KC Chiefs coaches film analysis

Originally posted by thl408:
Dynamite writeup jonnydel. Not much too much to add.

KC mainly played coverage much like ARI did. That is, man on the outside with zone/spies over the middle. The difference in offensive gameplan between ARI and KC is that the 49ers didn't go spread versus KC. So we didn't see all those short curl routes over the middle that we saw versus ARI. It appears teams are very careful not to let Kap's scrambling ability beat them. Whenever KC played man coverage all around, KC would bring their LBs, who are covering the RBs, close up to the line of scrimmage at the snap of the ball. This gives the impression of a blitz, and it clogs up scrambling lanes for Kap, which is what a defense usually gives up when they play man coverage all around the field. So even though they aren't blitzing, the LBs are close to the line of scrimmage, with their eyes on their man assignment (RB), clogging scrambling lanes to discourage Kap's legs. A drawback of this is the LBs can't play the passing lanes because they are too shallow. The big Boldin catch and run (+27 yards) was an example of this.

I agree that 'food was left on the table'. There were two instances where I thought Kap could have hit some deep TD passes. In one instance he looked backside immediately after the snap. This was the near pick6 in the 1st quarter. The other was on one of the plays in the horrific offensive sequence where they were 1st & 10 on the KC 20 yard line, then went offside (-5 yards), sack (-2), read/option (-2), sack (-5). Dawson to the rescue with another 50+ yarder. I'll try to hit these.

If there was ever a game that illustrated why the 49ers need a deep WR threat, it's this one. The 49er ground game was rolling, they tried to use playaction to hit some deep throws and the separation just wasn't there in most instances. Lloyds's amazing catch was a great individual effort. He did make one catch down the sideline where he had good separation on a double move, but a speed threat on this team, from the WR position, would scare defenses silly.

In the second half, the 49er defense did an excellent job getting off the field on 3rd downs even though KC had very manageable distances. I'll try to hit these 3rd down stops.

This, the lack of a deep threat is brutal, simply because of what it would force teams to do defensively, putting them in an even worse spot.

Man was that frustrating to watch. All those completions directly over the middle of the field. Good play design by KC along with some blown coverages led to quite a maddening opening to for the 49er defense as they gave up chunk plays and numerous 3rd down conversions. They tightened it up later in the game as they were able to get off the field on 3rd downs.

Thanks for showing how Alex gets other open when he roll out while Kap is not declaring and is starting to throw more incomplete passes on roll outs. Can't wait to see your film or TH1408 on the Cox interception was he suppose to stay with Bowe?

Did 49ers change running scheme from Power to zone?

Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:

Originally posted by thl408:
Dynamite writeup jonnydel. Not much too much to add.

KC mainly played coverage much like ARI did. That is, man on the outside with zone/spies over the middle. The difference in offensive gameplan between ARI and KC is that the 49ers didn't go spread versus KC. So we didn't see all those short curl routes over the middle that we saw versus ARI. It appears teams are very careful not to let Kap's scrambling ability beat them. Whenever KC played man coverage all around, KC would bring their LBs, who are covering the RBs, close up to the line of scrimmage at the snap of the ball. This gives the impression of a blitz, and it clogs up scrambling lanes for Kap, which is what a defense usually gives up when they play man coverage all around the field. So even though they aren't blitzing, the LBs are close to the line of scrimmage, with their eyes on their man assignment (RB), clogging scrambling lanes to discourage Kap's legs. A drawback of this is the LBs can't play the passing lanes because they are too shallow. The big Boldin catch and run (+27 yards) was an example of this.

I agree that 'food was left on the table'. There were two instances where I thought Kap could have hit some deep TD passes. In one instance he looked backside immediately after the snap. This was the near pick6 in the 1st quarter. The other was on one of the plays in the horrific offensive sequence where they were 1st & 10 on the KC 20 yard line, then went offside (-5 yards), sack (-2), read/option (-2), sack (-5). Dawson to the rescue with another 50+ yarder. I'll try to hit these.

If there was ever a game that illustrated why the 49ers need a deep WR threat, it's this one. The 49er ground game was rolling, they tried to use playaction to hit some deep throws and the separation just wasn't there in most instances. Lloyds's amazing catch was a great individual effort. He did make one catch down the sideline where he had good separation on a double move, but a speed threat on this team, from the WR position, would scare defenses silly.

In the second half, the 49er defense did an excellent job getting off the field on 3rd downs even though KC had very manageable distances. I'll try to hit these 3rd down stops.

This, the lack of a deep threat is brutal, simply because of what it would force teams to do defensively, putting them in an even worse spot.

Bruce Ellington anyone? Line him up in the slot on a stright fly route and bomb it.

Originally posted by Canadian9erfan:
Bruce Ellington anyone? Line him up in the slot on a stright fly route and bomb it.

I agree! We stock pile these players and do not even play them.

Hate to say it, but I see Russell "attacking the defense" like Alex does on rollouts. It's so maddening to see CK just drift horizontally when you KNOW it's not getting completed.

Although he did make 2 incredible rollout throws against the bucs last year, but I can't remember any other time his rollout was successful.

Originally posted by thl408:

Man was that frustrating to watch. All those completions directly over the middle of the field. Good play design by KC along with some blown coverages led to quite a maddening opening to for the 49er defense as they gave up chunk plays and numerous 3rd down conversions. They tightened it up later in the game as they were able to get off the field on 3rd downs.

I'm right with you on this. After that first drive, I was like f*ck Alex is gonna go like 20-23 for about 275 and 3 td and the forum is going to blow up with Alex v kap threads.

Defense stepped up big time with some batted balls. It's scary to think where this defense is gonna be when aldon gets back and you have the opportunity to but him and lynch out there rushing the passer.

Great analysis guys! Keep em comin!

Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:

Originally posted by thl408:
Dynamite writeup jonnydel. Not much too much to add.

KC mainly played coverage much like ARI did. That is, man on the outside with zone/spies over the middle. The difference in offensive gameplan between ARI and KC is that the 49ers didn't go spread versus KC. So we didn't see all those short curl routes over the middle that we saw versus ARI. It appears teams are very careful not to let Kap's scrambling ability beat them. Whenever KC played man coverage all around, KC would bring their LBs, who are covering the RBs, close up to the line of scrimmage at the snap of the ball. This gives the impression of a blitz, and it clogs up scrambling lanes for Kap, which is what a defense usually gives up when they play man coverage all around the field. So even though they aren't blitzing, the LBs are close to the line of scrimmage, with their eyes on their man assignment (RB), clogging scrambling lanes to discourage Kap's legs. A drawback of this is the LBs can't play the passing lanes because they are too shallow. The big Boldin catch and run (+27 yards) was an example of this.

I agree that 'food was left on the table'. There were two instances where I thought Kap could have hit some deep TD passes. In one instance he looked backside immediately after the snap. This was the near pick6 in the 1st quarter. The other was on one of the plays in the horrific offensive sequence where they were 1st & 10 on the KC 20 yard line, then went offside (-5 yards), sack (-2), read/option (-2), sack (-5). Dawson to the rescue with another 50+ yarder. I'll try to hit these.

If there was ever a game that illustrated why the 49ers need a deep WR threat, it's this one. The 49er ground game was rolling, they tried to use playaction to hit some deep throws and the separation just wasn't there in most instances. Lloyds's amazing catch was a great individual effort. He did make one catch down the sideline where he had good separation on a double move, but a speed threat on this team, from the WR position, would scare defenses silly.

In the second half, the 49er defense did an excellent job getting off the field on 3rd downs even though KC had very manageable distances. I'll try to hit these 3rd down stops.

This, the lack of a deep threat is brutal, simply because of what it would force teams to do defensively, putting them in an even worse spot.

Guys, I'm right there with you. Not that I think it will happen, but the next draft should be sacrificed, if need be, for one top flight, great production, fast receiver.

I love the 2nd QTR drive that produced the TD..

that reminded me of Harbaugh's Year One, where you can tell that every playcalling was well thought of.. the ball went to about 5 different receivers.. no pistol formation, just a simple pro set..

Originally posted by Paul_Hofer:

Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:

Originally posted by thl408:

Dynamite writeup jonnydel. Not much too much to add.

KC mainly played coverage much like ARI did. That is, man on the outside with zone/spies over the middle. The difference in offensive gameplan between ARI and KC is that the 49ers didn't go spread versus KC. So we didn't see all those short curl routes over the middle that we saw versus ARI. It appears teams are very careful not to let Kap's scrambling ability beat them. Whenever KC played man coverage all around, KC would bring their LBs, who are covering the RBs, close up to the line of scrimmage at the snap of the ball. This gives the impression of a blitz, and it clogs up scrambling lanes for Kap, which is what a defense usually gives up when they play man coverage all around the field. So even though they aren't blitzing, the LBs are close to the line of scrimmage, with their eyes on their man assignment (RB), clogging scrambling lanes to discourage Kap's legs. A drawback of this is the LBs can't play the passing lanes because they are too shallow. The big Boldin catch and run (+27 yards) was an example of this.

I agree that 'food was left on the table'. There were two instances where I thought Kap could have hit some deep TD passes. In one instance he looked backside immediately after the snap. This was the near pick6 in the 1st quarter. The other was on one of the plays in the horrific offensive sequence where they were 1st & 10 on the KC 20 yard line, then went offside (-5 yards), sack (-2), read/option (-2), sack (-5). Dawson to the rescue with another 50+ yarder. I'll try to hit these.

If there was ever a game that illustrated why the 49ers need a deep WR threat, it's this one. The 49er ground game was rolling, they tried to use playaction to hit some deep throws and the separation just wasn't there in most instances. Lloyds's amazing catch was a great individual effort. He did make one catch down the sideline where he had good separation on a double move, but a speed threat on this team, from the WR position, would scare defenses silly.

In the second half, the 49er defense did an excellent job getting off the field on 3rd downs even though KC had very manageable distances. I'll try to hit these 3rd down stops.

This, the lack of a deep threat is brutal, simply because of what it would force teams to do defensively, putting them in an even worse spot.

Guys, I'm right there with you. Not that I think it will happen, but the next draft should be sacrificed, if need be, for one top flight, great production, fast receiver.

Unfortunately, that doesn't really match Baalke's draft strategy. If anything, I think he looks in FA.

JohnnyDel:
Some questions:
1. Do you see Aaron Lynch developing? Do you see progress in his play? Will he replace Skuta this year?
2. Is A. Brooks slacking or is he playing up to his abilities?
3. How is Q. Dial playing? Will he be playing LDE before the season is out?
4. Sounds like you see I. Williams playing well? Is that because he is feeling better on his ankle?
5. How is Kilgore doing? He seemed to play better against Poe than he had done against anyone else?
6. Is Lloyd going to be our "deep threat"?
7. Why is Ellington not more a part of the offense?
8. Is Vance McDonald losing his spot to Carrier?
9. How did SD tighten up its play against KC? Was it scheme, or just better individual play, or more mental toughtness?

Thanks for the information.

Originally posted by NYniner85:
Great write up as usual!

Your spot on with Boone he has looked lost in pass protection and he did as well last year. He ranked as a top 20 guard in run blocking last year, but graded out in the negative in pass blocking (-5.2) and was ranked 54th according to PFF.

I was happy to see Boone slide over to LT when Staley got hurt and even more happy to see Looney in at RG.

Originally posted by defenderDX:

Originally posted by thl408:
#4: SCTMotF!

1Q 1st & 5
KC: Packaged Play: WR screen + Inside Zone + TE quick seam route

QB will make the pre-snap reads to know which is his best option. There's the inside zone run, the WR quick screen, or the TE quick seam route. Skuta has press alignment on the WR screen so that's a no. No one is aligned over the TE Fasano. The line of scrimmage is the 17 yard line.


The inside handoff action to create a reaction from the defense as Alex makes his post snap read. Willis takes a step towards line of scrimmage to react to the handoff.


Willis reads run because the left guard has come 2 yards across the line of scrimmage to throw a block. The LG's foot is on the 15 yard line. Alex pulls the ball back and targets the TE who has space earned for him by, what is now, the fake handoff.


Fasano gain of +12.

This whole drive.. Just too easy for them.

That's one hell of a way to get Fasano open by using the decoy to jump BACK and to the left to bring Skuta with him for a second to open up Fasano more inside for 12 yards inside the RZ. It's subtle but a very effective design.