Richard Jefferson’s explanation of the Celebrity All-Star Game regulations included a stray jab at the 49ers.
Although the Super Bowl has passed, the 49ers are still gathering stragglers from all corners of the sports media. After San Francisco’s startling decision to take the ball first in overtime, which resulted in a field goal and the Chiefs marched down the field for the game-winning score, many 49ers players openly stated that they were unfamiliar with the overtime plan.
Niners defensive lineman Arik Armstead said, in a quote obtained by the Athletic, “I didn’t even know about the new playoff overtime rule. It was a surprise to me. I didn’t know what was going on, in terms of that. They put it on the scoreboard and everyone was thinking, even if you score, they get a chance still.”
Niners defensive lineman Arik Armstead said, in a quote obtained by the Athletic, “I didn’t even know about the new playoff overtime rule. It was a surprise to me. I didn’t know what was going on, in terms of that. They put it on the scoreboard and everyone was thinking, even if you score, they get a chance still.”
“You know what? I didn’t even realize the playoff rules were different in overtime. I assume you just want the ball to score a touchdown and win. I guess that’s not the case. I don’t totally know the strategy there. We hadn’t talked about it, no,” fullback Kyle Juszczyk said in a quote obtained by ESPN.
The player’s lack of understanding of the new NFL playoff overtime rules changed in 2022, is an indictment on the preparation of the 49ers coaching staff. This fact hasn’t been lost on sports fans and former athletes alike, which led to Richard Jefferson savagely shading Kyle Shanahan and the 49ers in response to a rule that was explained during the NBA Celebrity All-Star game.
"If you don't know the rules, it can be very detrimental. Just ask the 49ers."
—Richard Jefferson 😅pic.twitter.com/AZLBRvjF8e
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) February 17, 2024
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