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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) throws a pass during the first quarter Washington Commanders at Levi's Stadium. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
The 49ers have looked like the best team in the NFL so far this season, but Sunday’s trip to Atlanta has all the makings of a trap game.
San Francisco has barely had to travel since returning from Australia following its season opener, playing four of its last five games at home and making only a short trip north up to Seattle.
Now, the 49ers must travel across the country on a short week after narrowly escaping the Commanders in Santa Clara on Monday night.
That 23-17 victory also exposed some potential problems for San Francisco’s offense.
The 49ers jumped out to a 20-3 halftime lead but managed just three points after the break, with their offense sputtering following Mike Evans’ departure with an Achilles injury.
San Francisco averaged 9.3 yards per play with Evans on the field, compared to…