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October 20, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) passes the football against Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Malik Herring (94) during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

49ers Offense Shut Down in 28-18 Loss to the Kansas City Chiefs

Another 49ers loss to Kansas City and the concern is that Kyle Shanahan has yet to figure out Steve Spagnuolo’s defense in five years. Press man coverage and aggressive pressure led to three Brock Purdy interceptions as the 49ers fell yet again to KC.

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October 20, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) passes the football against Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Malik Herring (94) during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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49ers Offense Shut Down in 28-18 Loss to the Kansas City Chiefs

Another 49ers loss to Kansas City and the concern is that Kyle Shanahan has yet to figure out Steve Spagnuolo’s defense in five years. Press man coverage and aggressive pressure led to three Brock Purdy interceptions as the 49ers fell yet again to KC.

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Oct 20, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan reacts after the Kansas City Chiefs picked up a first down in the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images
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San Francisco 49ers 18, Kansas City Chiefs 28: Grades

The San Francisco 49ers just lost yet again to the Kansas City Chiefs, this time by a score of 28-18. Here are the 49ers' grades for this embarrassing performance.

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October 20, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) passes the football against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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49ers Silenced on Offense by the Chiefs Again in 28-18 Loss

For the fifth game in a row under Kyle Shanahan, the 49ers have lost to the Chiefs with offense once again disappointing.

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Oct 20, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) is tackled by Kansas City Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis (56) in the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images
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San Francisco 49ers vs. Kansas City Chiefs Week 7 Live Blog

This is the live blog for the San Francisco 49ers' Week 7 game against the Kansas City Chiefs. This is will be updated requently with information and analysis from the press box.

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Feb 11, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (11) makes a catch against Kansas City Chiefs safety Mike Edwards (21) during overtime of Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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Key Factors to Watch in Chiefs vs 49ers

The 49ers get a chance to get revenge against the Chiefs in Week 7. What are the key matchups to watch and what needs to happen to see a Niners victory?

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Feb 11, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) runs the ball against San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner (54) during Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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49ers-Chiefs Game Preview: Climbing The Mountain

George Kittle is ready and his teammates are pumped for an emotional matchup against the team that has owned the 49ers recently, the Kansas City Chiefs. Can the Niners finally climb the mountain? To get the win, they will need to play their best game of t

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Oct 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings (15) warms up before the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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49ers Rule Jauan Jennings Out Against the Chiefs

Not having wide receiver Jauan Jennings available against the Chiefs will sting the 49ers a bit.

Jose Luis Sanchez III
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Oct 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) runs with the ball above Arizona Cardinals linebacker Kyzir White (7) during the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images
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49ers Need to Feature Offensive Star Against the Chiefs

Defeating the Chiefs will be achievable if the 49ers feature this offensive star against them unlike in the Super Bowl.

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Oct 7, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) drops back to pass as offensive tackle Jawaan Taylor (74) gets ready to block during the first half against the New Orleans Saints at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
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Behind Enemy Lines: Q&A With Chiefs Writer Ahead of 49ers Matchup

What better way to understand the Chiefs ahead of the Week 7 matchup with the 49ers than to step behind enemy lines to gain insight?

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Feb 11, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Kansas City Chiefs safety Mike Edwards (21) tackles San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (11) during overtime of Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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49ers-Chiefs: Three Riveting Matchups to Watch

Defeating the Chiefs in the Super Bowl LVIII rematch will come down to these three riveting matchups for the 49ers.

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Oct 10, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) drags his toes for a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks during the second half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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Kittle and the Kids Finish Seattle in 36-24 49ers Win

The Niners go up 23-3, Seattle responds to cut it to 23-17, the game and the season are on the line. Will the Niners blow a lead again or will they push through

Tom Jensen
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Oct 10, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) celebrates after throwing a touchdown pass against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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San Francisco 49ers 36, Seattle Seahawks 24: Grades

The 49ers just beat the Seattle Seahawks 36-24. Here are the 49ers' grades for this performance.

Grant Cohn
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Oct 10, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) spikes the ball after scoring a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks during the second half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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49ers Survive Second-Half Scare to Defeat Seattle 36-24

Well, that was a close one. The 49ers survive a second-half scare to defeat the Seahawks 36-24 with their rookies stepping up in pivotal moments.

Jose Luis Sanchez III
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Oct 10, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. (1) runs away from Seattle Seahawks linebacker Boye Mafe (53) to score a 76-yard touchdown during the first half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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San Francisco 49ers @ Seattle Seahawks Thursday Night Week 6 Live Blog

This is the live blog for the San Francisco 49ers' Week 6 road game against the Seattle Seahawks. This will be updated frequently with information and analysis from the press box.

Grant Cohn
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Dec 10, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) grabs the face mask of San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner (54) after the end of play in the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images
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Key Factors to Watch in 49ers vs. Seahawks

The 49ers get their chance to silence their critics as they face the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday Night Football. What does this team need to do to get to 3-3?

Conor Wayland
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Oct 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward (7) after the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images
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49ers CB Charvarius Ward Inactive with Knee Injury vs. Seahawks

The 49ers won't have one of their best players Thursday night against the Seattle Seahawks. Charvarius Ward is inactive with a knee injury that he suffered Sunday against the Cardinals according to head coach Kyle Shanahan.

Grant Cohn
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Nov 23, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan stands on the sideline during the third quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Predicting the Final Score of the 49ers' Week 6 Game vs. the Seahawks

The 49ers essentially have to win this game. If they lose, they'll be in free fall because their next two games will be against the Chiefs and the Cowboys. So if the 49ers can't beat the banged -up Seahawks, who can they beat?

Grant Cohn
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Oct 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (right) and Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (left) greet each other after the game at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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San Francisco 49ers 23, Arizona Cardinals 24: Grades

The 49ers just blew another 10-point fourth quarter lead and lost 24-23 to the Arizona Cardinals. Now the 49ers are 2-3. Here are their grades for this pathetic performance.

Grant Cohn
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Oct 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) runs for a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers during the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images
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49ers Waste Another Double-Digit Lead in Loss to Arizona

No lead is ever safe for the 49ers after they wasted another double-digit lead to lose 24-23 to the Cardinals.

Jose Luis Sanchez III
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Oct 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) warms up before the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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San Francisco 49ers vs. Arizona Cardinals Week 5 Live Blog

This is the live blog for the San Francisco 49ers' Week 5 home game against the Arizona Cardinals. I will update this frequently with information and analysis from the press box.

Grant Cohn
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Dec 17, 2023; Glendale, Ariz, United States; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) delivers a pass while hit by San Francisco 49ers defensive end Clelin Ferrell (94) during the third quarter at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Chow-Arizona Republic
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San Francisco 49ers-Arizona Cardinals Game Preview: Containing Speed

The Arizona Cardinals only have half a team, but that half is dangerous, a balanced offense with three playmakers. Dual threat quarterback Kyler Murray, bell cow running back James Conner, and rookie receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. will test the 49ers.

Tom Jensen
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Sep 9, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk (44) talks with running back Christian McCaffrey (23) on the sideline during the second quarter against the New York Jets at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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49ers Hope to Have Christian McCaffrey Back for Week 7 vs. Chiefs

Finally, the 49ers get some good news about Christian McCaffrey. He just completed a full week of physical activity without suffering a setback to his bilateral Achilles tendonitis, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. This is a big step for him.

Grant Cohn
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January 20, 2024; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) and linebacker Fred Warner (54) celebrate after defeating the Green Bay Packers in a 2024 NFC divisional round game at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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49ers LB Fred Warner and George Kittle Expected to Play vs. Cardinals

Fred Warner and George Kittle are expected to play today against the Arizona Cardinals, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Both players missed practice on Wednesday and Thursday and were limited for Friday's walkthrough.

Grant Cohn
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Sep 29, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner (54) warms up before the game against the New England Patriots at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images
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49ers Injury Report: Two Star Players Questionable Against Arizona

The 49ers have five players listed as questionable against Arizona in Week 5 with two star players headlining it.

Jose Luis Sanchez III
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Sep 29, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) catches a touchdown against New England Patriots safety Dell Pettus (24) during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images
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49ers Find Confidence and Identity in 30-13 Win Over Patriots

Reeling from a last-minute loss to the Rams, the 49ers needed a game to find themselves. New England served as a necessary sparring partner for the Niners in a no doubt about it 30-13 win.

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