Chiefs 'tricked' 49ers into costly false start on Sunday

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (17) is congratulated by quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) after scoring a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers during the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Chiefs 'tricked' 49ers into costly false start on field goal Sunday

By Sam Nestler | Last updated Oct 26, 2022 6:04 PM ET

The San Francisco 49ers had a real chance to pull off a huge turnover against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. But when the time came to kick a big field goal before the half, a false-start penalty pushed them back out of range. The end result was a missed chance and eventually, a loss.

“For us to have that false start on the field goal, I was obviously so excited because they muffed the punt the next time, but for us to have a turnover there was a real big mistake," 49ers Coach Kyle Shannahan said.

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If you watch the play, you can see the Chiefs make their move, in unison. As all of their feet switch, the 49ers get startled and cause the five-yard penalty. The play was allegedly the idea of Chiefs defensive coordinator Dave Toub.

Sam Nestler

Sam Nestler is a credentialed sports writer in Dallas, Texas. Growing up in New Jersey, Sam has been playing and following sports since he was 7 years old. Developing a love for writing in college, Sam uses his knowledge and experience to create analyses and discussions on all aspects of the game.

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