The 49ers have been really bad on the road in recent years. I mean really bad. When you look at their record when travelling to the East Coast, they are even worse. Hard to imagine I know. Beating the Bengals …
In spending the week in Youngstown Ohio, the York's home town, to help tip the odds in their favor. If you were a sportbook owner, you would probably miss this nuance in predicting the outcome of the game. I mean sure the spread is currently even, click here to see the latest line, but that is largely due to a 2-1 record versus a 1-2 record.I think it is refreshing to see the York's spending money to do whatever it takes to win games - even if that means an extended road trip, hotels, and food. This is what it has historically meant to be a 49er. The team made sure its players were comfortable and thus best able to perform. If the team is returning to that type of mentality, then Jed is truly starting to make his mark on the team.
Although the Eagles do not boast a better record, they will be a very tough test this weekend. I expect the Niners to continue to learn how to use their offense, and find weapons... but what happens on the line of scrimmage and with Frank Gore in the run game will likely be the deciding factor in this match up.