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Dec 22, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Calais Campbell (93) hits San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) on the pass attempt during second half at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images

San Francisco 49ers 17, Miami Dolphins 29: Grades

The 49ers just lost 29-17 to the Miami Dolphins. Here are the 49ers' grades for this performance.

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San Francisco 49ers 17, Miami Dolphins 29: Grades

The 49ers just lost 29-17 to the Miami Dolphins. Here are the 49ers' grades for this performance.

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Nov 19, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw (57) during the third quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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49ers-Dolphins: Dre Greenlaw Exits Early With an Injury

49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw can't catch a break.

Dec 12, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr (1) during the final seconds of the game against the Los Angeles Rams at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

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49ers Playoff Chances Officially Extinct

Entering Week 16, there was a one percent chance the 49ers could make the playoffs.

Dec 22, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) looks for a passing option against the Miami Dolphins during the first quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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San Francisco 49ers @ Miami Dolphins Week 16 Live Blog

This is the live blog for the San Francisco 49ers' Week 16 road game against the Miami Dolphins. This will be updated with information and analysis from the press box.

Jan 28, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams (9) runs with the ball for a touchdown San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw (57) during the first half of the NFC Championship football game at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

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49ers LB Dre Greenlaw Will Play Against the Miami Dolphins

Linebacker Dre Greenlaw officially is active for the 49ers' Week 16 road game against the Miami Dolphins. Greenlaw left last week's loss to the Rams at halftime with a knee injury and limped out of the locker room afterward.

November 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (97) during the second quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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49ers DE Nick Bosa Will Play Against the Miami Dolphins

The 49ers will have their best pass rusher today. Defensive end Nick Bosa officially is active for the 49ers' Week 16 game against the Miami Dolphins. Bosa has an oblique injury which forced him to miss practice completely on Thursday.

Dec 4, 2022; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (97) forces a fumble against Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) during the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

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49ers-Dolphins Game Preview: Pride vs. The Draft

Playing out the string of the season with meaningless games in December is a new experience for the 49ers.

Dec 1, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan congratulates Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott after the game at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

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Have Defenses Caught Up to 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan's Offensive Scheme?

The 49ers will face the Dolphins this Sunday in a matchup of two of the NFL's most disappointing offenses.

Dec 12, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) walks towards the sidelines after throwing an incomplete pass against the Los Angeles Rams in the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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Kyle Shanahan says 49ers QB Brock Purdy is Being too Hard on Himself

Brock Purdy treats press conferences almost like they're confessions.

November 27, 2022; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw (57) and defensive end Nick Bosa (97) during the first quarter against the New Orleans Saints at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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The 49ers Shouldn’t Play Dre Greenlaw or Nick Bosa vs. the Dolphins

All credit to Dre Greenlaw and Nick Bosa for their heroic efforts last week against the Rams. Those two should not play Sunday in Miami.

Dec 12, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) throws a pass against the Los Angeles Rams in the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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What's at Stake for Brock Purdy when the 49ers Play the Miami Dolphins

Over the past week, the topic amongst 49ers faithful has been Brock Purdy's contract aspirations. It was reported that Purdy is hunting for the biggest QB contr

Oct 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams (71) blocks Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Naquan Jones (96) during the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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One Area Where the 49ers Painfully Miss Trent Williams

Being without Trent Williams has negatively impacted the 49ers the most in this specific area.

Nov 28, 2024; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) rushes with the football after catching a pass during the second quarter against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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Dolphins Likely Without One Key Starter Against the 49ers

Bad news for the Dolphins on their prominent player is good news for the 49ers ahead of their Week 16 matchup.

Dec 8, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Isaac Guerendo (31) stands on the field before the start of the game against the Chicago Bears at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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49ers Rule Out Two Starters Against the Dolphins

The 49ers will not have these two key starters available against the Dolphins on Sunday.

Jan 7, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers guard Jaylon Moore (right) blocks Los Angeles Rams linebacker Michael Hoecht (97) during the third quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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49ers OL Coach says Jaylon Moore is a Starting-Caliber Left Tackle

When Trent Williams went down for the season with an ankle injury four weeks ago, some people probably thought Brock Purdy would be running for his life. But through four games, Williams' replacement, fourth-year tackle Jaylon Moore, has given up no sacks

Sep 9, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers guard Dominick Puni (77) blocks New York Jets defensive end Solomon Thomas (left) during the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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Would the 49ers Consider Moving Dominick Puni to Offensive Tackle?

Hands down, the 49ers' best rookie this season has been Dominick Puni. This week, 49ers offensive line coach Christ Foerster was asked if Puni is talented enough to switch positions again and move to offensive tackle.

Dec 8, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan walks on the field before the start of the game against the Chicago Bears at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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Kyle Shanahan is on the Verge of Setting the 49ers' Record for Losses

Despite leading the 49ers to four NFC Championship Games and two Super Bowl appearances, Kyle Shanahan is one loss away from becoming the head coach with the most losses in 49ers franchise history.

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49ers QB Brock Purdy Says his Throwing Shoulder "Feels Good"

Something seems wrong with Brock Purdy's throwing arm.

Dec 1, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) fumbles the ball attempting to throw against the Buffalo Bills during the second half at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

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49ers QB Brock Purdy Explains Why He Struggles in Wet Weather

In four career games in the rain or snow, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy's completion percentage is 52.2, his passer rating is 66.3, and he has fumbled twice.

Sep 29, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker De'Vondre Campbell (59) tackles New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson (38) during the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images

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49ers Handled the De'Vondre Campbell Situation Perfectly

The 49ers suspending De'Vondre Campbell for the rest of the season was the perfect move. Here is why.

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49ers QB Brock Purdy Evaluates his Performance this Season

Brock Purdy is having a rough season. He's on the verge of signing a life-changing contract extension, and yet he also is the first 49ers quarterback to lose at least seven games in a season since Colin Kaepernick in 2016. Bad timing.

Nov 24, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) reacts after getting a first down during the first half against the New England Patriots at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images

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Dolphins Could be Without Prominent Player Against the 49ers

Defeating the Dolphins will get much easier for the 49ers if this prominent player is inactive.

Dec 12, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) warms up before the game against the Los Angeles Rams at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

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Brock Purdy Sets the Record Straight on his Shoulder Injury

It's possible the 49ers have been playing Brock Purdy with a compromised shoulder.

Dec 8, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Isaac Guerendo (31) runs the ball against the Chicago Bears in the third quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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49ers RB Isaac Guerendo to Miss Week 16 with a Hamstring Injury

The 49ers will have to start their fourth different running back this Sunday against the Miami Dolphins. That's because rookie running back Isaac Guerendo is likely to miss Sunday's game with a hamstring injury he suffered this past Thursday night.

Dec 8, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) throws a pass against the Chicago Bears in the third quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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What 49ers QB Brock Purdy Needs to Bounce Back in 2025

The book on Brock Purdy is out. Play man-to-man coverage and he folds. He's still good against zone coverage -- this season, his completion percentage against zone is 71.9, which ranks fourth in the NFL.