In a thrilling Thursday night matchup, the San Francisco 49ers emerged victorious over the Seattle Seahawks with a final score of 36-24. The key player in this game was none other than San Francisco’s quarterback, Purdy, who threw for an impressive 255 yards and three touchdowns.
The game started strong for the defending NFC champions as Samuel had a phenomenal 76-yard catch-and-run touchdown, finishing the game with three catches for 102 yards. Purdy’s main target, George Kittle, added five receptions for 58 yards and two scores, contributing significantly to the team’s success. Kyle Juszczyk also had a late TD run, capping off a fantastic performance by the Niners.
The addition of kicker Matthew Wright proved to be crucial as he kicked three field goals in the first half, showcasing his talent and versatility. Purdy expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance, stating, “When everyone’s on point and we’re doing our thing, we’re a hard team to beat.”
On the opposing side, Geno Smith of the Seahawks put up a valiant effort, passing for 312 yards and a touchdown, but was intercepted twice. The Seahawks, under first-year coach Mike Macdonald, suffered their third consecutive loss after starting the season with three wins.
Despite a strong second-half challenge by Seattle, including a 97-yard kickoff return for a touchdown by Laviska Shenault Jr., the 49ers managed to maintain their lead. The Seahawks closed the gap to 29-24 late in the game, but San Francisco sealed the deal with a 76-yard dash downfield by Isaac Guerendo, setting up Juszczyk’s 6-yard TD run to secure the win.
Purdy emphasized the team’s focus on finishing games strong, stating, “We talk about it all the time, and it’s something we’ve had to get better at this season. Coach always says, no matter what the score is, our offense should be able to put up points when our team needs it.”
In the post-game press conference, Macdonald acknowledged the Seahawks’ struggles and vowed to analyze the game thoroughly to make necessary improvements. The NFC West division now sees the 49ers and Seahawks tied for first place with identical 3-3 records, setting the stage for an exciting rivalry moving forward.
