Deebo Samuel carted off as Brock Purdy, 49ers dominate Bucs: Is Tampa Bay done?
2 years ago

Deebo Samuel carted off as Brock Purdy, 49ers dominate Bucs: Is Tampa Bay done?

New York Times  

By Larry Holder, David Lombardi and Matt Barrows San Francisco star Deebo Samuel was carted off the field in the second quarter of the 49ers’ 35-7 win against the Buccaneers on Sunday with a left ankle sprain that coach Kyle Shanahan said is “most likely” a high-ankle sprain. San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy — playing in place of the injured Jimmy Garoppolo — went 16-of-21 passing for 185 yards and two touchdowns in his first NFL start, with one rushing touchdown. Purdy, who relieved Garoppolo in Week 13 after he sustained a foot injury, went 25-of-37 passing for 210 yards with two touchdowns and one interception in San Francisco’s win over the Dolphins. — Barrows GO DEEPER Brock Purdy's revelatory debut as 49ers' QB1 49ers defense dominates Brady entered Levi’s Stadium with a bounce in his step.

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NFL quarterback's long-term fate revealed after being ruled out of Sunday showdown
4 weeks, 1 day ago

NFL quarterback's long-term fate revealed after being ruled out of Sunday showdown

Daily Mail  

The San Francisco 49ers believe Brock Purdy will return next Sunday for their huge game against Buffalo Bills. They face the Packers tied second in the NFC West alongside Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams, meaning Purdy's absence comes at a terrible time for last season's Super Bowl runners-up. According to Adam Schefter on Sunday morning, San Francisco believe Purdy …

Geno Smith’s late TD run leads the Seahawks past the 49ers 20-17
1 month ago

Geno Smith’s late TD run leads the Seahawks past the 49ers 20-17

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Geno Smith scampered past the tired San Francisco defense for the go-ahead score in the closing seconds and struck the iconic Stephen Curry “night night” pose. Smith capped the 80-yard drive with a 13-yard scramble with 12 seconds remaining, giving the Seahawks their second win in seven games with a 20-17 victory over the 49ers on …

Purdy’s big 4th quarter helps the 49ers overcome their mistakes and beat the Bucs
1 month, 1 week ago

Purdy’s big 4th quarter helps the 49ers overcome their mistakes and beat the Bucs

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The mistakes kept piling up for the San Francisco 49ers thanks to a slew of special teams blunders, key defensive penalties and missed opportunities to put the Tampa Bay Buccaneers away early. But when the 49ers needed it most on Sunday, Brock Purdy made enough big plays in the fourth quarter to deliver San Francisco a …

Jake Moody’s game-winning FG coats early miscues in 49ers’ win vs. Buccaneers: Key takeaways
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jake Moody’s game-winning FG coats early miscues in 49ers’ win vs. Buccaneers: Key takeaways

New York Times  

It was an up-and-down day for kicker Jake Moody in his return to action for San Francisco but his 44-yard field goal as time expired lifted the 49ers to a 23-20 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Special teams issues return Moody’s 44-yard field goal as time expired gave the 49ers the win, but that’s not to say he had …

49ers, Jake Moody deliver wobbly win but team is still trying to find its dominant self
1 month, 2 weeks ago

49ers, Jake Moody deliver wobbly win but team is still trying to find its dominant self

New York Times  

TAMPA, Fla. — George Kittle didn’t watch. I’ll talk to Moody, and we’ll get past it.” GO DEEPER Deebo Samuel swipes at 49ers long snapper’s throat after Moody missed FG Pepper, meanwhile, said the kicking battery didn’t need any outside help. It’s part of being a specialist — sometimes it’s feast or famine.” Said Moody of Pepper: “He had my …

Buccaneers and 49ers are aiming to shrug off so-so starts and make strong second-half runs
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Buccaneers and 49ers are aiming to shrug off so-so starts and make strong second-half runs

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Baker Mayfield says he would gladly sacrifice some personal success for a few more victories. “So it’s about winning for me.” The 49ers, who are coming off a bye and activated star running back Christian McCaffery from injured reserve on Saturday, are looking to win consecutive games for the first time this season. “He’s one of the …

Tom Brady issues glowing verdict of NFL quarterback
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Tom Brady issues glowing verdict of NFL quarterback

Daily Mail  

NFL legend and current Fox Sports commentator Tom Brady has issued a glowing review of San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy. Purdy has been the 49ers starting quarterback since midway through the 2022, when injuries to Trey Lance and Jimmy Garoppolo forced the team's hand. San Francisco is 4-4 and not currently in a playoff spot at the NFL regular …

49ers Dominate Seahawks, Move Up in NFC West Race
2 months, 1 week ago

49ers Dominate Seahawks, Move Up in NFC West Race

Associated Press  

The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Seattle Seahawks 36-24 in a thrilling matchup. Deebo Samuel shone with 255 yards and 3 touchdowns, leading the Niners to a resounding victory. Brock Purdy threw for 255 yards and three touchdowns, showcasing his dual threat as a passer and runner. The 49ers dominated the game from start to finish, showcasing their offensive prowess …

Brock Purdy touts his wheels, flashes deep ball as 49ers’ stabilizing force against Patriots
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Brock Purdy touts his wheels, flashes deep ball as 49ers’ stabilizing force against Patriots

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy is no braggart. But following Sunday’s 30-13 win over the New England Patriots, the San Francisco 49ers quarterback did state that his 10-yard split coming out of college was faster than Deebo Samuel’s and Christian McCaffrey’s. San Francisco had a chance to put the Patriots away for good early in the fourth quarter when …

Aaron Rodgers and the Jets provide a good early test for the new-look 49ers defense
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers and the Jets provide a good early test for the new-look 49ers defense

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Coach Kyle Shanahan made some big changes to the San Francisco defense this offseason in hopes of getting the 49ers back to the dominant level it had in 2021 and ’22. New coordinator Nick Sorensen’s new unit gets its first real test on Monday night with a very challenging opponent as the Niners will go up …

Former USC star Sam Darnold has backup plan with the 49ers ahead of Super Bowl LVIII
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Former USC star Sam Darnold has backup plan with the 49ers ahead of Super Bowl LVIII

LA Times  

During the San Francisco 49ers’ run to Super Bowl LVIII, Sam Darnold’s one-play-away mentality as a backup quarterback came to life. Darnold, 26, has high praise for Purdy — the last player selected in the 2022 draft — his teammates and coaches, and the entire 49ers’ organization. “It’s awesome to be able to work with a guy like Brock, and …

Patrick Mahomes vs. Brock Purdy: Super Bowl LVIII tale of the QB (metrics) tape
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Patrick Mahomes vs. Brock Purdy: Super Bowl LVIII tale of the QB (metrics) tape

New York Times  

If you placed the regular-season production of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy side by side and covered their names, Joe Fan would assume Mahomes possessed the league-leading rates while Purdy fought his way into being a top-10 quarterback. Buy Overall production Regular season player EPA/DB Psr Rt Total EPA Off EPA/Play Brock …

Steve Young explains how 49ers QB Brock Purdy can run off with Super Bowl title
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Steve Young explains how 49ers QB Brock Purdy can run off with Super Bowl title

LA Times  

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy ran for 48 yards against the Detroit Lions in the NFC championship game. Nearly three decades ago, quarterback Steve Young passed for a record six touchdowns as the San Francisco 49ers won the last of their five Super Bowl championships. On Sunday, 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy will lead the 49ers against the Kansas City …

Brock Purdy remains unfazed by rise from last pick in the draft to Super Bowl QB
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Brock Purdy remains unfazed by rise from last pick in the draft to Super Bowl QB

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Minutes after the San Francisco 49ers finished off a stunning comeback to win the NFC championship, star defender Nick Bosa pulled aside quarterback Brock Purdy and marveled at his journey. “But if you believe in yourself and you think that you have what it takes and you truly do believe that and you don’t give up on …

Brock Purdy reached Super Bowl in second year. Joe Montana, Steve Young never made it that soon
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Brock Purdy reached Super Bowl in second year. Joe Montana, Steve Young never made it that soon

LA Times  

Brock Purdy is the starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII. “Do I think it’s time to pick a new nickname?” Purdy said in response to a reporter’s question Monday during Super Bowl opening night at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Hall of Fame 49ers quarterback Joe Montana was 2-6 as a starter in his first …

Is 49ers’ Brock Purdy the next Drew Brees? We asked an expert — Brees himself
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Is 49ers’ Brock Purdy the next Drew Brees? We asked an expert — Brees himself

New York Times  

The Chiefs beat the 49ers in overtime to win Super Bowl LVIII. You’re the same size.’ And Brock just had a big grin on his face and I remember him saying, ‘I know.’” Nearly eight years later, it’s Brees, a 13-time Pro Bowler and the MVP of Super Bowl XLIV, who’s most often cited as a comparison for the up-and-coming …

Some Brock Purdy magic, an extraordinary comeback - and a ladybug on Brandon Aiyuk's cleat... how the San Francisco 49ers booked their spot in Super Bowl LVIII - and what awaits them next in Las Vegas
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Some Brock Purdy magic, an extraordinary comeback - and a ladybug on Brandon Aiyuk's cleat... how the San Francisco 49ers booked their spot in Super Bowl LVIII - and what awaits them next in Las Vegas

Daily Mail  

Kyle Shanahan's desperate search for a first Super Bowl win took another extraordinary twist. Just great luck, God was with us today, great win, bang bang Niner gang,' he memorably told Erin Andrews as red and gold ticker tape fell on the field at Levi's Stadium. Purdy - whose stat line reads: 20-of-31 for 267 yards with a touchdown and …

Brock Purdy, 49ers rally from 17 points down, beat Lions 34-31 to advance to Super Bowl
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Brock Purdy, 49ers rally from 17 points down, beat Lions 34-31 to advance to Super Bowl

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers were on the brink, needing a spark to overcome a big deficit and avoid a third straight loss in the conference title game. Purdy’s 51-yard pass that deflected off a defender’s facemask into Aiyuk’s hands helped the Niners rally from 17 points down at halftime to beat the Detroit …

Kawakami: 49ers didn’t just come back to win the NFC title, they justified this entire era
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Kawakami: 49ers didn’t just come back to win the NFC title, they justified this entire era

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — When the moment of absolute truth arrived Sunday, the San Francisco 49ers weren’t scared, they were angry. That would have been a real rough way to end it if we couldn’t have played better with our group.” The 49ers struck back so quickly in the third quarter — a field goal after they got the second-half …

Thompson: Brock Purdy managed up, managed down and saved the 49ers
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Thompson: Brock Purdy managed up, managed down and saved the 49ers

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The most important run of the night may not have been by Christian McCaffrey. “I’m blocking my man, and next thing I know I hear screaming,” left guard Aaron Banks said from the party in the 49ers locker room at Levi’s Stadium after the game. “I feel like if I would’ve made that block, he probably …

Lions-49ers game features 2 of the NFL’s top 3 offenses, but San Francisco has big edge on defense
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Lions-49ers game features 2 of the NFL’s top 3 offenses, but San Francisco has big edge on defense

Associated Press  

The San Francisco 49ers are back in a familiar spot facing a Detroit Lions team new to this stage. The Lions almost blew a wild-card game against Jared Goff’s former team, the Los Angeles Rams, and pulled away from Tampa Bay in the fourth quarter last week. WHEN THE LIONS HAVE THE BALL The Lions had the league’s second-ranked passing …

49ers QB Brock Purdy keeps focus on the Lions instead of past struggles or successes
10 months, 4 weeks ago

49ers QB Brock Purdy keeps focus on the Lions instead of past struggles or successes

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy goes into his second straight NFC championship game not worried about his early game struggles last week or basking in the glow of a comeback win or reliving the injury that derailed last year’s playoff run. “It doesn’t matter if you played good or bad,” Purdy said Wednesday about last week’s start. So it’s …

Kawakami: Was Brock Purdy’s sloppy game the best thing for him? And other 49ers issues and solutions
11 months ago

Kawakami: Was Brock Purdy’s sloppy game the best thing for him? And other 49ers issues and solutions

New York Times  

Update: The Super Bowl matchup is set with the Chiefs vs. 49ers. By no means was he perfect, but it was really cool — when we needed him to be at his best, he was.” That was all part of the discordant beauty of that victory; every 49ers critic could see 100 reasons to predict their imminent doom and every …

Christian McCaffrey’s 2nd TD rallies the 49ers to 24-21 playoff win over Jordan Love and the Packers
11 months ago

Christian McCaffrey’s 2nd TD rallies the 49ers to 24-21 playoff win over Jordan Love and the Packers

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy’s throws were off-target all night. Just when it seemed like the top-seeded 49ers might be sent home in their first playoff game, they did something they hadn’t managed to do all season: mount a late-game comeback. “But when it comes down to it, with the season on the line, you’ve got to make it …

Christian McCaffrey's 2nd TD rallies the 49ers to 24-21 playoff win over Jordan Love and the Packers
11 months ago

Christian McCaffrey's 2nd TD rallies the 49ers to 24-21 playoff win over Jordan Love and the Packers

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Christian McCaffrey scored his second …

Rams-49ers matchups: How to watch, start time and prediction
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams-49ers matchups: How to watch, start time and prediction

LA Times  

Fans in Los Angeles will be seeing a familiar face when former USC star Sam Darnold starts for the 49ers against the Rams. Quarterback Brock Purdy and star running back Christian McCaffrey will not play as the top-seeded 49ers prepare for the playoffs. Coach Kyle Shanahan might hold out other star players such as Deebo Samuel, who has scored 12 …

49ers QB Brock Purdy will get Week 18 off. Sam Darnold to start against the Rams
11 months, 2 weeks ago

49ers QB Brock Purdy will get Week 18 off. Sam Darnold to start against the Rams

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Quarterback Brock Purdy will sit out the San Francisco 49ers’ regular-season finale after the team already wrapped up the No. Coach Kyle Shanahan said Wednesday that Sam Darnold will start in place of Purdy on Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams with nothing at stake for San Francisco in the game. I want Brock to get …

Brock Purdy’s 4 interceptions doom the 49ers in 33-19 loss to the Ravens
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Brock Purdy’s 4 interceptions doom the 49ers in 33-19 loss to the Ravens

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers seemed poised for another fast start when two big passes to George Kittle moved them into the red zone on the opening drive of the game. Purdy threw an interception to Kyle Hamilton in the end zone to thwart the drive and then kept giving the ball away in …

NFL QB EPA rankings: Brock Purdy is in Peyton Manning, Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers territory
1 year ago

NFL QB EPA rankings: Brock Purdy is in Peyton Manning, Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers territory

New York Times  

“Brock Purdy is in Peyton Manning, Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers territory?” Through 15 weeks of this season, this single season, yes, this is accurate. Tua Tagovailoa’s Week 15 0.25 EPA rate and 119.4 passer rating were his second-best marks in the past six games. Jalen Hurts dragged through illness to post the third-worst passer rating of his career and still …

Brock Purdy’s performance for the 49ers keeps silencing the skeptics
1 year ago

Brock Purdy’s performance for the 49ers keeps silencing the skeptics

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The notion that Brock Purdy is simply a creation of coach Kyle Shanahan’s schemes and the best set of playmakers in the NFL gets put to rest the way he plays each week. His teammates think it’s time he gets a bigger share of the credit instead of it all going to Shanahan, Christian McCaffrey, Deebo …

Samuel scores 2 TDs, Purdy throws for career-best 368 yards as 49ers beat Seahawks 28-16
1 year ago

Samuel scores 2 TDs, Purdy throws for career-best 368 yards as 49ers beat Seahawks 28-16

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy has an embarrassment of riches surrounding him on San Francisco’s high-powered offense. “Any one of our guys, any one of our eligibles, you get the ball in their hands and then they go do the rest.” Brandon Aiyuk added 126 yards receiving as the quartet of playmakers for the 49ers combined for 505 yards …

Thompson: Is Brock Purdy on an MVP track? Let Trent Williams convince you
1 year ago

Thompson: Is Brock Purdy on an MVP track? Let Trent Williams convince you

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Let me try to explain this to Trent Williams. The others: Joe Montana 8 straight in 1989 Drew Brees 7 in 2016 Sam Bradford 7 in 2016 — Josh Dubow December 11, 2023 “He’s so accurate,” Williams said. “I don’t get why people say he’s a system quarterback who’s gotta show you more,” Williams continued. 1 …

San Francisco’s Brock Purdy throws 4 TD passes as 49ers thump injured Hurts, Eagles 42-19
1 year ago

San Francisco’s Brock Purdy throws 4 TD passes as 49ers thump injured Hurts, Eagles 42-19

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Deebo Samuel talked so much smack after last season’s NFC championship game, the box score almost needed a doublecheck to confirm that — yes, the 49ers did indeed lose to the Eagles. Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts runs for yardage against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023, …

This time it’s Brock Purdy who dishes out punishment in 49ers’ statement win
1 year ago

This time it’s Brock Purdy who dishes out punishment in 49ers’ statement win

New York Times  

PHILADELPHIA — In January, Brock Purdy was injured, incapacitated and left covering up in Philadelphia. '” Brock Purdy broke this Bradley Roby tackle as one of the signature plays in the 49ers’ dominant win in Philly. GO DEEPER On Brock Purdy’s quick recovery, his mental sharpness and the 49ers' power of sleep He approached the Eagles game in the same …

Kawakami: How Brock Purdy’s lively 49ers scout-team reps last season set the stage for everything
1 year ago

Kawakami: How Brock Purdy’s lively 49ers scout-team reps last season set the stage for everything

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of the Eagles vs 49ers in NFL Week 13 action. There’s a reason why Trent Williams used the words “elephant in the room” last year when describing the way the team felt about Purdy before he got his starting shot. “It was sort of like a confidence booster — alright, if Fred is starting to …

Thompson: Brock Purdy has some big-time energy — and it’s perfect for this 49ers team
1 year, 1 month ago

Thompson: Brock Purdy has some big-time energy — and it’s perfect for this 49ers team

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — On a three-step drop, in about two-and-a-half seconds, the ball was launched. And after Aiyuk scooted the remaining 43 yards for the 76-yard touchdown, and the signature moment of the 49ers’ 27-14 win over the Buccaneers, Purdy let out a yell. “I didn’t know what to do.” In the resounding win over Jacksonville last Sunday, the …

Brock Purdy produces first 49ers perfect passer rating since Joe Montana in 1989
1 year, 1 month ago

Brock Purdy produces first 49ers perfect passer rating since Joe Montana in 1989

New York Times  

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy dazzled in the team’s win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday with a perfect 158.3 passer rating. GO DEEPER Brock Purdy's perfect throw and the sense of instant 49ers history NFL Week 11 scores: Live updates, schedule, highlights, reaction, odds and news No more sputtering for San Francisco The 49ers sputtered as a …

San Francisco 49ers return to winning ways against Jacksonville Jaguars
1 year, 1 month ago

San Francisco 49ers return to winning ways against Jacksonville Jaguars

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The Detroit …

Kawakami: Brock Purdy is the 49ers’ QB constant — and constantly surprising
1 year, 1 month ago

Kawakami: Brock Purdy is the 49ers’ QB constant — and constantly surprising

New York Times  

No, Brock Purdy wasn’t dead set on heaving the most stubborn and ill-advised pass of his 49ers career — one that still had Kyle Shanahan shaking his head hours later — as he drifted near the left sideline and saw Brandon Aiyuk and George Kittle running with defenders to his right. “I sort of nodded right and literally went right,” …

Vikings outlast 49ers 22-17 with 2 Cousins-Addison TDs and 2 late interceptions by Bynum
1 year, 1 month ago

Vikings outlast 49ers 22-17 with 2 Cousins-Addison TDs and 2 late interceptions by Bynum

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Kirk Cousins let the ball fly for Jordan Addison earlier than he wanted to in the face of an all-out San Francisco blitz in the closing seconds of the second quarter for Minnesota, bracing for the worst after realizing the pass was underthrown. Addison won the tug-of-war battle this time with 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward and spun away …

Browns stun 49ers 19-17, hand San Francisco its first loss and QB Brock Purdy his first as starter
1 year, 2 months ago

Browns stun 49ers 19-17, hand San Francisco its first loss and QB Brock Purdy his first as starter

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — From dominant to defeated — in less than a week. Brock Purdy suffered his first loss as a starter and the Niners had their regular-season winning streak stopped at 15 when rookie kicker Jake Moody missed a 41-yard field goal with six seconds remaining, giving the Cleveland Browns an unexpected 19-17 win on Sunday. We haven’t lost in …

49ers’ monstrous performance against Cowboys has defense looking like NFL’s best again
1 year, 2 months ago

49ers’ monstrous performance against Cowboys has defense looking like NFL’s best again

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The fact that the Dallas Cowboys entered their Sunday night showdown touted as the NFL’s No. According to star linebacker Fred Warner, Wilks had a simple message early in the week: “You guys don’t know how good you can truly be.” Warner responded by leading the charge in an effort that might’ve at least offered a …

49ers dominate Cowboys behind stifling defense, career day from George Kittle: What went wrong for Dallas
1 year, 2 months ago

49ers dominate Cowboys behind stifling defense, career day from George Kittle: What went wrong for Dallas

New York Times  

By David Lombardi, Jon Machota, Matt Barrows and Saad Yousuf The San Francisco 49ers routed the Dallas Cowboys 42-10 on Sunday night to improve to 5-0. Warner set the tone for a 49ers defense that may have dozed at times in last week’s win over the Cardinals, but was wide awake and ferocious early against the Cowboys. — Matt Barrows, …

McCaffrey scores 4 TDs to lead the 49ers past the Cardinals 35-16
1 year, 2 months ago

McCaffrey scores 4 TDs to lead the 49ers past the Cardinals 35-16

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The only person who could stop Christian McCaffrey from tying a San Francisco franchise record with a fifth touchdown was his own coach. McCaffrey scored a career-high four touchdowns and the 49ers won their 14th straight regular season game, beating the Arizona Cardinals 35-16 on Sunday. McCaffrey had a chance to tie the Niners record held …

Brock Purdy heads into 2nd Thursday night game for 49ers in better health
1 year, 3 months ago

Brock Purdy heads into 2nd Thursday night game for 49ers in better health

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy learned about the difficulties of playing on a short turnaround for a Thursday night game in just his second career start last season. You have two days to put it all together and roll.” The process for Purdy headed into Thursday night’s home opener against the New York Giants is a bit easier than …

49ers minutia minute: Nick Bosa logs a lot of snaps but says it’s only ‘up’ from here
1 year, 3 months ago

49ers minutia minute: Nick Bosa logs a lot of snaps but says it’s only ‘up’ from here

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Thursday Night Football featuring 49ers vs. Giants The San Francisco 49ers beat the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. What a catch JJ 👐 pic.twitter.com/uJQ4iFtMUX — San Francisco 49ers September 17, 2023 Running backs: McCaffrey 57, Samuel 3 Four 49ers were active for the game but didn’t play a snap: Backup quarterback Sam Darnold, rookies …

Rams-49ers matchups: Line play key against physical San Francisco
1 year, 3 months ago

Rams-49ers matchups: Line play key against physical San Francisco

LA Times  

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy kept his poise against safety Minkah Fitzpatrick and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Tight end George Kittle is among the NFL’s best at his position, and receiver Brandon Aiyuk caught eight passes for 129 yards and two touchdowns in the opener. The Rams will try to pressure Purdy with a front that includes seven-time All-Pro lineman …

Purdy throws 2 TDs in return from elbow surgery; 49ers drill Steelers 30-7 in season opener
1 year, 3 months ago

Purdy throws 2 TDs in return from elbow surgery; 49ers drill Steelers 30-7 in season opener

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Brock Purdy spent months rehabbing his surgically repaired right elbow and an entire training camp wondering if he could regain the magic he summoned so improbably — and so regularly — during his remarkable rookie season a year ago. Irrelevant” to the NFC championship game last season, Purdy threw for 220 yards and a pair of touchdowns to …

QB questions linger over 49ers headed into summer break
1 year, 6 months ago

QB questions linger over 49ers headed into summer break

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy resumed his throwing program, Trey Lance looked healthy and showed off his improved mechanics and Sam Darnold got acclimated to a new offense. The San Francisco 49ers ended their offseason program and headed off for summer break with some encouraging signs about their quarterback room despite many lingering questions that won’t really start to …

49ers QB Brock Purdy resumes throwing program
1 year, 6 months ago

49ers QB Brock Purdy resumes throwing program

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy has officially resumed his throwing program as he tries to return from offseason elbow surgery in time for the season opener. “He’s had one session thus far and we’re incredibly encouraged by that,” general manager John Lynch told SiriusXM NFL Radio on Wednesday. The hope is he’s ready for the regular …

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