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Recap: Big defensive plays, Mike Evans magic lead 49ers to wild 32-29 win over Seahawks

The 49ers beat the Seahawks 32-29 to improve to 5-0, fueled by four takeaways, five sacks, a clutch Mike Evans performance and a dramatic late finish.

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 12:00 AM
Recap: Big defensive plays, Mike Evans magic lead 49ers to wild 32-29 win over Seahawks
Key Things to Know
  • The 49ers defeated the Seahawks 32-29 to improve to 5-0 on the season.
  • Mike Evans recorded seven catches for 113 yards, one touchdown, and a two-point conversion.
  • Eddy Pineiro kicked the decisive 44-yard field goal with two minutes remaining.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The San Francisco 49ers secured a hard-fought 32-29 road victory over the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field on Sunday, October 11, 2026. Wide receiver Mike Evans starred with seven receptions for 113 yards, a touchdown, and a key two-point conversion. Quarterback Brock Purdy threw for two touchdowns, while the 49ers defense produced four takeaways and five sacks to maintain an undefeated 5-0 record and extend their NFC West division lead.

San Francisco built a first-half lead through takeaways, including a fumble recovery touchdown by rookie defensive tackle Gracen Halton. After Seattle took a second-half lead behind Sam Darnold and Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Purdy found Brandin Cooks for a go-ahead touchdown, followed by Eddy Pineiro's game-winning 44-yard field goal. The physical contest also featured the first-half ejection of 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw for headbutting Seattle's Ernest Jones IV.

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