49ers Acquire Edge Rusher Chase Young; Set to Debut Against Surging Jaguars in Heated NFL Matchup

Chase Young joins San Francisco 49ers to boost stagnant pass rush, while surging Jaguars rely on defensive prowess in upcoming matchup.

The 49ers acquired defensive end Chase Young from the Washington Commanders in an effort to boost their stagnant pass rush. Young has five sacks in seven games this season and is tied for eighth in the league with 38 quarterback pressures.
The Jaguars, currently on a five-game winning streak, will be taking an 'educated guess' into their game against the 49ers due to uncertainties around how Young will fit into the 49ers' scheme.
Jacksonville's defense has been instrumental in its recent success, allowing only 16.2 points a game during its winning streak. Its offense, led by quarterback Trevor Lawrence, is also focusing on reducing turnovers and improving productivity in short-yardage situations and in the red zone.
The 49ers' other key player, All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey, continues to show exceptional performance, scoring at record-setting pace this season. He'll be up against the Jaguars' strong defense which ranks third in the NFL against the run.
San Francisco also hopes to bounce back with the return of receiver Deebo Samuel from a shoulder injury and potential changes in defensive strategy as defensive coordinator Steve Wilks moves from the booth to the field.