Earlier today on The Morning Shift, Ali Mac, Mike Johnson and Beau Morgan began to preview the Atlanta Falcons matchup with the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, talked about what the Falcons defense needs to do to have success against the 49ers offense, and explained why they think Falcons safeties Xavier Watts and Jessie Bates III must take away 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy's throws up the seam.
Xavier Watts & Jessie Bates must take away Brock Purdy's throws up the seam
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - DECEMBER 29: Xavier Watts #31 of the Atlanta Falcons celebrates an interception with Jessie Bates III #3 during the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 29, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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