San Francisco defeats Atlanta 20-10
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SANTA CLARA -- The 49ers just beat the Atlanta Falcons 20-10 to improve their record to 5-2. Somehow, the 49ers keep beating teams that are better than them on paper. Which means the 49ers just might be better than the sum of their parts. Here are their grades for this performance.
Mac Jones is reviving his career with the San Francisco 49ers as he fills in for quarterback Brock Purdy, and it's leading to financial benefits.
The 49ers moved to 4-2 with the win, and running back Christian McCaffrey did it all for Kyle Shanahan's team. McCaffrey had 24 carries for 129 yards and a pair of touchdowns and he also led the team with seven receptions for 72 yards on eight targets.
San Francisco 49ers defensive end Bryce Huff and defensive tackle Sam Okuayinonu sack Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. for a
The 49ers have been decimated by injuries this season. San Francisco waived another tight end to make room on the roster for Kittle. It feels like the San Francisco 49ers are hit with the injury bug every NFL season — and this one is no different.
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49ers name starting QB for Sunday Night Football game vs. Falcons
The San Francisco 49ers have named Mac Jones their starting quarterback for Sunday night's game against the Atlanta Falcons. Head coach Kyle Shanahan ruled starter Brock Purdy out due to a toe injury. Purdy, the former seventh-round pick, has missed all but two games this season.