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49ers vs. Falcons: 5 Players to Watch in Week 7 matchup

The 49ers aim for a 7-0 start against the Falcons in Week 7. George Kittle, Jordan Watkins and three others could play key roles before San Francisco's bye.

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 4:27 PM
49ers vs. Falcons: 5 Players to Watch in Week 7 matchup
Key Things to Know
  • Casey Lima highlights five key 49ers players to watch against the Falcons, including George Kittle and Deommodore Lenoir.
  • The 49ers enter the Week 7 contest undefeated at 6-0, while the Falcons currently stand at 2-4.
  • Injuries to wide receivers Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel may lead to expanded playing time for Jordan Watkins.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Casey Lima highlights five key players for the undefeated San Francisco 49ers ahead of their Week 7 matchup against the 2-4 Atlanta Falcons. Coming off a 23-17 win, San Francisco aims to improve to 7-0 while dealing with injuries to receivers Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel. Lima identifies Kyle Juszczyk, Jordan Watkins, Deommodore Lenoir, Gracen Halton, and George Kittle as critical contributors for the upcoming game.

According to Lima, Watkins could see an expanded role due to receiver injuries, while Lenoir faces a key matchup covering Falcons wide receiver Drake London. Defensively, Halton is tasked with helping contain running back Bijan Robinson, and Kittle is highlighted for a favorable matchup against an Atlanta defense that has struggled against tight ends.

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