Analyzing the Offensive Line: Who's Getting Their QB Killed?

When the 49ers drafted Anthony Davis in the first round, it was supposed to fix a perennial problem. Joe Staley has proven to be an adequate left tackle, but San Francisco has struggled to find a right tackle who can pass block. Adam Snyder, the team's right tackle for most of last year, gave up 11.5 sacks.

So the 49ers turned to Davis to fix the problem even if the scouting reports coming out of college suggested that he might need a pretty lengthy transition to the pro game. Three weeks into the season, it's been an extremely rocky transition. Davis struggled extensively against Tamba Hali and the Chiefs last week giving up two sacks. He also gave up a pair of sacks against the Seahawks, which explains why he ranks worst in sacks allowed among all NFL offensive linemen three weeks into the season.

If there is any good news for San Francisco (and Alex Smith), it appears Davis' problems are more of technique than lack of ability. On two of his sacks, he was caught leaning forward and lunging, which left him vulnerable to speed rushes when he failed to apply a proper pop.

 

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