Winners, losers as 49ers avoid collapse vs. Seahawks in 36-24 win

Winners, losers as 49ers avoid collapse vs. Seahawks in 36-24 win originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area

The San Francisco 49ers have blown two double-digit leads in the last three weeks in losses. There was a period in the second half when it could’ve transpired again.

San Francisco controlled the game with a 16-3 halftime lead before making it 23-3 in the third. However, special teams errors and momentum saw Seattle storm back to make it 23-17 in the second half.

In the end, Brock Purdy and Co. showed resilience as the 49ers earned a crucial 36-24 road win at the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday Night Football.

Let’s analyze the game further with winners and losers:

WINNER: Brock Purdy, 49ers

Sometimes a game can just boil down to how the quarterbacks performed in the big moments. That factor favored Purdy, who posted solid numbers whereas opponent Geno Smith exhibited his turnover flaws.

Purdy completed 18 of 28 passes for 255 yards, three touchdowns, no picks and no sacks, once again showing his improved ability to extend plays with his legs. It was the opposite for Smith, who was inefficient and turned the ball over twice.

Purdy also had to do so with more injury woes, as Jordan Mason left early after a strong start while Deebo Samuel and George Kittle battled with injuries, too. His key play was a 76-yard catch-and-run touchdown to Samuel early in the second quarter.

LOSER: Geno Smith, Seahawks

As aforementioned, whereas Purdy played a clean game and once again proved how he can help keep the 49ers afloat, Smith revealed how he holds Seattle back.

Smith completed 30 of 52 passes for just 312 yards, one touchdown and two picks, both coming at inopportune times. His first came on Seattle’s first drive when it marched near the red zone, but rookie safety Malik Mustapha picked it off at the one-yard line.

The second came midway through the fourth when Seattle generated momentum and looked prime for a comeback. But rookie cornerback Renardo Green, seeing increased minutes…

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Publish date : 2024-10-11 03:56:40

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