What happened: The San Francisco 49ers logged a The heavy ground workload came against a Las Vegas defense allowing an NFL-worst 151.2 rushing yards per game.
Why it matters: San Francisco improved to 7-1 to maintain the top seed in the NFC through eight games. The matchup profile remains favorable for the ground attack, with the Raiders and the 4-5 Dallas Cowboys representing the league's two worst run defenses by yardage.
By the numbers: The 49ers posted 190 rushing yards on 43 carries against Las Vegas, which allows 151.2 rushing yards per contest. Dallas enters conceding 147.4 rushing yards per game, the second-highest mark in the league.
What to watch: The 7-1 49ers next face the 4-5 Cowboys, who enter following a 27-23 road victory against the Indianapolis Colts.