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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

Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Tony Renteria: Raiders need more offense to snap six game skid; Broncos next up at Allegiant

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On the Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Tony Renteria:

Miami Dolphins tight end Jonnu Smith (9) scores a touchdown as Las Vegas Raiders safety Isaiah Pola Mao (20) couldn’t quite catch Smith at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on Mon Nov 18, 2024 (AP News photo)

On the Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Tony R:

#1 The Las Vegas Raiders (2-8) just couldn’t get any scoring going in all four quarters and not enough to stay in step with the Miami Dolphins (4-6) getting beat 34-19 dropping their sixth straight game at Hard Rock Cafe in Miami.

#2 The Raiders with this loss have given up 75 points in their last two games 34 points Sunday against the Dolphins and last week 41 points to the Cincinnati Bengals. The defense has to be exhausted and the offense is giving up to many fourth downs.

#3 Tony the fourth quarter Sunday really ate up the Raiders defense the Dolphins were unstoppable scoring 17 points to putting much put this game out of reach with the Dolphins De’Von Achane carrying for two yards for a touchdown at 10:37, Jonnu Smith at 3:19 caught a 57 yard pass to make it 31-19 and at Miami kicker Jason Sanders booted a 46 yard field goal at 1:55 for the 34-19 final.

#4 Raiders quarterback Gardner Minshew continues to get frustrated and just couldn’t convert enough scoring to catch the Dolphins. Minshew 30-43 for 280 yards and two touchdowns. Minshew was having trouble staying in the pocket and getting protection.

#5 Up next for the Raiders the Denver Broncos (6-5) at Allegiant Stadium next Sunday for a 1:05pm PST kickoff against the Denver Broncos and quarterback Bo Nix. The Broncos have been hovering around .500 and played the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. Can you see the offensive line recovering for the Raiders and being able to hold the Broncos pass rush so that Minshew could get some time to pass the ball?

Tony Renteria does the Las Vegas Raiders podcasts each Tuesday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Tony Renteria: Raiders attempt to snap skid in Miami Sunday; Bye could do Raiders some good

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Antonio Pierce head coach Las Vegas Raiders attempts to lead the Raiders to a win against the Miami Dolphins on Sun Nov 17, 2024 (AP News photo)

Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Tony Renteria:

#1 Tony how important is this bye week after the Raiders have lost five straight games.

#2 In the losing streak the Raiders played some tough customers one amongst them the Kansas City Chiefs back on Sun Oct 27th. The Chiefs actually pulled out a 27-20 win when they heard the Raiders footsteps and came away with a fourth quarter rally to hold on and win the game.

#3 There was the previous home game that the Raiders were crushed by the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sun Oct 13 at Allegiant Stadium 32-13. Steelers quarterback Justin Fields was 14-24 for 145 yards. Fields didn’t throw or rush for a touchdown but the Steelers certainly got a lot of offense in that game.

#4 Speaking of offense in the Raiders last game Sun Nov 3 against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cincinnati the Bengals put up some big numbers with quarterback Joe Burrow under center throwing 27-39 for 251 yards and here’s where it hurt the Raiders five touchdowns by Burrow either by passing or rushing in the 41-24 win.

#5 The Raiders get right back to work in Miami next Sunday Nov 17th with a 10:00AM PST kickoff. The Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has taken a beating this year with multiple concussions but will not sit out. In the Dolphins last game against the Buffalo Bills Tua threw 25-28, 231 yards and two touchdowns. The Dolphins came up short in that one 30-27. How do you see this match up between the Dolphins and Raiders this Sunday here in Miami Sunday ?

Join Tony for the Raiders podcasts Tuesdays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Rich Perez: Much needed bye week after losing 5 straight games

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Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers (89) catches a touchdown pass beating the Cincinnati Bengals safety Vonn Bell in second half action at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati on Sun Nov 3, 2024 (AP News photo)

On the Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Rich Perez:

#1 Rich how important is this bye week after the Raiders have lost five straight games.

#2 In the losing streak the Raiders played some tough customers one amongst them the Kansas City Chiefs back on Sun Oct 27th. The Chiefs actually pulled out a 27-20 win when they heard the Raiders footsteps and came away with a fourth quarter rally to hold on and win the game.

#3 There was the previous home game that the Raiders were crushed by the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sun Oct 13 at Allegiant Stadium 32-13. Steelers quarterback Justin Fields was 14-24 for 145 yards. Fields didn’t throw or rush for a touchdown but the Steelers certainly got a lot of offense in that game.

#4 Speaking of offense in the Raiders last game Sun Nov 3 against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cincinnati the Bengals put up some big numbers with quarterback Joe Burrow under center throwing 27-39 for 251 yards and here’s where it hurt the Raiders five touchdowns by Burrow either by passing or rushing in the 41-24 win.

#5 The Raiders get right back to work in Miami next Sunday Nov 17th with a 10:00AM PST kickoff. The Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has taken a beating this year with multiple concussions but will not sit out. In the Dolphins last game against the Buffalo Bills Tua threw 25-28, 231 yards and two touchdowns. The Dolphins came up short in that one 30-27. How do you see this match up between the Dolphins and Raiders this Sunday here in Miami Sunday ?

Join Rich Perez for the Raiders podcasts after every home and away game at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Tony Renteria: Raiders fire offensive assistant coaches; Vegas face Dolphins in Miami next Sunday

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The Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver DJ Turner (bottom) tries to recover quarterback Gardner Minshew’s fumble in front of the Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Logan Wilson (55) at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati on Sun Nov 3, 2024 (AP News photo)

Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Tony Renteria:

#1 The Las Vegas Raiders (2-7) once again get pummeled this time by the Cincinnati Bengals (4-5) at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati 41-24. In the first half Tony the Raiders did have a close half coming out of it trailing 17-10 and it looked like the Raiders were going to stay in step with the Bengals.

#2 Raider starting quarter back Gardner Minshew was 10-17, 124 yards, did not throw or carry for a touchdown and didn’t throw an interception. Minshew and the Raiders just couldn’t much going on scoring in the third and fourth quarters.

#3 The Raiders couldn’t shut down the Bengals scoring in the second half as the Bengals in third quarter scored 14 points and ten points in the fourth quarter to run away with the game.

#4 Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow got good protection and was mobile against the Raiders pass rush finishing with a line of 27-39, 251 yards, had all day to throw with five touchdowns and was intercepted once.

#5 The Raiders hope to end their current five game loss streak as they head to Miami and Hard Rock Stadium for a 10:00am PST kickoff with the Miami Dolphins. The Dolphins have struggled of late as well with three loses in a row and they lost Sunday 30-27 to the Buffalo Bills. The Dolphins drop their record to 2-6. Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa had a 25-28 afternoon throwing for 231 yards and two touchdowns. Any chance the Raiders can snap out of this funk against the Dolphins next Sunday?

Tony Renteria does the Las Vegas Raiders podcasts each Tuesday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Rich Perez: Raiders can’t stop Burrow and Bengals get crushed 41-24 for 5th straight loss

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Cincinnati Bengals tight end Mike Gesicki left is on the run against the Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Jakorian Bennett in second half action at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati on Sun Nov 3, 2024 (AP News photo)

Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Rich Perez:

#1 The Las Vegas Raiders (2-7) once again get pummeled this time by the Cincinnati Bengals (4-5) at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati 41-24. In the first half Rich the Raiders did have a close half coming out of it trailing 17-10 and it looked like the Raiders were going to stay in step with the Bengals.

#2 Raider starting quarter back Gardner Minshew was 10-17, 124 yards, did not throw or carry for a touchdown and didn’t throw an interception. Minshew and the Raiders just couldn’t much going on scoring in the third and fourth quarters.

#3 The Raiders couldn’t shut down the Bengals scoring in the second half as the Bengals in third quarter scored 14 points and ten points in the fourth quarter to run away with the game.

#4 Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow got good protection and was mobile against the Raiders pass rush finishing with a line of 27-39, 251 yards, had all day to throw with five touchdowns and was intercepted once.

#5 The Raiders hope to end their current five game loss streak as they head to Miami and Hard Rock Stadium for a 10:00am PST kickoff with the Miami Dolphins. The Dolphins have struggled of late as well with three loses in a row and they lost today 30-27 to the Buffalo Bills. The Dolphins drop their record to 2-6. Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa had a 25-28 afternoon throwing for 231 yards and two touchdowns. Any chance the Raiders can snap out of this funk against the Dolphins next Sunday?

Join Rich Perez for all home and away post game podcasts following each Raiders game at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Headline Sports podcast with Jessica Kwong: Giants continue to struggle lose by 4 pts to Commanders; Jets and Rogers pull off a win over Titans 24-17; plus more NFL news

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New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) throws and incomplete pass past Washington Commanders linebacker Frankie Luvu (4) in a two point conversion attempt at Northwest Stadium in Landover MD on Sun Sep 16, 2024 (AP News photo)

On Headline Sports podcast with Jessica:

#1 Jessica, the New York Giants (0-2) continue to struggle they lost last Sunday’s game against the Washington Commanders (1-1) in Washington. the Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels threw 23-29 for 226 yards. The game had to be frustrating for the Giants losing by a field goal 21-18.

#2 Jessica, the New York Jets (1-1) got into the win column pulling off a win against the Tennessee Titans (0-2). What helped the Jets in the second half was their defense stopping the Titans allowing just one touchdown while the Jets scored ten points in the third quarter and seven in the fourth quarter for the 24-17 win. Jets quarterback Aaron Rogers threw for 18-30, 176 yards, and two touchdowns.

#3 The Miami Dolphins (1-1) on Thursday Night Football Sep 12th got blown out by the Buffalo Bills (2-0) at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami 31-10. The Bills came out blazing on offense doing most of the damage scoring 17 points in the second quarter. Bills quarterback Josh Allen was 13-19 for 139 yards, and one touchdown.

#4 The Los Angeles Chargers (2-0) picked up their second straight win last Sunday over the Carolina Panthers (0-2) at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. The Chargers came out scoring 20 points in the first half and that pretty much put it our of reach for the Panthers. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert threw for 130 yards and was 14-20 with two touchdowns.

#5 In a low scoring game in Denver the Broncos (0-2) couldn’t get any traction against the Pittsburgh Steelers (2-0) in a low scoring game 13-6. While both defenses did their job the Broncos quarterback Bo Nix couldn’t convert any touchdowns and the Broncos only scoring were two field goals in the fourth quarter. Nix was 20-35 for 117 yards with no touchdowns. The Steelers quarterback Justin Fields went 13-20 for 117 yards and one touchdown.

Jessica Kwong does Headline Sports podcasts every other Wednesday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

NFL Post Season podcast with David Zizmor: Taking a look at this weekends four games

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Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski is preparing his team to face the Houston Texans in Houston for the AFC Playoffs on Sat Jan 13, 2024 (AP file photo)

On the NFL Post Season podcast with David Zizmor :

#1 David, let’s go over each playoff game coming up this weekend starting with this Sat Jan 13th and we’ll start with the Cleveland Browns and Houston Texans. The Browns finished 11-6 on the season and the Texans finished at 10-7. The Texans have the homefield advantage how do you see this game’s outcome and what your predicted score?

#2 The Miami Dolphins (11-6) goes up against the Kansas City Chiefs (11-6) this one at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City do you see this as an evenly matched contest or the Chiefs who know their way around getting deep in the post season and have homefield might have the edge?

#3 On Sun Jan 14th the AFC game is the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Buffalo Bills. The Steelers are 10-7 and the Bills are 11-6. The Bills have the homefield and face the Steel Curtain. Tony do you see this one?

#4 The Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys round off the playoff games for this weekend at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. The Packers come in at 9-8 and the host Cowboys are 12-5. The Cowboys are the number two seeded team in post season with home field. How do you see the outcome of this contest?

Dave Zizmor covers the NFL for http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Headline Sports podcast with Charlie O: Browns on their fourth quarterback Flacco to start against Rams; Is 49ers-Eagles match up of the season?; plus more news

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Joe Flacco will suit up for this Sun Dec 3, 2023 game against the Los Angeles Rams at So Fi Stadium in Los Angeles. Flaaco is the Browns fourth quarterback used for this season. (AP News photo)

On Headline Sports podcast with Charlie O:

#1 How frustrating does it have to get for the Cleveland Browns in terms of having the revolving door of quarterbacks. The Browns are now on their fourth quarterback with 38 year old Joe Flacco getting the start after quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson suffered a concussion last week. Robinson was ruled out on Friday. The Browns lost quarterbacks DeShaun Watson who is out with a shoulder injury and PJ Walker who started two games this season and will serve as Flacco’s back up Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams.

#2 Charlie, to the big game of the season the San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles. How much is this game unfinished business for the 49ers and how badly does quarterback Brock Purdy want to get in win it and come out it in one piece?

#3 The Eagles have been leaning on their defense with linebackers stopping any quarterback keepers or opposing running backs. Will this be a factor for running back Christian McCaffrey whose had nothing but success in finding holes and getting yards.

#4 The Las Vegas Raiders badly want to get back in the win column after losing their last two games to the Miami Dolphins and Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs badly did some damage to Raiders defense last Sunday at Allegiant Stadium with a 14 point second quarter and a ten point fourth quarter for a 31-17 win. Simply put the defense just couldn’t stop quarterback Patrick Mahomes and head coach Andy Reid’s game plan down.

#5 The Raiders have a bye this Sunday and host the Minnesota Vikings Sun Dec 10th at Allegiant. Vikings lost to the Chicago Bears last Sunday in a squeaker 12-10 at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. The Vikings have gone without their starter Kirk Cousins and have started Joshua Dobbs who went 22-32 for 185 yards one touchdown and what hurt Dobbs the most he was picked off four times. How do you see the Raiders and Vikings next Sunday in Vegas?

Join Charlie O for Headline Sports Sundays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com