At a Glance
- 49ers edge Bears 42-38 on Sunday Night Football
- Brock Purdy returns from a pick-six to score 5 touchdowns
- Christian McCaffrey rushes 140 yards, 1 TD
- Why it matters: The win secures the No.1 seed in the NFC West and sets up a showdown with the Seahawks.
The San Francisco 49ers edged the Chicago Bears 42-38 on Sunday Night Football, securing a 12-4 record and the No.1 seed in the NFC West.
A dramatic comeback from Brock Purdy, who bounced back from a pick-six on the opening play, and Christian McCaffrey‘s 140-yard rushing performance were key to the victory.
The win puts San Francisco in prime position to face the Seattle Seahawks next Saturday.
Game Summary
The 49ers and Bears traded early blows, with the 49ers taking a 7-0 lead before the Bears answered. The game swung back and forth, culminating in a final play where Caleb Williams had a chance to complete a touchdown pass, but the 49ers held on to win.
Key moments:
- Purdy‘s pick-six on first play
- Purdy‘s five-touchdown comeback
- McCaffrey‘s 140-yard rush
- Bears had 6 wins in the last 2 minutes of regulation
| Team | Total Yards |
|---|---|
| 49ers | 496 |
| Bears | 440 |
Player Highlights
Brock Purdy threw for 303 yards, three touchdowns, and two rushing scores, completing 24 of 33 passes.
- 303 yards
- 3 passing TDs
- 2 rushing TDs
- 24/33 completions
- Five-touchdown game
Christian McCaffrey rushed 140 yards on 23 carries, added a touchdown, and had 41 receiving yards on four catches.
- 140 rushing yards
- 23 carries
- 1 rushing TD
- 41 receiving yards
- 4 catches
Caleb Williams threw 330 yards, two touchdowns, and completed 25 of 42 passes.
- 330 yards
- 2 TDs
- 25/42 completions
Standings Impact
The win improves the 49ers to 12-4, positioning them to host the 13-3 Seattle Seahawks next Saturday for the NFC West title and No.1 seed.
| Team | Record |
|---|---|
| 49ers | 12-4 |
| Seahawks | 13-3 |
| Bears | 11-5 |
Coach of the Year Consideration
Kyle Shanahan, who has never won Coach of the Year, is poised for the award as he led the 49ers through eight games without Purdy, managing injuries to key players and still achieving a 12-4 record.
- 12-4 record
- Managed injuries to key players
- No prior Coach of the Year award
Key Takeaways
- 49ers clinch No.1 NFC West seed after 42-38 win.
- Brock Purdy‘s five-touchdown game, including a comeback from a pick-six.
- Christian McCaffrey‘s 140-yard rushing performance highlighted the offense.
With the 49ers now in the top spot, the stage is set for a showdown against the Seahawks, while the Bears finish as the No.2 seed.
