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49ers Survive Seahawks in Thrilling 32-29 Showdown

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Double K’s NFL Game Review:(San Fransico 49ers (5-0) 32 vs Seattle Seahawks (3-2) 29 )

🏈 NFL Game Review: San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks

NFC Divisional Playoffs: San Francisco 49ers v Seattle Seahawks

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Week 5 | October 11, 2026 | Lumen Field, Seattle

The San Francisco 49ers survived a wild NFC West showdown, defeating the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks 32–29 to improve to 5–0. The rivalry delivered big defensive plays, costly turnovers, a fourth-quarter comeback, and a dramatic finish.

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San Francisco 49ers

Record: 5–0

32

Seattle Seahawks

Record: 3–2

29

Final score · San Francisco wins on the road

1. Game recap: A defensive battle turned into a thriller

The 49ers started strong, with Brock Purdy connecting with Mike Evans for an early touchdown. Both teams traded scores, but San Francisco’s defense repeatedly created opportunities, including a fumble recovery touchdown by rookie defensive tackle Gracen Halton just before halftime.

The 49ers took a 21–13 lead into the break. Seattle then rallied in the third quarter, scoring 13 unanswered points to take a 26–21 lead. With San Francisco’s offense struggling and Deebo Samuel leaving with a hamstring injury, the game appeared to be slipping away.

Purdy responded when it mattered most. He connected with Evans on several key fourth-quarter throws before finding Brandin Cooks for a touchdown. A successful two-point conversion to Evans put San Francisco ahead 29–26.

Seattle tied the game at 29, but the 49ers drove into field-goal range. Eddy Piñeiro converted a 44-yard kick with 1:56 remaining to put San Francisco ahead for good. The defense then stopped Seattle’s final push to secure the win.

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2. ⭐ Offensive standouts

Brock Purdy — Quarterback

19/29 · 189 yards · 2 TD · 1 INT

Purdy struggled for stretches against Seattle’s aggressive defense, but his fourth-quarter composure was crucial. He delivered two scoring passes and led the decisive field-goal drive.

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Mike Evans — Game-changing receiver

7 receptions · 113 yards · 1 TD

Evans was Purdy’s most important target, especially late in the game. His contested catches and two-point conversion reception helped turn a five-point deficit into a 29–26 lead.

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Christian McCaffrey — Running back

11 carries · 68 yards · 1 TD

McCaffrey provided an important rushing touchdown in the second quarter and helped San Francisco move the ball during the final possession.

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Brandin Cooks — Clutch touchdown

Cooks hauled in a seven-yard touchdown from Purdy in the fourth quarter, helping San Francisco reclaim the lead.

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3. 🛡️ The defense delivered when it counted

San Francisco’s defense was the difference-maker, forcing four turnovers and recording five sacks.

Renardo Green: Intercepted Sam Darnold twice, disrupting Seattle’s passing attack.
Gracen Halton: Recorded his first career sack and recovered a fumble in the end zone for a touchdown just before halftime.
Fred Warner: Led the defense with 10 tackles and continued to create problems for opposing ball carriers.
Malik Mustapha: Helped seal the game by stopping Cooper Kupp short of the first down on Seattle’s final possession.

The defense wasn’t flawless. Seattle’s Jaxon Smith-Njigba found openings, and the Seahawks scored 13 points in the third quarter. But San Francisco made the decisive stops when the game was on the line.

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4. 📊 Final team statistics

Statistic	49ers	Seahawks
Final score	32	29
Total yards	283	284
Passing yards	189	195
Rushing yards	94	89
First downs	14	14
Third-down conversions	4/12	3/12
Turnovers	3	4
Time of possession	29:02	30:58
Red-zone efficiency	3/3	2/3

The numbers show just how close this game was. Seattle actually gained one more yard than San Francisco, but the 49ers made better use of their scoring opportunities and came away with one fewer turnover.

5. 🔥 Three defining moments

Moment 1: Halton’s defensive touchdown

With seconds left in the first half, Halton recovered a fumble in the end zone. Instead of heading to halftime with a narrow lead, San Francisco went up 21–13.

Moment 2: Purdy and Evans answer back

After Seattle took a 26–21 lead, Purdy connected with Evans and Cooks to engineer a touchdown drive and convert the two-point attempt. The 49ers regained the lead at 29–26.

Moment 3: Piñeiro’s winning kick

After Seattle tied the game at 29, Piñeiro drilled a 44-yard field goal with 1:56 remaining. The defense finished the job on Seattle’s final drive.

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6. 🚑 Injury and discipline concerns

Deebo Samuel: Left with a hamstring injury after fumbling on a rushing play in the third quarter and did not return. Reuters+1
Dre Greenlaw: Was ejected after a sideline altercation involving Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV. His absence left San Francisco with a significant defensive adjustment to make. StatMuse+1
Special teams: A muffed punt and a missed 52-yard field goal nearly cost the 49ers the game. Those mistakes will need attention despite the win. San Francisco Chronicle+1

7. Overall game grade

49ers overall grade

B+

Offense

B

Defense

A

Special teams

D

Coaching and late-game execution

B+

The good: Four takeaways, five sacks, a defensive touchdown, clutch fourth-quarter passing and a game-winning field goal.

The concerns: Offensive inconsistency, three turnovers of their own, special-teams mistakes and Samuel’s injury.

🔴 Final verdict: Statement win for San Francisco

The 49ers improved to 5–0 and took another important step toward establishing themselves as a legitimate Super Bowl contender. Beating the defending champions in Seattle was a major achievement, especially after surrendering the lead in the third quarter.

However, this was not a dominant offensive performance. San Francisco won because its defense generated opportunities and Purdy delivered under pressure when the game was on the line. The Seahawks had a chance to respond on their final drive, but Smith-Njigba’s third-down drop and Kupp being stopped short ended the comeback attempt.

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The Classroom talking point: Are the 49ers the NFC’s team to beat at 5–0, or should their offensive struggles and turnover problems be a warning sign despite the win?

49ers vs. Seahawks

Lumen Field • Seattle, WA

49ers

5-0

32

Final

Oct 11

29

Seahawks

3-2

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Seahawks Dominate 49ers in NFC Divisional Playoff

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Double K’s NFL Game Review:(San Francisco 49ers (13-6) vs Seattle Seahawks (15-3))

Here’s a full review of the San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks game from January 17, 2026 — an NFC Divisional Round playoff matchup that ended in a blowout:

📊 Final Score

Seattle Seahawks 41, San Francisco 49ers 6

🏈 Game Flow & Key Plays

Explosive Start

Rashid Shaheed electrified the crowd by returning the opening kickoff 95 yards for a touchdown — one of the fastest scores you’ll ever see, happening just about 13 seconds into the game. (New York Post)

Seahawks Build the Lead

Seattle added a field goal and Sam Darnold hit Jaxon Smith-Njigba for a touchdown, building a 17–0 lead in the first quarter. (New York Post)

Dominant Defense

The Seahawks defense was outstanding, forcing multiple turnovers, stopping three fourth-down attempts, and holding the 49ers out of the end zone entirely. (Reuters)

Running Game Takes Over

Kenneth Walker III was the workhorse, finishing with 116 rushing yards and 3 touchdowns, helping Seattle control both clock and momentum. (Reuters)

Minimal 49ers Offense

San Francisco managed only two field goals and never crossed the goal line. Christian McCaffrey was limited, and Brock Purdy struggled against Seattle’s defensive pressure. (NBC Sports Bay Area)

📌 Statistical Highlights

Seahawks total dominance: 41 points to 6, tie for one of the biggest division rivalry playoff wins in the Super Bowl era. (SI)
Darnold passed for ~124 yards and 1 TD while playing through an oblique concern. (ESPN)
Purdy went 15/27 for ~140 yards, with an interception and a lost fumble. (NBC Sports Bay Area)

🧠 What This Means

For the Seahawks

✔️ Advance to the NFC Championship Game for the first time since 2014. (Reuters)
✔️ Defense and special teams delivered huge momentum-shifting plays. (New York Post)

For the 49ers

❌ Season ends with a disappointing and lopsided loss. (San Francisco Chronicle)
❌ Injuries and lack of explosive plays severely limited offensive output. (Covers.com)
❌ Questions linger about execution against elite defenses.

🔥 Quick Takeaways

Opening kickoff TD set the tone instantly. (New York Post)
Seattle’s defense and run game were far superior. (Reuters)
49ers offense never really threatened, capped at 6 points. (NBC Sports Bay Area)
Seahawks look like a legitimate threat in the NFC going forward. (Reuters)

49ers vs Seahawks: Week 18 Game Analysis

Published on January 6, 2026January 4, 2026 by Kevin KendrickLeave a comment

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Double K’s NFL Game Review:(San Francisco 49ers(12-5) vs Seattle Seahawks (14-3))

Here’s a comprehensive review of the 49ers vs. Seahawks Week 18 game on January 3, 2026:

🏈 Final Score & Stakes

Seattle Seahawks 13 — San Francisco 49ers 3 — played at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara. (ESPN.com)

This game served as the regular-season finale for both teams and had huge playoff implications — the No. 1 seed in the NFC, an NFL first-round bye, and home-field advantage throughout the playoffs were on the line. (ESPN.com)
With the win, the Seahawks (14–3) clinched the NFC West division title, the NFC’s No. 1 seed, and a first-round playoff bye; the 49ers (12–5) will now enter the postseason on the road. (Fox Sports)

🔥 How the Game Unfolded

🟢 Seahawks Key Performances

Zach Charbonnet: Scored the game’s only touchdown — a 27-yard rushing score early in the 1st quarter. (AS USA)
Kenneth Walker III: Strong ground game with 97 rushing yards, helping Seattle control possession and tempo. (AS USA)
Sam Darnold (QB): Efficient game managing the offense — 20/26 for 198 yards, no turnovers — and did enough to lead Seattle to victory. (ESPN.com)
Defense and Turnovers: A critical interception by linebacker Drake Thomas in the 4th quarter sealed the win when San Francisco threatened in the red zone. (AS USA)
Jason Myers added two field goals (45 yd and 31 yd) to extend the lead. (ESPN.com)

👉 Overall, Seattle’s game plan leaned heavily on rushing and defensive control, showcasing their run-first identity and stout defensive front. (AS USA)

🔴 49ers Struggles

Offensive woes: Brock Purdy’s line — 19/27 for 127 yards, 1 INT — illustrated San Francisco’s inability to sustain drives or threaten in the red zone. (ESPN.com)
Christian McCaffrey limited: Held to just 23 rushing yards — far below his usual production. (CBS Sports)
Only score: A 48-yard field goal by Eddy Piñeiro. (ESPN.com)
The 49ers offense struggled to establish rhythm, and except for occasional spurts, couldn’t consistently move the ball. (NBC Sports Bay Area)

🧠 Tactical Breakdown

📊 Seahawks’ Strengths

✔ Dominant rushing attack — controlled clock and field position. (AS USA)
✔ Defense bent but didn’t break — kept San Francisco out of the end zone the whole night. (AS USA)
✔ Clutch play on third down and in key spots, limiting 49ers’ red-zone opportunities and making them settle for a field goal. (AS USA)

📉 49ers’ Issues

❌ Offense never clicked — failed to convert key opportunities into points. (NBC Sports Bay Area)
❌ Pressure and sacks disrupted timing, contributing to stalled drives. (San Francisco Chronicle)
❌ Lowest point total in years — just 3 points is their fewest since 2017. (ESPN.com)

📈 What This Means Moving Forward

📍 For the Seahawks

Clinch the NFC’s top seed, earning a first-round bye and home-field advantage throughout the playoffs — huge for their Super Bowl aspirations. (Fox Sports)
The win capped a strong 14-win regular season and reinforced the team’s identity on both sides of the ball. (Field Gulls)

📍 For the 49ers

Finish 12–5 but will play on the road in the wild-card round. (Fox Sports)
Offensive concerns and execution issues raise questions about their momentum heading into the postseason. (San Francisco Chronicle)

🏁 Final Score Summary

📍 Seahawks 13 — 49ers 3

TD: Charbonnet 27 yd run (SEA)
FGs: Myers (SEA) x2, Piñeiro (SF) x1
Defense: Seattle held SF out of the end zone, big plays on timely downs. (ESPN.com)

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	T
SF	7	14	0	11	32
SEA	7	6	13	3	29