III

The bye week is a thing of the past, and the Kansas City Chiefs are getting a major test right out of the gate in the second half of their 2024-25 season. For Week 7, the reigning champions are heading west to square off against the same club they faced earlier this calendar year in Super Bowl LVIII. The San Francisco 49ers, off to a 3-3 start to the year, are in desperate need of a victory for momentum and surely want to get some revenge in the process.
49ers Rookie Will be the Difference Maker in Defeating the Chiefs

Oct 18, 2024 | lastwordonsports.com | Jose Sanchez III

Chaos will be unleashed in Week 7 when the San Francisco 49ers face the Kansas City Chiefs. It is a rematch of Super Bowl LVIII that occurred eight months ago. The 49ers suffered a heartbreaking loss against the Chiefs that they’ll want to avenge. The stakes aren’t the same, but there is a mental hurdle the 49ers must overcome. Kansas City has owned the 49ers since 2018, so a win will be huge for their psyche. Achieving victory is easier said than done against the Chiefs.
KC Chiefs vs. SF 49ers: 5 Questions and Week 7 Matchup Prediction

Oct 18, 2024 | yardbarker.com | Jose Sanchez III

The bye week is a thing of the past, and the Kansas City Chiefs are getting a major test right out of the gate in the second half of their 2024-25 season. For Week 7, the reigning champions are heading west to square off against the same club they faced earlier this calendar year in Super Bowl LVIII. The San Francisco 49ers, off to a 3-3 start to the year, are in desperate need of a victory for momentum and surely want to get some revenge in the process.
How the 49ers' Defense Needs to Play Against Patrick Mahomes

Oct 17, 2024 | lastwordonsports.com | Jose Sanchez III

Not too many teams get a chance at revenge the ensuing season following a Super Bowl loss. Well, that is exactly what the San Francisco 49ers are getting in Week 7. They have a prime opportunity to exact revenge against the Kansas City Chiefs for their heartbreak eight months ago. However, it isn’t going to be easy. The Chiefs are an undefeated juggernaut right now despite numerous key injuries. It hasn’t caused them to slow down. One reason for that is because of quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
What the 49ers' Defense Needs to Plan for Against the Chiefs

Oct 15, 2024 | lastwordonsports.com | Jose Sanchez III

The rematch of Super Bowl LVIII is finally here for the San Francisco 49ers. They will play host to the dreamkilling Kansas City Chiefs in Week 7. A lot is at stake for the 49ers in this game despite it being a regular season game. They can clear the mental hurdle that the Chiefs have on them with a win. It will also mean they will have a winning record for the first time since Week 1. However, defeating the Chiefs will not be attainable if the 49ers’ defense doesn’t prepare well against one aspect.
How the 49ers Can Improve Their Offensive Red Zone Efficiency

Oct 5, 2024 | lastwordonsports.com | Jose Sanchez III

Getting into the red zone is fairly easy for the San Francisco 49ers. Their offense has the talent and the amazing play calling from head coach Kyle Shanahan to get them there at will. However, the 49ers’ offense hasn’t capitalized on their red zone opportunities. They are scoring touchdowns at a 50 percent rate, a far cry from their 68 percent rate last season. Too many field goals are being settled by the 49ers’ offense.