49ers dominant after Bye week under head coach Kyle Shanahan

The 49ers' rocky first eight weeks left them with a 4-4 record going into their Bye week, raising doubts about their playoff aspirations.

With their record at .500, the 49ers face a daunting task ahead, needing to secure at least six wins in their remaining nine games.

The team's struggles included poor red zone efficiency, inconsistent defense, and problems closing out games, exposing their thin margin for error.

Historically, the 49ers have thrived after their Bye week under Shanahan, providing a glimmer of hope for their playoff ambitions in the second half.

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