The 49ers use game against Patriots as a get-well opportunity after back-to-back losses
3 months, 1 week ago

The 49ers use game against Patriots as a get-well opportunity after back-to-back losses

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — A matchup with the banged-up, struggling New England Patriots was just what the San Francisco 49ers needed following back-to-back losses on the road. Not saying the Patriots don’t, but our defense was playing very good against them today.” San Francisco turned the ball over twice, committed two penalties that wiped out TD passes from Purdy and allowed the Patriots to convert their first two third downs of the game before buckling down. Purdy scrambled twice for first downs on San Francisco’s opening drive of the game, giving him eight first downs on runs already this season. San Francisco did score two TDs later in the game — overcoming a pair of penalties that wiped out touchdowns on one drive — but haven’t been as efficient near the goal line this year without All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey. Injuries The Niners got favorable injury news from the game with Warner, Kittle, DL Jordan Elliott, WR Jacob Cowing, FB Kyle Juszczyk and WR Chris Conley all day to day.. Coach Kyle Shanahan said RB Christian McCaffrey’s Achilles tendinitis that has him on IR has been an issue in both legs but the main issue remains in the right leg.. Shanahan said no decision has been made whether to open the practice window for first-round WR Ricky Pearsall, who went on the NFI list after being shot in the chest during a robbery attempt.. Shanahan said DT Kalia Davis could have his practice window opened this week.

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Mistake-filled defeat to Dolphins sums up a lost season for the 49ers
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Mistake-filled defeat to Dolphins sums up a lost season for the 49ers

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — On the day the San Francisco 49ers were officially eliminated from playoff contention, they delivered a performance that summed up their disappointing season. Purdy’s late interception after being under heavy pressure behind a makeshift line spoiled a comeback attempt and assured the 49ers of a losing season. After surging following mid-season bye weeks the past two …

The Rams get 4 field goals to beat the 49ers 12-6 in a sloppy game
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

The Rams get 4 field goals to beat the 49ers 12-6 in a sloppy game

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Joshua Karty kicked four field goals and the Los Angeles Rams survived a slugfest a week after winning a shootout, beating the San Francisco 49ers 12-6 on Thursday night in a key game in the NFC West race. Four days after beating Josh Allen and Buffalo 44-42 in the NFL’s highest-scoring game of the season, the …

The 49ers’ playoff hopes are still teetering even after get-right game against the Bears
4 weeks, 2 days ago

The 49ers’ playoff hopes are still teetering even after get-right game against the Bears

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — After three straight losses, including back-to-back blowouts, the San Francisco 49ers needed a get-right game. Brock Purdy carved up Chicago’s defense to lead San Francisco to its best offensive output of the season and the defense dominated the Bears in a 38-13 win Sunday that looked a lot more like the team that went to the …

49ers beat the Bears 38-13 to spoil Thomas Brown’s coaching debut
1 month ago

49ers beat the Bears 38-13 to spoil Thomas Brown’s coaching debut

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — After weeks of shaky play, the San Francisco 49ers got back to their old form with one of the most dominant first halves in years. Brock Purdy threw for 325 yards and two touchdowns and the 49ers bounced back from two blowout losses to beat Chicago 38-13 on Sunday and spoil interim coach Thomas Brown’s debut …

49ers are nearing rock bottom following a blowout loss and the injury to McCaffrey
1 month ago

49ers are nearing rock bottom following a blowout loss and the injury to McCaffrey

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Back-to-back blowout losses and another injury to star back Christian McCaffrey might just be the final blow to the dwindling playoff hopes for the San Francisco 49ers. A season that began with the Niners as one of the favorites to get back to the Super Bowl has reached what appears to be rock bottom after a …

49ers attempt to bounce back and boost their postseason chances as they visit Green Bay
1 month, 2 weeks ago

49ers attempt to bounce back and boost their postseason chances as they visit Green Bay

Associated Press  

San Francisco at Green Bay Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, FOX BetMGM NFL odds: Packers by 2 1/2. Last week: 49ers lost 20-17 at home to Seattle; Packers won 20-19 at Chicago 49ers offense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Packers offense: overall, rush, pass, scoring 49ers defense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Packers defense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Turnover differential: 49ers plus-3; Packers …

Purdy’s big 4th quarter helps the 49ers overcome their mistakes and beat the Bucs
1 month, 4 weeks 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, 4 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 Aim to Continue Second-Half Domination After Slumping Start
2 months ago

49ers Aim to Continue Second-Half Domination After Slumping Start

Associated Press  

The San Francisco 49ers are looking to follow a similar pattern to the past two seasons in the second half of the season. They hope to improve from their shaky start to the season and get back to their winning ways. The offense must do a better job finishing off drives in the red zone and performing against man coverage. …

49ers Head into Bye on a Winning Note, With Hope for McCaffrey's Return
2 months, 1 week ago

49ers Head into Bye on a Winning Note, With Hope for McCaffrey's Return

Associated Press  

The San Francisco 49ers had a winning week and hope that Christian McCaffrey will return next week. McCaffrey suffered an Achilles tendinitis injury this season and has been sidelined all season. However, the team is optimistic that he will be back in practice next week. The 49ers also showed signs of getting back to form on Sunday against the Dallas …

49ers Dominate Seahawks, Move Up in NFC West Race
2 months, 4 weeks 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
3 months, 1 week 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 …

The 49ers call their latest loss at Minnesota a ‘wake-up call’
3 months, 3 weeks ago

The 49ers call their latest loss at Minnesota a ‘wake-up call’

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Minnesota has been a house of horrors for the San Francisco 49ers for decades. There was a special teams blunder in the first half; the defense gave up a 97-yard TD pass from Sam Darnold to Justin Jefferson and struggled to get off the field on third downs; and the offense managed just 17 points for …

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

Derek Carr leads 95-yard touchdown drive, but Saints fall 16-10 to 49ers
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Derek Carr leads 95-yard touchdown drive, but Saints fall 16-10 to 49ers

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Derek Carr and the New Orleans starting offense finally got going with an efficient 95-yard touchdown drive against San Francisco’s backup defenders but the 49ers beat the Saints 16-10 on Sunday night. It definitely felt nice to do that.” Joshua Dobbs ran for a TD and Jake Moody kicked three field goals for the 49ers, who …

The 49ers plan to play Brock Purdy and other starters in exhibition game against the Saints
4 months, 3 weeks ago

The 49ers plan to play Brock Purdy and other starters in exhibition game against the Saints

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — After canceling joint practices this week because of a litany of injuries, San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan plans to play several of his starters, including quarterback Brock Purdy, in an exhibition game against the New Orleans Saints. “It’s always nice when you get to go up against a different look, different guys and stuff,” Purdy …

The 49ers begin on-field work in offseason with Nick Bosa in town and Brandon Aiyuk missing
7 months, 2 weeks ago

The 49ers begin on-field work in offseason with Nick Bosa in town and Brandon Aiyuk missing

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers began their on-field work in the offseason with a surprise participant and a predictable absence. Star pass rusher Nick Bosa took part in the voluntary portion of the offseason for a change after spending previous seasons working out on his own in Florida, while receiver Brandon Aiyuk remains away from the team …

Pros push 49ers betting lines up in the Super Bowl, but most of the bets still on the Chiefs
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Pros push 49ers betting lines up in the Super Bowl, but most of the bets still on the Chiefs

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — The early Super Bowl money went on the Chiefs, causing betting lines to drop from 2 or 2 1/2 points to 1 or 1 1/2 points, depending on the sportsbook. There are a number of ways to bet the Super Bowl, from the traditional wagering on the point spread and total points to proposition bets that can …

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

Brock Purdy, 49ers rally from 17 points down, beat Lions 34-31 to advance to Super Bowl
11 months, 1 week 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 …

Thompson: Brock Purdy managed up, managed down and saved the 49ers
11 months, 1 week 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 …

Kawakami: 49ers didn’t just come back to win the NFC title, they justified this entire era
11 months, 1 week 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 …

Lions-49ers game features 2 of the NFL’s top 3 offenses, but San Francisco has big edge on defense
11 months, 1 week 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
11 months, 2 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, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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 …

Kawakami: This was the playoff comeback the 49ers, and especially Brock Purdy, really needed
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Kawakami: This was the playoff comeback the 49ers, and especially Brock Purdy, really needed

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — You want to know who held Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers accountable Saturday, with the clock running out, the rain coming down, Deebo Samuel out injured and the Green Bay Packers just a play or two from a monumental playoff upset? What happened next: Purdy broke out of his funk and started completing passes, …

49ers rally to defeat Packers and advance to NFC championship game
11 months, 2 weeks ago

49ers rally to defeat Packers and advance to NFC championship game

LA Times  

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw celebrates with teammates after intercepting a pass during the second half of a 24-21 win over the Green Bay Packers in the NFC divisional playoffs Saturday at Levi’s Stadium. Christian McCaffrey scored his second touchdown on a six-yard run with 1:07 to play, and the San Francisco 49ers mounted their first second-half comeback of …

The 49ers use the scars from recent playoff losses as fuel this season
11 months, 3 weeks ago

The 49ers use the scars from recent playoff losses as fuel this season

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The pain from crushing playoff losses never fully goes away for the San Francisco 49ers. The part that sucks is you can’t just blink and you’re right back into having an opportunity to go back and do it again.” The 49ers came into the season talking about returning to this stage and finally getting over the …

Rams’ 21-20 road win over the San Francisco 49ers by the numbers
1 year ago

Rams’ 21-20 road win over the San Francisco 49ers by the numbers

LA Times  

Rams quarterback Carson Wentz is tackled by 49ers Javon Kinlaw and linebacker Fred Warner. Breaking down the notable numbers behind the Rams’ 21-20 road win over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday: 105 Catches for Rams receiver Puka Nacua this season, an NFL rookie record. Summary RAMS 7 0 6 8 — 21 San Francisco 7 13 0 0 — …

49ers QB Brock Purdy will get Week 18 off. Sam Darnold to start against the Rams
1 year 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 bounces back, 49ers clinch the NFC’s top seed by beating the Commanders 27-10
1 year ago

Brock Purdy bounces back, 49ers clinch the NFC’s top seed by beating the Commanders 27-10

Associated Press  

— Minutes after rolling to a 27-10 victory at Washington, the San Francisco 49ers watched the final minute of Philadelphia’s game at Arizona together in the visiting locker room. “Back in ’19, it took us winning in Seattle on the very last play of the game to secure the 1 seed, and the fact that we were able to get …

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

The 49ers ride 2 MVP candidates to back-to-back NFC West titles
1 year ago

The 49ers ride 2 MVP candidates to back-to-back NFC West titles

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy and Christian McCaffrey each promoted the other player’s candidacy for MVP after another dominating performance for the San Francisco 49ers. The dynamic duo has helped San Francisco clinch the NFC West for a second straight season, but the Niners have much bigger goals than division titles or MVPs after losing in the NFC championship …

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 …

The 49ers get ‘payback’ against the Eagles with dominant win that makes them Super Bowl favorites
1 year, 1 month ago

The 49ers get ‘payback’ against the Eagles with dominant win that makes them Super Bowl favorites

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers took out their frustration over last season’s NFC championship game loss at Philadelphia in emphatic fashion. They’re a really good team.” The 49ers felt they never got a real opportunity last season to prove how good they were compared to the Eagles after Brock Purdy injured his elbow on the opening drive …

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

Brock Purdy and the 49ers get back to early-season form in time for key stretch
1 year, 1 month ago

Brock Purdy and the 49ers get back to early-season form in time for key stretch

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers got back to their early-season form just in time for their most crucial stretch of the regular season. San Francisco begins a tricky three-game stretch with a visit to division rival Seattle on Thursday night, following a trip to defending NFC champion Philadelphia and then a home game against the Seahawks. San …

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  

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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,” …

The 49ers struggle to come from behind during 3-game losing streak
1 year, 2 months ago

The 49ers struggle to come from behind during 3-game losing streak

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers showed they could thrive as front-runners during a 5-0 start to the season. Brock Purdy turned the ball over three times in the final 16 minutes and San Francisco’s defense struggled to slow down Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals, leading to a 31-17 loss Sunday that was the third straight for …

The 49ers lose their 3rd straight game in mistake-filled 31-17 loss to the Bengals
1 year, 2 months ago

The 49ers lose their 3rd straight game in mistake-filled 31-17 loss to the Bengals

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy keeps giving the ball away, San Francisco’s heralded defense is struggling to generate stops and the early season dominance for the 49ers is firmly in the past. “The common denominator right now is I haven’t been able to say through the last three losses that man, our defense had our best outing and we …

The 49ers need to find their pass rush after back-to-back losses
1 year, 2 months ago

The 49ers need to find their pass rush after back-to-back losses

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Few teams in the NFL invest as much in draft picks and money in the defensive line as the San Francisco 49ers. That was evident Monday night when Kirk Cousins picked apart San Francisco’s defense in impressive fashion, throwing for 378 yards and taking no sacks in Minnesota’s 22-17 victory over the 49ers. Purdy became the …

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

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