Saints Vs. 49ers: Alex Smith Overthrows Frank Gore In The Flat, Squelching Niners’ First Scoring Opportunity

And this grizzly fellow was just starting to get so chipper. Sadly, the 49ers botched what was looking to be their first scoring drive when Alex Smith, with the ball on the Saints’ 27, overthrew running back on a simple throw to the flat. The pass was intercepted by Saints strong safety Roman Harper.

The Niners defense was able to keep the Saints from taking further advantage, however, forcing a punt after one New Orleans first down. Still, with already one flubbed snap that led to a safety and a costly interception, the 49ers mistakes are piling up early.