# Rams 49ers Depth Weaknesses

> Rams and 49ers face critical depth gaps as Super Bowl contenders.
- Title: Rams 49ers Depth Weaknesses · CBS Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Rams and 49ers face critical depth gaps as Super Bowl contenders. Rams and 49ers have significant depth issues that could impact their Super Bowl odds.
- Keywords: rams, 49ers, super bowl, depth, injuries, nfl, super bowl contenders, sports, Weaknesses, CBS Sports
- Source: CBS Sports — https://cbssports.com/nfl/news/biggest-weakness-for-super-bowl-contenders-rams-49ers
- Published: 2026-09-29T17:29:17+00:00
- Read time: 2 min
- Topics: rams, 49ers, super bowl, depth, injuries, nfl, super bowl contenders, sports
## What's real in NFL?
Trying to figure out what's real and what's not is the toughest thing to do in the NFL, especially early in the season.
## Bryce Young's real performance?
Were Bryce Young's excellent first two weeks real, or now, after a bad game against the Browns, is the real Bryce Young the one we've seen most of his career?
## Top Super Bowl contenders
We're looking at the six teams with the shortest Super Bowl odds to determine their biggest weaknesses.
## Rams depth concerns
The Rams face depth issues with injuries to Myles Garrett, Puka Nacua, and Jaylen Watson.
## Rams pass rush weakness
The Rams are 29th in sack rate with inexperienced players filling roles behind Myles Garrett.
## Rams wide receiver gap
With no Puka Nacua, the Rams rely on Davante Adams with limited tight end support.
## Rams cornerback issues
Josh Wallace and Emmanuel Forbes Jr. fill in for Jaylen Watson with pass interference and picks.
## Bills turnover problem
The Bills had five turnovers in a win over the Chargers, including two interceptions by Josh Allen.
## 49ers injury concerns
The 49ers have multiple injuries including Mike Evans, Trent Williams, and Dre Greenlaw leaving early.
## Ravens defensive playmaking
The Ravens rank 23rd in sack rate and have struggled with game-changing plays in the postseason.
## Seahawks run game weakness
Seattle is 31st in rushing EPA with no explosive running back after Kenneth Walker III left.
## Chiefs wide receiver gap
The Chiefs lack a go-to outside receiver with Travis Kelce leading catches but limited outside production.
## What happens next?
The Rams and 49ers face critical depth gaps that could impact their Super Bowl odds.
## Key takeaway

Rams and 49ers have significant depth issues that could impact their Super Bowl odds.