49ers Seahawks/ Brock Purdy TDs/ NFL/ NFC West/ George Kittle/ Deebo Samuel/ Newslooks/ SEATTLE/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Brock Purdy delivered a strong performance with three touchdowns, leading the San Francisco 49ers to a 36-24 victory over the Seattle Seahawks. With Deebo Samuel and George Kittle contributing key plays, the 49ers now sit atop the NFC West after a dominant showing in Seattle.
49ers Defeat Seahawks to Top NFC West: Quick Looks
- Purdy’s Stellar Night: Taylor Purdy threw for 255 yards and three TDs, pacing the 49ers’ offense.
- Key Contributors: Deebo Samuel scored on a 76-yard catch, and George Kittle added two TDs.
- Seahawks’ Setbacks: Geno Smith threw two interceptions, limiting Seattle’s chances despite a strong second half.
- Injuries Update: 49ers’ Charvarius Ward was a late scratch, and Seahawks’ Uchenna Nwosu moved to injured reserve.
49ers Beat Seahawks 36-24 as Purdy, Kittle Shine in Seattle
Deep Look
The San Francisco 49ers secured a 36-24 victory over the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday night, taking the lead in the NFC West. Quarterback Brock Purdy threw for 255 yards and three touchdowns, with Deebo Samuel and George Kittle making big plays in a game where the 49ers never trailed.
After the game, Samuel didn’t hesitate when asked about the night’s top performer: “Brock Purdy,” he said, underscoring Purdy’s role in the 49ers’ success. Purdy showed control throughout the game, completing three touchdown passes and converting three out of seven break points. His chemistry with Kittle and Samuel helped San Francisco fend off a late Seattle surge and end the night in a tie with the Seahawks at 3-3 for the NFC West lead.
Key Playmakers Stand Out
Deebo Samuel added flair to the 49ers’ offense, scoring a 76-yard catch-and-run touchdown early in the second quarter and finishing with 102 receiving yards. Kittle also had a standout night, pulling in five catches for 58 yards and two touchdowns. Following his second touchdown, Kittle celebrated by leaping into the stands to hug his wife, who sat in the front row with Kyle Juszczyk’s family.
In addition to the offensive firepower, newly signed kicker Matthew Wright kept San Francisco ahead with three first-half field goals of 25, 41, and 35 yards. Filling in for the injured Jake Moody, Wright’s consistency helped the 49ers jump to a 16-0 lead.
Seahawks’ Second-Half Rally Falls Short
Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith struggled against the 49ers’ defense, completing 312 yards with one touchdown but throwing two costly interceptions. Down 23-3 at the start of the second half, Seattle found momentum through Laviska Shenault Jr., who returned a kickoff 97 yards for a touchdown. Seattle followed with a 94-yard drive capped by a one-yard touchdown from Kenneth Walker III to cut the score to 23-17.
However, Smith’s second interception, caught by Renardo Green, set up Kittle’s second touchdown of the game and extended San Francisco’s lead to 29-17. Despite Smith connecting with Tyler Lockett for a 9-yard touchdown pass, San Francisco responded immediately. Running back Isaac Guerendo’s 76-yard run set up Juszczyk’s 6-yard touchdown run to seal the victory.
Afterward, Purdy acknowledged the team’s emphasis on finishing games: “No matter what the score is, our offense should be able to put up points when our team needs it,” he said.
Seahawks’ Rushing Struggles Continue
Seattle’s offense has struggled to establish a run game this season, a trend that continued Thursday night with only 52 rushing yards, 32 of which came from Kenneth Walker III. Seattle’s lack of ground support left Smith vulnerable, particularly as the 49ers’ defense tightened down the stretch.
The 49ers also made defensive plays early, with rookie safety Malik Mustapha intercepting a pass intended for Lockett on the opening drive, marking Seattle’s first missed opportunity. A few drives later, Darrell Luter Jr. forced a fumble on Seattle’s kickoff return, leading to Wright’s second field goal and a 13-0 lead for the 49ers.
Injury Updates and Upcoming Matches
The 49ers played without cornerback Charvarius Ward, who was a late scratch with a bruised knee, his first absence since joining the team in 2022. For Seattle, outside linebacker Uchenna Nwosu was placed on injured reserve earlier in the week, and safety Rayshawn Jenkins expressed his commitment to leading the defense, saying, “We have the right guys to get the job done. We just have to be accountable.”
Seattle will travel to face the Atlanta Falcons on October 20, while San Francisco will host the Kansas City Chiefs in a Super Bowl rematch the same day.
With their win over Seattle, the 49ers’ offense and defense both demonstrated depth, chemistry, and resilience. Heading into next week, both teams face tough tests, with the 49ers’ sights set on sustaining their momentum against a Chiefs team ready for redemption.
