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San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: 49ers motivated to sign Purdy as soon as possible; Shanahan makes coaching moves

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) walks off the field after losing to the Detroit Lions Sun Jan 5, 2025 at Levi Stadium (AP News photo)

On the San Francisco 49ers podcast with David:

#1 The 49ers made it no secret they are anxious to sign quarterback Brock Purdy. Purdy’s base salary for 2024 was $985,000. Purdy could get signed for a nine year $50 million deal. Purdy said this is the first time he’s been through the negotiation process but considering it’s his first time those are some good numbers he’s working with.

#2 The 49ers have made some coaching moves today, Clay Kubiak was elevated to defensive coordinator, Nick Sorenson is out from being defensive coordinator has not been fired by the 49ers but will work as an assistant in another position, Brian Schneider was fired as special teams coordinator.

#3 The 49ers released defensive tackle Javon Hargrave talk about Hargrave’s release and was it expected.

David Zizmor is the 49ers analyst for http://www.sportsradioservice.com

San Francisco On the Losing End of Season Finale Against the Cardinals 47-24

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San Francisco 49ers starting quarterback Joshua Dobbs (5) looks to pass against the Arizona Cardinals in the first half at State Farm Stadium in Glendale AZ on Sun Jan 5, 2025 (AP News photo)

By Barbara Mason

The final game of the season finished in much the same way as the San Francisco 49ers (6-11) season went. It was another in a long list of disappointments this season for San Francisco losing to the Arizona Cardinals (8-9) 47-24.

Going from playing in last year’s Super Bowl to being a Super Bowl contender at the start of the season to self-destructing throughout was a shock to many. The litany of injuries this season was crazy. Today’s loss was a rough way to go into the off-season.

Game recap: The first quarter was a tight one with only a field goal apiece for each teams. After the first fifteen minutes of play the score was knotted up 3-3. San Francisco was first up on the board with a successful 51 yard field goal kick from Jake Moody for the early 3-0 lead.

Moody has struggled significantly in the latter games of the season and the successful kick was a welcome sight. The Cardinals tied up the game with 56 seconds left in the quarter. Chad Ryland also kicked a 51 yard field goal tying the game 3-3 going into the second quarter.

The second quarter was productive for both teams. Greg Dortch caught a 23 yard pass from Arizona quarterback Kyler Murray, the first of two touchdowns he threw in the second quarter. The strike gave Arizona a 10-3 lead in the early play of the quarter.

The Cardinals continued to lead throuout most of the quarter. At 5:43 San Francisco scored their first touchdown of the game. Quarterback Joshua Dobbs rushed for one yard and with the successful Moody PAT this game was all tied up 10-10.

The final two minutes of the half turned out to be a scoring frenzy. With 1:51 left in the half Kyler Murray connected with Trey McBride for two yards and the touchdown taking a 17-10 lead.

San Francisco marched downfield scoring: a Joshua Dobbs to Ricky Pearsall 6 yard pass tying up this game at 17. With 16 seconds left in the half this game would more than likely be tied going into the locker room.

The Cardinals thought otherwise and were able to drive to within field goal range to take back the lead at halftime 20-17. Arizona’s Chad Ryland kicked a 49 yard field goal in a wild two minutes of this first half.

Going into the third quarter, this was anybody’s game in a hotly contested affair. The way these two teams were playing one would think there was something at stake more than merely pride. Kyler Murray connected with Greg Dortch for two yards and his third touchdown of the day at 8:28.

The two-point conversion failed as the Cardinals extended their lead to 26-17. With under five minutes left in the quarter San Francisco’s Joshua Dobbs connected with Ricky Pearsall for six yards. Trailing 24-26 San Francisco was still very much in this game going into the fourth quarter.

The final quarter of this game was all Arizona. They would go on to score three times in the fourth quarter with Kyler Murray throwing his fourth touchdown of the game. San Francisco would come up empty in the quarter.

The Cardinals Michael Carter rushed for four yards to open the quarter giving the Cardinals a 33-24 lead. Kyler Murray passed to Marvin Harrison Jr. for 12 yards and a 40-24 Arizona lead. They would finish off San Francisco with 1:47 left in the game. Tony Jones got open and romped for 46 yards. Arizona had scored their sixth touchdown of the game, the final 47-24.

San Francisco’s Joshua Dobbs finished the game with 326 passing yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions. Ricky Pearsall had another solid game with six receptions for 69 yards and one touchdown. Rushing honors for the 49ers went to Patrick Tayler Jr. with 109 yards.

Arizona had a killer fourth quarter. Quarterback Kyler Murray finished the game with some amazing stats. He had 242 passing yards, 22 rushing yards, four touchdowns and no interceptions. The Cardinals receiving core was solid with Trey McBride, Marvin Harrison Jr., Greg Dortch and Zay Jones all contributing to the win.

Game notes: Sunday afternoon the 49ers traveled to Arizona taking on the Arizona Cardinals. At the start of this season, the 49ers were thought of as Super Bowl contenders. It hardly went that way. The injuries began to rear their ugly head early in the season. One key player would return from injury when another would go down.

This had to be so frustrating for the Niners. The injuries continued throughout the entire season; there was no end to the misery. The Cardinals have had a rough season as well with injuries and disappointing play.

The game Sunday was be played in pleasant temperatures with the roof open at State Farm Stadium in Glendale. Both teams were looking to close out their season on a winning note. San Francisco did not play a lot of their starters with Brock Purdy being the most notable with Joshua Dobbs starting in his place.

Both of these teams will now go into the off season with a lot to contemplate. San Francisco has a lot of questions to answer as they now look ahead to the 2025 season. It would appear that Head Coach Kyle Shanahan will remain with the team according to reports.

This is good news for San Francisco. Much of what went wrong this season had little to do with the coaching and much to do with the multitude of injuries they suffered all year. It will be a long off-season for the team as they look ahead to a new start this fall 2025.

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: Will Shanahan rest starters in season finale in Arizona? Purdy out with injury replaced by Dobbs

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) runs for a touchdown in first half action against the Detroit Lions at Levi Stadium at Santa Clara on Monday Night Football Dec 30, 2024 (AP News photo)

On San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor:

#1 David, the Detroit Lions are the hottest team in the NFL at 14-2, how surprised were you that they were behind the San Francisco 49ers (6-10) after the first half 21-13. At that point in the game did the 49ers have to think we might have a shot at this thing or these are the Lions this thing is far from over?

#2 In the second half the Lions shutdown the 49ers offense allowing them just a touchdown in the third quarter and six points in the fourth quarter. Despite the lack of scoring in the second half San Francisco just lost by a close margin 40-34.

#3 The 49ers close out their regular season in Arizona against the Cardinals. Do you see coach Kyle Shanahan using most of his bench and resting his starters including quarterback Brock Purdy to conclude this 2024 season?

David Zizmor does the San Francisco 49ers podcasts at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

The 49ers lose to Lions in Scoring Marathon 40-34

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Detroit Lions quarterback Jerod Goff (16) throws a pass against the San Francisco 49ers defense at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara on Monday Night Football Dec 30, 2024 (AP News photo)

By Barbara Mason

In a high stakes game for the Detroit Lions (14-2), the San Francisco 49ers (6-10) were looking to tack on another win over the Lions. They led for all of the first half but two Brock Purdy interceptions turned the tide in this game.

San Francisco dictated the play in the first half; the Lions did not have a single stop in the first two quarters. Going into the second half this game was tight .

The final was 40-34 in favor of the playoff bound Lions. It was a rough night for San Francisco kicker Jake Moody who missed two field goals and one extra point attempt.

Game recap: San Francisco got a hot start scoring first and taking a 7-0 lead. At 8:37 Brock Purdy hit Ricky Pearsall for three yards and a touchdown. Jake Moody kicked the extra point and San Francisco was off and running.

At 3:42 the Lions answered. Jameson Williams rushed for three yards scoring the touchdown. The Jake Bates extra point attempt was blocked and the 49ers continued to lead going into the second quarter 7-6.

San Francisco extended their lead in the second quarter. Brock Purdy threw his second touchdown pass finding Kyle Juszczyk for nine yards. The Moody extra kick was good giving the 49ers a 14-13 lead.

Detroit kept pace moving the ball downfield with some razzle dazzle plays finishing the drive with a Jared Goff one yard pass to Amon-Ra St. Brown. The extra point was good and the 49ers were clinging to a 14-6 lead.

The Lions scored their second touchdown of the game continuing to trail by one point 13-14. San Francisco extended that lead at 6:13. The fifth touchdown of the game was a nine yard rush from Brock Purdy and he had his third touchdown of the game.

The extra point was good and San Francisco had a 21-13 lead in this see-saw game. This was the first game this season to start off with five touchdowns in the first half and there was still a lot of time left on the clock.

The Lions went back on offense in this fast-paced first half of football looking to make this a one-point game going into halftime. Deep in San Francisco territory the Lions went on a 4th and 3 and failed.

The 49ers had their first defensive stop of the game with 1:13 left in the half. Speedster Isaac Guerendo caught back to back passes on San Francisco’s final drive of the half putting together a perfect two minute drive looking for at least a field goal before the half. Jake Moody attempted a 51 yard field goal which failed and the score was 21-13 after the first two quarters. Detroit would start the second half still looking for their first stop of the game.

The Lions had the first possession in the third quarter. They wasted no time tying up this game. Quarterback Jared Goff found Sam LaPorta for six yards and the touchdown. The two point conversion was good and this game was all tied up at 21.

The 49ers went back to work driving downfield culminating in a Deebo Samuel catch, a five yard pass from Purdy taking back the lead 28-21. The craziness had continued in the third quarter of this marathon opening with two second half touchdowns.

The Lions stalled in their next possession and had to settle for the field goal. San Francisco had their second stop of the game. Lions kicker Jake Bates kicked a 57 yard field goal and the 49ers held onto a 28-24 lead.

With 4:25 left in the third quarter the 49ers would be looking for more. It didn’t turn out so good for Brock Purdy when he threw the first interception of the game and the Lions were back in business at the San Francisco 43 yard line.

Detroit would go for it on fourth and goal and this time came away with the touchdown taking the lead 31-28. Goff connected with Amon-Ra St. Brown for four yards and the extra point was good.

San Francisco had a nice drive to start the fourth quarter but it stalled out and the attempted 58 Yd field goal failed as Jake Moody continued to struggle. The Lions extended their lead driving deep into San Francisco territory but could not reach the end zone.

They settled for a Jake Bates 42 yard field goal and a 34-28 lead with 10:29 left in the game. Detroit finally got to Brock Purdy for their first sack of the game on their next possession. The San Francisco drive sputtered thanks to several penalties but came to a screeching halt when Brock Purdy threw his second interception of the game.

The Lions had given up a lot of yards but had the two takeaways that may have turned out to be the deciding factor in this game. Detroit took the pick back down into the end zone for their fifth touchdown of the game and a 40-28 lead.

Jahmyr Gibbs rushed for 30 yards and the score. The Lions would finish off the game with a second Purdy sack. With 43 ticks left on the clock the 49ers would score one last touchdown. Joshua Dobbs rushed for seven yards and the final score of the game. The final was 40-34 in favor of Detroit.

Brock Purdy finished the game with 377 passing yards and three touchdowns going 27 of 35. It was the two interceptions that turned the tide for the 49ers. Ricky Pearsall had a great game with eight receptions, 141 yards and one touchdown. George Kittle also had eight receptions for 112 yards. San Francisco finished with 412 receiving yards. It was rough going for Jake Moody who missed a 51 and 58 yard field goal and an extra point.

Detroit quarterback Jared Goff finished the game with 303 passing yards, three touchdowns and no interceptions. Jahmyr Gibbs had 117 receiving yards and one touchdown. Jameson Williams had a rushing and a receiving touchdown for the Lions. They will now head into a division showdown to close out the regular season taking on the Minnesota Vikings Sunday night at 5:20 PM.

Game notes: Monday night the 49ers took on the Lions at Levi’s Stadium. While there will be no playoffs for the 49ers this year they would love to put a bit of a wrench in the playoff plans of the Lions but it wasn’t in the cards as the Lions spoiled the 49ers half 21-13 half time lead with a second half comeback.

The Minnesota Vikings are fighting Detroit for the top spot in the NFC North. Monday night’s game was an important one for the Lions who are seeking the number one seed and kept pace with the Vikings.

San Francisco will finish the season off against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on Sunday. Kickoff for the game is scheduled for 1:25 PM.

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: Lions on a roll will bring A game to Levi Stadium on Monday Night Football

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Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff poured it on against the Chicago Bears. Goff threw for three touchdowns at Soldier Field in Chicago on Sun Dec 22, 2024 (AP News photo)

On the 49ers podcast with David Zizmor:

#1 The 49ers continue to fall they lost their second in a row to the Miami Dolphins last Sunday and are in the basement of the NFC West at 6-9.

#2 There has been commentary that quarterback Brock Purdy doesn’t have the impact that he once had in previous seasons and that he isn’t his old Mr. Relevant self isn’t who he once was?

#3 The 49ers host the Mighty Detroit Lions on Monday Night Football Dec 30th at 5:15pm. The Lions are on a tear at 13-2 and are getting the best out of quarterback Jared Goff. Talk about your thoughts on how you see the Lions and 49ers match up on Monday night.

Join David Zizmor for the 49ers podcasts at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

49ers Finished For 2024 Post Season Birth Losing To Dolphins 29-17

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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver (1) breaks through a tackle attempted by the Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Zach Sieler (92) at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on Sun Dec 22, 2024 (AP News photo)

By Barbara Mason

With not much left to play for other than pride, the San Francisco 49ers (6-9) took on the Miami Dolphins (7-8) on the road. The game was riddled with mistakes between two teams that had next to no chance for a wild card.

The Dolphins came out on top winning this game 29-17. Miami is still alive but barely breathing and the 49ers are finished for the season. San Francisco struggled throughout the game and capped it off with a Jake Moody, chip shot that missed, field goal in the third quarter. This was just how it went for the Niners in the 2024 season.

Game recap: The first quarter was a defensive battle throughout. The Dolphins finally got up on the scoreboard in the latter minutes of the opening quarter taking a 3-0 lead. Miami’s Jason Sanders kicked a 44 yard field goal to give the Dolphins the lead going into the second quarter. Neither team was able to generate much offense in the first quarter.

Both teams got some much improved offensive effort in the second quarter. Both teams scored a touchdown coupled with a field goal. San Francisco had the first touchdown of the game at 14:14. Quarterback Brock Purdy found Deebo Samuel for 16 yards, not only scoring the touchdown but taking the lead away from Miami 7-3.

The Dolphins Jason Sanders kicked a 38 yard field goal getting within one point 6-7. As the clock began to wind down on the half, Miami scored a Tua Tagovailoa to Tyreek Hill touchdown and the Dolphins were back in front 13-7. San Francisco’s Jake Moody kicked a 21 yard field goal with 1:36 left on the clock trailing at the half 13-10.

The third quarter show-cased two teams that had next to nothing to play for but pride. San Francisco did not score in the entire third quarter. The Dolphins were able to muster a couple of field goals taking a 19-10 lead. Miami’s Sanders kicked a 54 yard field goal at 10:57 and a second one at 1:08 for 33 yards to close out the quarter.

San Francisco put together a nice drive to open the fourth quarter. Brock Purdy found De’Von Achane for a couple of yards pulling to within two points 17-19. Miami took over for the reminder of the quarter scoring a 48 yard field goal followed by a spectacular De’Von Achane 50 yard rush for the game’s final touchdown at 1:36. The final was 29-17 in favor of the Dolphins. Miami’s kicker was perfect all day with five successful field goals.

Brock Purdy finished the game with two touchdowns and 313 passing yards. The Dolphins stuffed their rushing game only allowing 81 total yards. George Kittle had the high in receptions with 106 yards and eight catches.

Game notes: Going into week 16 of the 2024 NFL season the 49ers’ (6-9) chances for a wild card had sunk to a 1% chance and that is with a lot of help. Sunday they played another team with close to their record the Miami Dolphins (7-8) also struggling this season.

Both teams have struggled with injury throughout the season which can certainly make or break a successful run. Playing in Miami, the Dolphins were favored and won this game. The Dolphins still have an outside chance at a playoff berth but their chances are pretty slim albeit not as dismal as San Francisco’s next to none chances.

It has just been a horrible season for the San Francisco 49ers, a team that is crowded with undeniable talent but what could go wrong for a team did indeed go wrong for San Francisco this year. It has been disappointment after disappointment; they just couldn’t catch a break. With just two games left in the season they will took the field and played ball trying to continue to proudly uphold the franchise they represent with dignity and pride but it was just too much Miami Sunday for the loss.

Neither team has had a great season this year and this game was pretty even. Miami amassed 381 yards to 374 for San Francisco. The Dolphins came away without a single turnover and San Francisco gave up an interception.

Miami had 22 first downs and San Francisco had 20. This game was played on pretty even terms and San Francisco came up short. What the future holds for San Francisco from the players all the way up to the coaching staff remains to be seen as they go into the off season. There will no doubt be a lot of changes down the pike for the San Francisco 49ers.

49ers host the Detroit Lions on Monday Night Football Dec 30th at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara for a 5:15PM PST.

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: Suspending Campbell rather than releasing him saves 49ers money in base salary

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San Francisco De’Vondre Campbell (59) has been suspended for three games after refusing to get into the game against the Los Angeles Rams last Thu Dec 12, 2024 at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara. He will not be released by the team. (AP News photo)

On the San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor:

#1 On the suspension of linebacker De’Vondre Campbell for the rest of the season by not releasing him the 49ers save $261,666 which is his base salary for the three games that he’s suspended out of his $3.35 million signing bonus. Campbell is signed for one season at $5 million.

#2 In terms of the team is concerned how surprised or shocked did this effect the team that Campbell wasn’t going into the game.

#3 Sun Dec 22 the 49ers (6-8) are in Miami for a 1:25pm PST kick off. The Dolphins (6-8) are 4-3 at home and the 49ers are 2-4 on the road. How do you see this match up this Sunday?

Join David Zizmor for the 49ers podcasts each Wednesday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Rams Beat San Francisco Almost Extinguishing Playoff Hopes 12-6; Rams 4 field goals do in SF

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Los Angeles Rams linebacker Christian Rozeboom front right puts the tackle on San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel center in first half action at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara on Thu Dec 12, 2024 (AP News photo)

By Barbara Mason

The San Francisco 49ers (6-8) lost a critical game to their rival the Los Angeles Rams (8-6) 12-6 as rain soaked Levi’s Stadium. The inclement weather didn’t help the sloppy play that this game revealed. Over 71,-000 fans were present despite the weather hoping the team would keep their playoff hopes alive.

What they got was a stinker of a game. Quarterback Brock Purdy finished the game with 142 passing yards, three sacks, one interception and no touchdowns. San Francisco did hold a 6-3 lead going into the fourth quarter but came up short when the Rams scored three field goals in the final quarter.

Game recap: The first quarter of this game was wet and sloppy, in fact it would rain throughout the entire first half. After the first 15 minutes of play San Francisco came away with a single field goal and a 3-0 lead. Jake Moody connected for a 53 yard field goal. There were seven punts in the opening quarter.

The second quarter was equally sloppy for both teams. Los Angeles did tie up the game with a 48 yard field goal courtesy of kicker Joshua Karty 3-3. That would be the only points scored in the first half. Both quarterbacks struggled in the first half although both teams were able to get within field goal range. It was a bizarre first half, an offensive struggle with some solid defense.

The 49ers would kick their second field goal of the game to take a 6-3 lead in the third quarter. Jake Moody kicked a 47 yard field goal taking the 6-3 lead into the fourth quarter. Going into the half, the rain came to an end which could possibly make for some much improved football.

The Rams saved the best for last kicking three field goals in the final quarter of play. San Francisco could not keep them out of field goal range. Los Angeles’ kicker Joshua Karty kicked a 23 yarder at 13:38, a second kick for 27 yards at 9:28 and a third field goal with 18 second left in the game for 29 yards taking a 12-6 lead which would be the final. The Rams while unable to score any touchdowns but were able to drive deep into San Francisco territory three times to take the lead and win this game.

It was only four days ago that San Francisco won the highest scoring game of this year’s season. Thursday night they couldn’t get anything going. Of course the weather had a lot to do with the outcome but the Rams also had the same challenge.

Los Angeles did a better job on the ground with 142 yards rushing to San Francisco’s 63 yards. It was a tough night for S.F. quarterback Brock Purdy who finished with 142 yards passing yards, three sacks, one interception and no touchdowns.

San Francisco had driven into field goal range when Purdy was intercepted. This game turned into a punt-athon with neither team scoring a touchdown the entire game. This was the first time since 2019 that San Francisco had failed to score a touchdown.

The Rams were able to get a little more offense than San Francisco did. It was not either teams finest hour although the Rams had more fight than the 49ers did considering the importance that this game carried for both teams.

Los Angeles deserves a lot of credit for being able to find a way to win Thursday night. They are now a 1/2 game behind the division leading Seattle Seahawks after starting off the season 1-4.

Game notes: The 49ers took on the Rams in a prime time Thursday Night Football showdown. This was a crucial game for San Francisco if they were to have any chance for a wild card spot in the playoffs. It was a huge game for the Rams as well who are now two games ahead of San Francisco improve their record to 8-6 record.

San Francisco remains short-handed in the running back position but had the services of Isaac Guerendo. The weather could not have been worse for this all-important game with a drizzle to steady rain. This was just another obstacle for San Francisco to contend with.

San Francisco will not take the field until December 22 in a game with the Miami Dolphins. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:25 PM. With three games left in the season San Francisco’s hopes for a wild card berth are dwindling.

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: Deebo says “Not Struggling at all just not getting the ball” on X

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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel says he’s not getting enough touches on his X account although he’s second behind Jordan Mason carries (photo from the San Francisco 49ers)

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor:

#1 On Monday San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel said on X “Not struggling at all just not getting the ball” is he right is he not getting enough chances or is he wrong he’s not producing from the chances that he’s given.

#2 Samuel had 97 yards from scrimmage in his last four games, is second in touches behind Jordan Mason. Against the Bears last Sunday Samuel carried for 35 yards from scrimmage five yards on two carries.

#3 49ers host the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday Night Football at Levi Stadium at 5:15pm PST. The Rams are second in the NFC West , they have won their last two games, and have won four of their last six games. Do you see the Rams being a much tougher customer than the Bears were?

David Zizmor does the San Francisco 49ers podcasts each Wednesday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

San Francisco Decimates Chicago 38-13; 49ers snap 3 game skid

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) rolls out against the Chicago Bears at Levi Stadium on Sun Dec 8, 2024 (AP News photo)

By Barbara Mason

After suffering two losses in the past couple of weeks playing on the frozen tundra of Green Bay and Buffalo, the San Francisco 49ers took the field Sunday against the Chicago Bears looking like Super Bowl contenders. They had it all going on offensively and defensively.

The Bears were outplayed at every turn. They did play a better second half but it was too little too late. San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy threw for 325 yards and two touchdowns.

The 49ers had three rushing touchdowns courtesy of Isaac Guerendo with two of them and Patrick Taylor Jr. with one. George Kittle finished the game with 151 receiving yards. Jauan Jennings received for 90 yards. The final was 38-13 in a most lop-sided game.

Game recap: San Francisco lost no time establishing the running game in the first quarter driving downfield on their first possession. Brock Purdy came out in this game firing on all cylinders connecting with Jauan Jennings for seven yards and the first score of the day 7-0.

The drive took all of 2 minutes and 20 seconds. The Niner defense was equally ready for this game forcing the Bears to go three and out twice in the opening quarter. The Bears had hit a brick wall in the first quarter unable to move the ball against the 49er defense.

They had a number of interception chances but came up empty. As the first quarter began to wind down, the 49ers struck again. Isaac Guerendo rushed for one yard and San Francisco’s first rushing touchdown of the game. They took a 14-0 lead into the second quarter.

The second quarter remained tough for Chicago as San Francisco continued to bulldoze their offense. They just couldn’t move the ball at all. The 49ers extended their lead 21-0, a 12 play, 71 yard drive culminating in a Brock Purdy 16 yard pass to Juan Jennings, his second touchdown of the day, and the 21-0 lead.

San Francisco was getting the job done in the air and on the ground a vast contrast to their last two outings. The first penalty of the game could not have come at a worst time for the 49ers. Ricky Pearsall was called for holding calling back San Francisco’s would be fourth touchdown of the game. Unable to find the end zone the 49ers were forced to settle for the field goal. Jake Moody kicked a 23 yard field goal for a 49er halftime lead of 24-0.

The first half stats were stunning. Brock Purdy finished the first half 16 of 18 with 258 passing yards and two touchdowns. San Francisco had a total of 65 rushing yards. George Kittle was having a banner game with 138 receiving yards after only the two quarters.

The Bears on the other hand had some miserable stats. Quarterback Caleb Williams was sacked four times erasing the 27 yards he passed for. Chicago had a total of seven rushing yards on four carries and 27 yards receiving. San Francisco had totally dominated the game from the very first play back in the first quarter and the Bears never knew what hit them.

The Bears were able to move the ball in the third quarter, on the ground and in the air. In their first third quarter possession they had already surpassed their entire first half passing and receiving stats.

They drove down inside the San Francisco ten yard line culminating in a Williams to Rome Odunze four yard pass. Odunze made an incredible catch in the corner of the end zone for the six points, their first of the day.

The two-point conversion attempt failed and Chicago was at least up on the scoreboard 24-6. San Francisco could not move the ball and Chicago was back in business on downs.

The third quarter ended quietly but the fourth started with a bang, a 49er bang, extending their lead to 31-6. Isaac Guerendo celebrated his second rushing touchdown of the game, a four yard scamper scored at 14:57.

The Bears answered at 11:48 when quarterback Caleb Williams connected with Rome Odunze (his second touchdown of the day) for 14 yards and the Cairo Santos kick was good. Trailing 31-13 in the final quarter, the Bears were faced with an impossible task.

That task became even more impossible when at 5:15 San Francisco scored their fifth touchdown of the day. Patrick Taylor Jr. rushed for three yards and this game was all but done with San Francisco leading 38-13. That would be the final score.

Despite missing some key players San Francisco did not miss a beat. They dominated from start to finish. Brock Purdy had an amazing game going 20 of 25 for 325 yards and two touchdowns. Juaan Jennings finished the day with two receiving touchdowns and Isaac Guerendo had two rushing scores.

San Francisco finally played the kind of game they had been searching for. They now have their work cut out for them and they will need some help. They looked like Super Bowl contenders in today’s game but it may prove to be too late with four games left in the season.

Game notes: Sunday afternoon the 49ers were back home at Levi’s Stadium taking on the Chicago Bears. This game was played under sunny skies and 67 degrees a far cry from their last two games in Green Bay and Buffalo.

With this favorable weather conditions, San Francisco took the chance to get back on track despite being without some key players. Nick Bosa, Jordan Mason and Trent Williams will be out for this game and Christian McAffrey is out for at least the remainder of the regular season with a torn PCL suffered last week against Buffalo.

The Bears will be played under interim coach Thomas Brown who took over after the firing of head coach Matt Eberflus. This is the first time in franchise history that a Bear’s coach was fired mid-season. This firing came as a result of Chicago’s six game losing streak while San Francisco came into the season favorites to go back to the Super Bowl. Both teams are reeling from horrible setbacks this season.

Next Thursday night the nationally televised game will feature the San Francisco 49ers playing their rival the Los Angeles Rams. Sunday the Rams pulled an upset over the Buffalo Bills 44-42 giving Los Angeles a 7-6 record a full game ahead of the 49ers.

Right now there is a tie for third place in the National Football Conference between the 49ers and the Cardinals and Los Angeles has taken sole possession of second place. Kickoff for that game is scheduled for Thursday at 5:15 PM and can be viewed on Prime Video.