Detroit Lions 31-34 San Francisco 49ers: Brock Purdy and Christian McCaffrey inspire their team to a remarkable second-half comeback as they set up a Super Bowl rematch with the Kansas City Chiefs in
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Detroit Lions 31-34 San Francisco 49ers: Brock Purdy and Christian McCaffrey inspire their team to a remarkable second-half comeback as they set up a Super Bowl rematch with the Kansas City Chiefs in

Daily Mail  

Step aside Taylor Swift. The San Francisco 49ers are going to the Super Bowl after beating the Detroit Lions on Sunday Brandon Aiyuk catches the ball after it rebounded off Kindle Vildor for a huge 49ers gain Christian McCaffrey scored two touchdowns to turn the game in favor of San Francisco Brock Purdy celebrates after handing the ball to McCaffrey for his second score of the game Devastated Detroit fans watched their team miss out on the Super Bowl after leading by 17 Now they go to Las Vegas aiming to right another wrong. Jameson Williams scored the opening touchdown inside 100 seconds, stumbling over the line Williams' score prompted wild celebrations among the thousands of Lions fans in Santa Clara Things got even better for the Lions when David Montgomery powered over from close range McCaffrey would not let the 49ers lose against the Packers last week. Desperately needing a spark, McCaffrey burst into life with a powerful run for a huge gain The running back then scored the home team's first touchdown to close the gap to seven Jahmyr Gibbs continued Detroit's dominance with the run game, scoring his own touchdown Dan Campbell's side dominated the first half but didn't have an answer for the 49ers late on Kyle Shanahan masterminded a huge comeback for his team, who will play the Chiefs in Vegas Purdy took a swing for the fences, throwing long to Aiyuk. San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner, quarterback Brock Purdy, offensive tackle Trent Williams, wide receiver Deebo Samuel, running back Christian McCaffrey, tight end George Kittle celebrate 49ers head coach Shanahan celebrates with his family after defeating the Lions at home Lions quarterback Jared Goff looked distraught at the end after letting a huge lead slip The decision to go for it was compounded by the fact the 49ers wrapped up the game on their next drive.

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Jared Goff throws 3 TD passes as Lions beat Bears 34-17 for franchise-record 13th win
19 hours, 43 minutes ago

Jared Goff throws 3 TD passes as Lions beat Bears 34-17 for franchise-record 13th win

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Jared Goff threw for 336 yards and three touchdowns, and the Detroit Lions remained on top of the NFC with their franchise-record 13th win, 34-17 over the Chicago Bears on Sunday. Jameson Williams had a career-high 143 yards receiving on five catches, including an 82-yard touchdown in the second quarter. Caleb Williams threw for 334 yards and two …

The Rams get 4 field goals to beat the 49ers 12-6 in a sloppy game
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1 week, 3 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 …

Rams’ grind-out win over 49ers is a step forward: ‘Games like this create a belief’
1 week, 3 days ago

Rams’ grind-out win over 49ers is a step forward: ‘Games like this create a belief’

LA Times  

Four days after the Rams’ prettiest win of the season came their ugliest. “It means everything,” Rams running back Kyren Williams said of toppling the NFC West bully twice in a season. “I just think back on all the OTAs, all the August training camp days, all the early season injuries and struggles and things you’ve got to overcome to …

Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers: How to watch, prediction and betting odds
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1 week, 4 days ago

Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers: How to watch, prediction and betting odds

LA Times  

The Rams have won two games in a row, are over.500 for the first time this season and, with three games against NFC West teams remaining, a playoff berth is within their sights. Two weeks ago, the injury-riddled San Francisco 49ers appeared as if they might be the Rams’ most favorable division matchup. Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford passed for 320 …

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

NFC-leading Lions host Packers, aiming for franchise-record, 11-game winning streak, playoff spot
2 weeks, 4 days ago

NFC-leading Lions host Packers, aiming for franchise-record, 11-game winning streak, playoff spot

Associated Press  

Green Bay at Detroit Thursday, 8:15 p.m. EST, Amazon Prime Video. The Packers have won their past five division road games, including a 29-22 win at Detroit last year on Thanksgiving when Jordan Love threw a 53-yard TD to Christian Watson on the game’s first play and finished with three TDs.. Green Bay coach Matt LaFleur, who is from Michigan, …

Lions extend win streak to 10 games, hold off Bears for 23-20 victory
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Lions extend win streak to 10 games, hold off Bears for 23-20 victory

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Jared Goff threw two touchdown passes to Sam LaPorta, Jake Bates made three field goals in the first half and the Detroit Lions held off the Chicago Bears 23-20 on Thursday to extend their winning streak to 10 games. Caleb Williams threw an incomplete pass as time expired from the Detroit 41 after being sacked with about 30 …

Jared Goff and NFC-leading Lions score at will in 52-6 win over Jaguars
1 month ago

Jared Goff and NFC-leading Lions score at will in 52-6 win over Jaguars

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Jared Goff stood on the sideline wearing a baseball cap in the fourth quarter while his teammates finished off another rout. Goff threw two of his four touchdown passes to Amon-Ra St. Brown, David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs combined for three rushing TDs and the Detroit Lions beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 52-6 on Sunday. “It’s a good problem …

Jared Goff looks to bounce back from throwing career-high 5 INTs when Lions host Jaguars
1 month, 1 week ago

Jared Goff looks to bounce back from throwing career-high 5 INTs when Lions host Jaguars

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions are off to their best start in seven decades thanks in part to the play of Jared Goff. That’s the way we’re built.” The Lions became the first team since 1970 to win after trailing by at least 15 points and throwing five interceptions. Streaking St. Brown Detroit’s offense was sluggish in its first two …

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 …

Detroit Lions produce incredible comeback to defeat Houston Texans despite Jared Goff’s five interceptions
1 month, 1 week ago

Detroit Lions produce incredible comeback to defeat Houston Texans despite Jared Goff’s five interceptions

CNN  

CNN — Despite throwing a career-high five interceptions, Jared Goff led the Detroit Lions to a come-from-behind 26-23 victory over the Houston Texans on Sunday Night Football at NRG Stadium. The Lions trailed 23-7 heading into halftime after Goff threw three interceptions in the first half. Detroit rattled off 16 unanswered points to tie the game with just over five …

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

Panthers stave off Giants comeback with 20-17 overtime victory in Germany: Key takeaways
1 month, 1 week ago

Panthers stave off Giants comeback with 20-17 overtime victory in Germany: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Joe Person, Charlotte Carroll and Lauren Merola The Carolina Panthers held off the New York Giants in a 20-17 overtime victory Sunday at Allianz Arena in Munich. On the first snap of overtime, Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. fumbled the football away at the Giants’ 24-yard line, putting the Panthers in prime position to win their second straight …

49ers running back Christian McCaffrey excited to make his season debut
1 month, 2 weeks ago

49ers running back Christian McCaffrey excited to make his season debut

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Spending the first half of the season as a spectator while he worked his way back from Achilles tendinitis took its toll on San Francisco 49ers All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey. “So unless something crazy happens on this plane ride, he should be good to go once he gets off IR.” The injury news isn’t all …

Goff and Lions bring a 6-game winning streak into their prime-time matchup with Stroud and Texans
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Goff and Lions bring a 6-game winning streak into their prime-time matchup with Stroud and Texans

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Jared Goff is aware that many around the NFL are high on the Detroit Lions as they bring a six-game winning streak into Sunday’s prime-time matchup with the Houston Texans. His return would certainly help take some of the pressure off Stroud after he relied almost entirely on Tank Dell last week in the first game since Stefon …

Lions Dominate Packers in Thrilling Victory
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Lions Dominate Packers in Thrilling Victory

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions defeated the Green Bay Packers 24-14 in a thrilling game that saw both teams battle it out in the second half. Kerby Joseph's pick-6 proved to be a game-changing moment, securing the Lions' first win in over 60 years. The Lions dominated the first half, scoring two touchdowns and holding the lead throughout the second quarter. Despite …

NFC North Showdown: Lions' High-Powered Offense Facing Packers' Ball-Hawking Defense
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

NFC North Showdown: Lions' High-Powered Offense Facing Packers' Ball-Hawking Defense

Associated Press  

The NFC North showdown between the Green Bay Packers and the Detroit Lions is set to take place this Sunday. The Lions have a high-powered offense, while the Packers specialize in taking the ball away. The game is expected to be a high-scoring contest, as both teams are capable of scoring plenty of points. Detroit has been a dominant force …

Lions vs. Packers: A Battle of Titans
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Lions vs. Packers: A Battle of Titans

Associated Press  

The Lions and Packers clash in a battle of titans. The Lions, fresh off a four-game winning streak, seek to extend their winning run against the Packers, who are coming off a tough loss to the Jaguars. The game features key matchups between the Lions' rushing duo of Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery and the Packers' run defense led by …

Lions Dominate Titans, Continue Their Winning Streak
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Lions Dominate Titans, Continue Their Winning Streak

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions dominated the Tennessee Titans 52-14 in a convincing performance. Jared Goff threw three touchdown passes and David Montgomery was the first of five players to score in the first half for the Lions. The Lions had their highest-scoring game since 1970 and scored at least 50 for the fourth time in franchise history.

Cowboys and 49ers Battle for Rebounds in Crucial Game
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Cowboys and 49ers Battle for Rebounds in Crucial Game

Associated Press  

The Dallas Cowboys and the San Francisco 49ers are both looking to bounce back after disappointing losses in their last games. The Cowboys are facing a tough task with their depleted offensive line, but they have a strong defense that can keep the 49ers off the scoreboard. The 49ers, on the other hand, are without their injured star wide receiver …

Lions Dominate Vikings in Thrilling Thriller, Secure NFC North Crown
2 months ago

Lions Dominate Vikings in Thrilling Thriller, Secure NFC North Crown

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions secured their first division title in 30 years with a thrilling 31-29 victory against the Minnesota Vikings. Jake Bates's field goal with seconds left secured the win for the Lions, who dominated the game despite trailing for most of the contest. Jahmyr Gibbs led the Lions with 116 yards and two touchdowns, while Jared Goff threw for …

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 …

Seahawks defense collapses in record-setting fashion in 42-29 loss
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Seahawks defense collapses in record-setting fashion in 42-29 loss

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Seattle Seahawks came into Monday night with one of the best pass defenses in the NFL. “Give Detroit a lot of credit but it just wasn’t a good enough performance on the defensive side of the ball,” Seahawks coach Mike MacDonald said. “There were a lot of things that we’ve been executing at a high level defensively …

Jared Goff’s historically perfect night powers Lions over Seahawks in MNF shootout: Key takeaways
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Jared Goff’s historically perfect night powers Lions over Seahawks in MNF shootout: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Michael-Shawn Dugar, Colton Pouncy and Mark Puleo Quarterbacking doesn’t get more efficient than Jared Goff’s showing Monday night. GO DEEPER Goff gets game ball from Dan Campbell day after historic performance Against the Seattle Seahawks, Goff’s perfect night through the air — which totaled nearly 300 yards and two touchdowns — powered the Lions to a 42-29 victory at …

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 …

Jared Goff throws 2 TD passes and Lions’ defense slows Kyler Murray in 20-13 win over Cardinals
3 months ago

Jared Goff throws 2 TD passes and Lions’ defense slows Kyler Murray in 20-13 win over Cardinals

Associated Press  

GLENDALE, Ariz. — Jared Goff looked as though he might never throw an incompletion for a while Sunday, picking apart the Arizona Cardinals’ defense for a pair of touchdowns in the first half. Detroit’s defense kept Kyler Murray and Arizona out of the end zone in the second half, giving up just one field goal. But I’m excited about the …

Lions have had lots of recent success vs. Cards, but this version of Arizona looks much better
3 months ago

Lions have had lots of recent success vs. Cards, but this version of Arizona looks much better

Associated Press  

GLENDALE, Ariz. — Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions need a bounce-back win after last week’s disappointing loss to the Tampa Bay Bucs. “They’re physical up front and they play good, they play well together, they play hard,” Campbell said. “So, this is going to be an outstanding test for us and they’re playing good football right now.” The lopsided …

Mayfield runs for a TD and throws a TD pass, lifting Bucs to 20-16 win over Lions in playoff rematch
3 months, 1 week ago

Mayfield runs for a TD and throws a TD pass, lifting Bucs to 20-16 win over Lions in playoff rematch

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Baker Mayfield took one step back, planted his left foot and took off for a zig-zagging, 11-yard touchdown run that gave Tampa Bay the lead for good in a playoff rematch. “I wasn’t expecting to get to the end zone from that far out, but I made a couple guys miss,” Mayfield said after the longest touchdown run …

Montgomery’s 1-yard touchdown run in OT lifts Lions to 26-20 win over Rams
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Montgomery’s 1-yard touchdown run in OT lifts Lions to 26-20 win over Rams

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions opened the season by outlasting the Los Angeles Rams with a balanced offense, grinding out yards on the ground and going to the air for some pivotal plays just as they did in their NFC wild-card game. David Montgomery’s 1-yard touchdown run in overtime lifted the Lions to a 26-20 win over the Matthew Stafford-led …

Rams succeed at frustrating the Lions but not beating them ... again
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams succeed at frustrating the Lions but not beating them ... again

LA Times  

The Lions’ Jared Goff looks to pass as the Rams’ Kobie Turner rushes. If anything, the Lions were vaguely dissatisfied, even though they once again rebuffed the Rams — with all the history of quarterbacks Matthew Stafford and Jared Goff — as they did in the NFC wild-card game here in January. The Lions got to the NFC title game …

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 …

Lions prepare for Sunday night rematch with Matthew Stafford and the Rams
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions prepare for Sunday night rematch with Matthew Stafford and the Rams

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions know they have to put the 2023 season behind them and focus on 2024. Detroit opens the season on Sunday night against the Los Angeles Rams in a rematch of their wild-card game in January — won by the Lions for the franchise’s first playoff victory in 40 years. “The hardest thing is that we’ve …

Super Bowl 2024: Chiefs beat 49ers 25-22 in overtime to seal legacy
10 months, 1 week ago

Super Bowl 2024: Chiefs beat 49ers 25-22 in overtime to seal legacy

Hindustan Times  

Patrick Mahomes threw a touchdown pass to Mecole Hardman to give the Kansas City Chiefs a 25-22 overtime win over the San Francisco 49ers in a Sin City Super Bowl thriller on Sunday, cementing their status as the latest NFL dynasty. Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy as Kansas City Chiefs chairman and CEO …

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 …

Super Bowl: Niners rally to beat Lions, set up showdown with Chiefs
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Super Bowl: Niners rally to beat Lions, set up showdown with Chiefs

Firstpost  

The Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers set up a Super Bowl rematch on Sunday after battling through to the NFL championship showpiece on a dramatic day of playoff action. But San Francisco rattled off 27 second half points at Levi’s Stadium to clinch the NFC Championship and punch their ticket to the Super Bowl taking place in Las …

San Francisco 49ers set up Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl rematch after 17-point comeback
10 months, 3 weeks ago

San Francisco 49ers set up Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl rematch after 17-point comeback

The Independent  

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49ers Rally From 17 Points Down, Beat Lions 34-31 To Advance To Super Bowl
10 months, 3 weeks ago

49ers Rally From 17 Points Down, Beat Lions 34-31 To Advance To Super Bowl

Huff Post  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy threw for 267 yards and a touchdown, and the San Francisco 49ers rallied from 17 points down at halftime to beat the Detroit Lions 34-31 on Sunday and reach the Super Bowl. The 49ers scored 17 points in an eight-minute span of the third quarter to tie the NFC championship game and then pulled …

Failed 4th downs contribute to blown lead for Lions in NFC title game loss to 49ers
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Failed 4th downs contribute to blown lead for Lions in NFC title game loss to 49ers

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The aggressiveness that characterized the turnaround for the Detroit Lions under coach Dan Campbell backfired at the worst possible time. Detroit failed on two fourth-down tries in field-goal range in the second half, contributing to a blown 17-point halftime lead and a 34-31 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game Sunday. “It …

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 …

49ers induce Lions collapse en route to NFC Championship win, will face Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII
10 months, 3 weeks ago

49ers induce Lions collapse en route to NFC Championship win, will face Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII

New York Times  

By David Lombardi, Colton Pouncy, Matt Barrows, Vic Tafur and Larry Holder The San Francisco 49ers looked like they had no business being in Sunday’s NFC Championship Game in the first half. The 49ers’ Brandon Aiyuk came up with the catch of the NFL season by snagging a deep ball that bounced off the face of the Lions’ Kindle Vildor, …

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 …

The 49ers host the Lions in NFC title game with a spot in Super Bowl on the line
10 months, 3 weeks ago

The 49ers host the Lions in NFC title game with a spot in Super Bowl on the line

Associated Press  

DETROIT at SAN FRANCISCO Sunday, 6:30 p.m. EST, Fox OPENING LINE: 49ers by 7, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. KEY INJURIES: Lions G Jonah Jackson and TE Brock Wright will miss the game after being hurt last week.. Return specialist and WR Kalif Raymond will miss a third straight game for the Lions.. C Frank Ragnow is playing through a sprained …

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 …

Jared Goff throws 2 TD passes, Lions advance to NFC title game with 31-23 win over Buccaneers
11 months ago

Jared Goff throws 2 TD passes, Lions advance to NFC title game with 31-23 win over Buccaneers

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Jared Goff is good enough for Detroit, as his coach recently reminded him. Goff threw his second touchdown pass with 6:22 left and the Lions beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-23 in the divisional round on Sunday, lifting Detroit into the NFC championship for the first time in 32 years and just the second time in franchise history. …

Christian McCaffrey’s go-ahead TD rallies 49ers to 24-21 playoff win over Packers
11 months ago

Christian McCaffrey’s go-ahead TD rallies 49ers to 24-21 playoff win over Packers

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Christian McCaffrey scored his second touchdown on a 6-yard run with 1:07 to play, and the San Francisco 49ers mounted their first second-half comeback of the season to beat the Green Bay Packers 24-21 in a divisional-round playoff game on Saturday night. After spending all regular season as front-runners, the Niners needed to come from behind …

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  

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