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Michael Penix Jr. throws 3 TD passes, Falcons force 4 turnovers to give 49ers first loss, 29-20
Penix completed 25 of 34 passes for 213 yards as Atlanta turned four turnovers into 13 points and snapped San Francisco’s unbeaten start.
- On Sunday, the Atlanta Falcons upset the previously undefeated San Francisco 49ers 29-20 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. threw three touchdowns while completing 25 of 34 passes for 213 yards.
- After trailing 14-3 early, the Falcons capitalized on four 49ers turnovers, including two interceptions by Brock Purdy. Running back Christian McCaffrey exited with a thigh injury, hampering San Francisco's offensive production throughout the game.
- Falcons safety Jessie Bates III made a sliding interception in the third quarter, setting up a touchdown drive. Atlanta's defense forced fumbles from running back Kaelon Black and tight end George Kittle, securing the upset.
- The Falcons improved to 3-4, keeping their NFC South playoff hopes alive after snapping a two-game skid. San Francisco fell to 6-1 and faces a bye week before hosting Las Vegas on November 8.
- Atlanta's dominant performance marks a stark turnaround from last week's loss to the Chicago Bears. The team must build consistency heading to Tampa, where the resurgent Buccaneers await next week.
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Ugly mistakes earn 49ers first failing grade of season in loss to Falcons
Too many injuries. Too many mistakes. Finally, it all became too much for the 49ers to overcome. San Francisco turned the ball over four times in opposing territory, failed to force a takeaway and allowed the Falcons to extend multiple drives via penalties and missed assignments. San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey runs the...
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Leaning Left8Leaning Right2Center9Last UpdatedBias Distribution47% Center
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