The 49ers started the third quarter the same way they started the game, with a touchdown. An 11-play, 91-yard drive lasted more than six minutes.

Jordan Mason had a 14-yard rush, but it was Jennings who made a beautiful double move on 3rd & 5 for a 31-yard touchdown. We see the depth of the 49ers pass catchers. To me, injuries to Deebo Samuel and George Kittle could be beneficial in the long run, as it forces Kyle Shanahan to get Jennings more involved. Well, Jennings had three touchdowns and topped 100 yards passing midway through the third quarter.

We knew the Rams weren’t going to go away. To start the drive, Isaac Yiadom committed a 48-yard pass interference penalty. On 3rd & 9, Charvarius Ward gave up a first down in coverage after TuTu Atwell double caught a pass, but Ward was nowhere to be found in coverage. Rookie Renaro Green replaced Mooney, but was called for a penalty in the end zone. The Rams ran the ball in for a touchdown on the ensuing play, cutting the lead to 21-14.

Jennings made the best catch he’s made as a pro, and the Niners needed him. Purdy gave him a chance to make a play down the field, and Jennings took advantage.