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49ers Pass Rush Questions Linger | NFL News

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The 49ers’ pass rush is their biggest worry heading into 2026—despite Nick Bosa’s return, they still lack the pressure needed to dominate quarterbacks. Last season’s dismal 20 sacks rank them dead last in the league. New interior help from Osa Odighizuwa can’t fix everything, especially with Bosa and Mykel Williams both recovering from ACL injuries and rookie Romello Height stepping into a key role. With stars like Myles Garrett racking up 23 sacks alone, the 49ers’ hopes rest on whether these players can rebound—and whether Height can make an immediate splash. Talent is there, but big questions remain about execution, health, and impact. Bosa’s return is promising, but it might not be enough to turn things around.

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On September 7th, the San Francisco 49ers are looking ahead to 2026, and one of the biggest question marks on the team is their pass. Rush. Even with Nick Bosa back in the lineup, there's still some serious doubt about whether they can generate enough pressure on opposing quarterbacks. Last season, they finished dead last in the entire league in SACS with only 20. To address this, they brought in defensive tackle Osa Odi-Gazooa to help on the interior. However, questions remain about the edge rushers. Nick Bosa and Michael Williams are both coming back from ACL injuries, and Rookie Ramello Height is stepping into a role previously held by Bryce Huff. It's hard to imagine things getting much worse than last year's 20 SACS, especially when you consider players like Miles Garrett, who plays for, the Rams had 23 SACS all by himself. The hope is that Bosa and Williams can return to their old form after their injuries, and that Height can make an immediate impact as a Rookie. The team has definitely added some talent, but the effectiveness of Odi-Gazooa and a new

system, the health of Bosa and Williams, and Height's. Potential are all big unknowns. These are real concerns that could hold the 49ers back from reaching their full potential. Ultimately, while Bosa's return is a positive step, it might not be enough to significantly boost the entire pass rush unit. The defense has potential, but these lingering questions about their ability to get to the quarterback need to be answered. NFL News Today, powered by AI bringing you what matters on Game Day.

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