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[Chief X_Phackter]

Originally Posted by sevier2

Smith had 55 attempts in his first game back after 2 years and a brutal injury.

I understand we were down early and had to throw, but you can't expect an older guy to hold up after not playing for so long.

Alex Smith held up fine. Not much more he could have done in my opinion other than start faster, but that's not all on him. This one was all on the D...

[sevier2]

Originally Posted by Chief X_Phackter

Alex Smith held up fine. Not much more he could have done in my opinion other than start faster, but that's not all on him. This one was all on the D...

I agree, the defense has looked ineffective lately.

I just felt like they put a lot on Alex’s plate/didn’t really do much to help him transition back after such a long time between starts.

He’s a pro though so I guess it comes with the job.