49ers earn strong offensive grades in Week 2 win over Dolphins

San Francisco defeated the Miami Dolphins by 22 points in Week 2, prompting a detailed grading of each position group. Quarterback Brock Purdy earned an A+ for leading the league in EPA per play, posting a 91% target rate and effectively using his mobility. The running backs received a C+, with Christian McCaffrey performing well but overall volume lower than the previous week. Tight ends were graded A, highlighted by Luke Farrell’s blocking and George Kittle’s continued playmaking ability.

Wide receivers were given a B-, noting a drop-off in production after Demarcus Robinson and concerns about Deebo Samuel’s route-running consistency. The offensive line earned a B-, with Trent Williams praised for his technique despite occasional lapses in pass protection. On defense, the line received a B+, driven by Nick Bosa’s pressure and contributions from Gracen Halton, while the linebacker unit was graded C+ due to mixed performances from Fred Warner and others. The secondary earned a B for limiting big plays, and special teams were rated C+ after modest punt results.

Coach Kyle Shanahan was awarded an A+ for his game plan, which mixed early short throws with increasingly aggressive play-calling, while defensive coordinator Raheem Morris also received high marks for adapting his blitz packages and maximizing player strengths.