The San Francisco 49ers’ offensive line silenced critics with a dominant Week 1 performance against the LA Rams, providing stellar pass protection and enabling a resurgent ground game. With Connor Colby stepping up at left guard and Brock Purdy enjoying a clean pocket, the unit allowed zero sacks, just seven pressures, and powered the rushing attack to 174 yards at 5.8 yards per carry, a night-and-day turnaround from last year’s struggles. Trouble looms at tight end after Jake Tonges suffered an MCL injury while blocking Myles Garrett, casting doubt on the depth chart behind George Kittle. Can Luke Farrell and potentially Braden Willis fill the void and maintain Brock Purdy’s rhythm on critical downs? As Week 2 approaches, the impact of Tonges’ absence might be the under-the-radar storyline shaping the 49ers’ offensive identity.