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In an electrifying matchup on Sunday night, Christian McCaffrey and the San Francisco 49ers showcased their prowess, defeating the Atlanta Falcons 20-10. McCaffrey was the star of the show, racking up an impressive 201 yards from scrimmage along with two touchdowns.
McCaffrey’s Stellar Performance
The dynamic running back delivered a standout performance, rushing for 129 yards and scoring twice on the ground. He also contributed significantly in the passing game, hauling in seven catches for 72 yards. McCaffrey kicked off the scoring in the second quarter, putting the 49ers ahead 7-3, and sealed the victory with a late touchdown, much to the dismay of Falcons fans.
Falcons Struggle on Offense
Despite recent victories against the Washington Commanders and Buffalo Bills, the Falcons’ offense struggled to find its rhythm. Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. completed 21 of 38 passes for 241 yards and one touchdown, but faced pressure throughout the game, resulting in two sacks and a lost fumble. Atlanta managed only 19 first downs and struggled on third down, converting just 5 of 11 attempts, while failing to convert on both fourth down tries.
Defensive Highlights for the 49ers
San Francisco’s defense was instrumental in limiting the Falcons’ offensive output, holding standout running back Bijan Robinson to a mere 40 rushing yards on 14 carries. Robinson did manage to contribute in the passing game with six catches for 52 yards and a touchdown. At quarterback, Mac Jones stepped in for the injured Brock Purdy, throwing for 152 yards but also tossing an interception.
Game Stats and Outcomes
The 49ers totaled 324 yards of offense compared to the Falcons’ 292, showcasing a solid performance on both sides of the ball. With this victory, San Francisco improved to 5-2 for the season, while Atlanta fell to 3-3.
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Ryan Gaydos is a senior editor for Fox News Digital.
