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November 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. (1) runs the football against Seattle Seahawks cornerback Josh Jobe (29) during the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

The 49ers Can't Create Separation

Things have to change, and quick

Conor Wayland
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November 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. (1) runs the football against Seattle Seahawks cornerback Josh Jobe (29) during the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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The 49ers Can't Create Separation

Things have to change, and quick

Conor Wayland
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Nov 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan on the sideline against the Seattle Seahawks in the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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Kyle Shanahan Explains Why the 49ers Throw So Few Screen Passes Now

The 49ers used to have one of the best packages of screen passes in the NFL. Jimmy Garoppolo routinely won games with the 49ers without throwing more than 10 yards downfield. He could "carve up" defenses simply by throwing passes behind the line.

Grant Cohn
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Nov 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) scrambles away from Seattle Seahawks linebacker Boye Mafe (53) and Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy II (91) in the third quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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49ers Not Letting Brock Purdy Throw at Wednesday's Practice

The 49ers are being extremely cautious with Brock Purdy. On Wednesday, Purdy was a limited participant in practice, which in his case means he didn't throw. He took his drops and practiced going through progressions, but he didn't throw any passes.

Grant Cohn
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Nov 10, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) lines up against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the third quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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49ers Star Player Provides Amazing News on His Status Against the Packers

Sounds like the 49ers will have this star player back when they face the Packers in Week 12.

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Nov 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) throws a pass against the Seattle Seahawks in the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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Brock Purdy Pops up on the 49ers Injury Report

The status of Brock Purdy for Week 12 against the Packers will be closely monitored after he popped up on the 49ers injury report.

Jose Luis Sanchez III
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Oct 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers safety Malik Mustapha (6) gestures after defending a pass against the Arizona Cardinals during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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49ers SS Malik Mustapha is a Defensive Rookie of the Year Candidate

The 49ers' season might be slipping away, but the future could be bright. Their rookie class is outstanding, and fourth-round pick Malik Mustapha has been one of the top rookies in the league this season according to NFL.com.

Grant Cohn
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Nov 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) scrambles away from Seattle Seahawks offensive tackle Michael Jerrell (65) in the third quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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How the 49ers Can Make Brock Purdy's Job Easier

The San Francisco 49ers are having a good season offensively, and yet Brock Purdy's numbers are down. What's the disconnect?

Grant Cohn
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Jan 19, 2020; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan celebrates the 37-20 victory against the Green Bay Packers  with his father Mike Shanahan in the NFC Championship Game at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images
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Why 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan Hasn't Lived Up to his Father's Legacy

Kyle Shanahan has lost three Super Bowls -- one as offensive coordinator for the Falcons and two as head coach for the 49ers. Mike Shanahan, Kyle's father, won three Super bowls -- one as offensive coordinator for the 49ers and two as head coach.

Grant Cohn
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Sep 29, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson (38) is tackled by San Francisco 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward (7) during the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images
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49ers Could Have Charvarius Ward Back for Week 12

The 49ers provided a new update on Charvarius Ward that provided positivity for his return to the lineup.

Jose Luis Sanchez III
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Oct 20, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan reacts after the Kansas City Chiefs picked up a first down in the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images
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Kyle Shanahan Pushes Back on "Super Bowl Hangover" Notion

Don't mention that the 49ers are experiencing a "Super Bowl hangover" this season to head coach Kyle Shanahan.

Jose Luis Sanchez III
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Nov 10, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan and wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. (1) against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers prior to the game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images
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Kyle Shanahan Discusses the 49ers' Mindset at 5-5

Kyle Shanahan was asked about the 49ers' mindset now that they're 5-5 and have just a 29 percent chance to make the postseason. Here's what Shanahan said courtesy of the 49ers' p.r. department.

Grant Cohn
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Nov 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; George Kittle stands on the sideline with injury against the Seattle Seahawks in the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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The 49ers Fall to No. 16 in NFL.com's Week 12 Power Rankings

Have the 49ers hit rock bottom? They're 5-5 and they just lost to the Seattle Seahawks at home. Plus they haven't beaten a team with a winning record yet. And they're set to face five winning teams in their final seven games.

Grant Cohn
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November 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) runs the football against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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Is 49ers Quarterback Brock Purdy Regressing?

Brock Purdy had one of the most impressive starts to a career of any quarterback ever. But for the past 11 months, he has been anything but great.

Grant Cohn
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Nov 10, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan  against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images
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Why the 49ers are Struggling to Win Close Games

When the 49ers lose, they generally lose close games that they probably should have won.

Grant Cohn
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Oct 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Jordan Mason (24) during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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The 49ers Have to Play Jordan Mason and Isaac Guerendo More

Christian McCaffrey came back and somehow the 49ers offense became worse. This shouldn't happen. The offense was doing well enough before McCaffrey returned. It scored 36 points against the Seahawks four weeks ago. And the running game was good.

Grant Cohn
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Jan 14, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan on the sidelines in the fourth quarter of a wild card game against the Seattle Seahawks at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images
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49ers Four Questions: The Kyle Shanahan Edition

The 49ers’ latest come from ahead defeat has some calling for Kyle Shanahan’s head. He has driven the team bus into a ditch and their playoff chances are now at 27% according to ESPN’s formulas. Let’s break it down.

Tom Jensen
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Nov 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) scrambles away from Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon (21) in the third quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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49ers are Hungover From Their Super Bowl Loss

There's no denying it now after losing to the Seahawks in that fashion. The 49ers are feeling the hangover from their Super Bowl loss to the Chiefs.

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Nov 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) scrambles away from Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon (21) in the third quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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49ers QB Brock Purdy is Day to Day with Shoulder Soreness

Brock Purdy injured his shoulder Sunday during the 49ers' 20-17 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. The 49ers list him as a day to day with shoulder soreness. Kyle Shanahan reported the injury Monday on a conference call with Bay Area reporters.

Grant Cohn
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November 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. (1) runs the football against Seattle Seahawks safety Julian Love (20) during the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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How Deebo Samuel is Negatively Impacting the 49ers

Deebo Samuel is supposed to be one of the premier offensive players for the 49ers, but he hasn't generated anything positive this season.

Jose Luis Sanchez III
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November 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan watches warm ups before the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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Why Kyle Shanahan is Responsible for the 49ers' Loss to the Seahawks

Technically, you could blame the defense for the 49ers' 20-17 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday because the defense couldn't close out the game. Still, Kyle Shanahan is primarily responsible for the 49ers' uninspiring offensive production.

Grant Cohn
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Green Bay Packers defensive tackle T.J. Slaton (93) stops San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) during the first quarter of their NFC divisional playoff game Saturday, January 20, 2024 at Levi    Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
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The 49ers are 1.5-Point Underdogs Against the Packers

The oddsmakers are starting to lose confidence in the 49ers. For the first time since last year, the 49ers are underdogs for their upcoming game. The Packers are favored to beat them by 1.5 points.

Grant Cohn
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Nov 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (97) celebrates after sacking Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) in the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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49ers DE Nick Bosa Could Miss Time with an Oblique Injury

The 49ers might not have Nick Bosa for the next game or two. Bosa injured his oblique Sunday during the 49ers' 20-17 loss to the Seattle Seahawks and did return to the game. This injury comes just a week and a half after Bosa injured his other oblique.

Grant Cohn
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Nov 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) scores a rushing touchdown past San Francisco 49ers cornerback Isaac Yiadom (22) to win the game in the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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Geno Smith Sticks A Dagger in the 49ers Season, Seattle Wins 20-17

Seattle quarterback Geno Smith found redemption with his first win against the Niners in six tries. Smith did what he usually does against the Niners -- threw a costly interception due to pressure, didn’t make the key play when it must be made.

Tom Jensen
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Nov 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan watches the action against the Seattle Seahawks in the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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San Francisco 49ers 17, Seattle Seahawks 20: Grades

The 49ers just lost 20-17 to the Seattle Seahawks. Now the 49ers are 5-5 and in last place in the NFC West. Here are their grades for this performance.

Grant Cohn
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Nov 17, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings (15) makes a reception between Seattle Seahawks safety Julian Love (20) and Seattle Seahawks linebacker Tyrice Knight (48) in the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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49ers Get Reality Checked in 20-17 Loss to Seahawks

Another devastating loss for the 49ers who drop to 5-5 on the season. This loss by the Seahawks is a reality check for the 49ers.

Jose Luis Sanchez III
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