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49ers Pass Their First Real Test — Seattle Awaits

The 49ers defeated the Denver Broncos 24-14 to move to 4-0 on the season. It was a defensive battle for most of the game until a turnover and a late Brock Purdy-to-George Kittle touchdown closed it out.

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 9:19 AM
49ers Pass Their First Real Test — Seattle Awaits
Key Things to Know
  • The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Denver Broncos 24-14 to move to a 4-0 record.
  • Brock Purdy completed 19 of 30 passes for 218 yards and two touchdowns.
  • George Kittle sealed the win with a 56-yard touchdown reception in the fourth quarter.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Denver Broncos 24-14 to improve to 4-0 on the season. Quarterback Brock Purdy threw for 218 yards and two touchdowns, including a late 56-yard score to tight end George Kittle to secure the victory. Running back Christian McCaffrey and receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. also scored touchdowns for San Francisco.

San Francisco's offensive line conceded zero sacks for the fourth consecutive week. Linebacker Dre Greenlaw led the defense with 12 tackles against his former team. The 49ers will next travel to face the Seattle Seahawks with first place in the NFC West at stake.

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