49Ers' Young Defense Sparks Victory Over Seahawks, 32-29
WHO:
ABC News - Linebacker Dre Greenlaw was ejected for head-butting Ernest Jones IV, marking his third career ejection.
ABC News - Wide receiver Deebo Samuel left the game with a hamstring strain and is expected to miss time.
ABC News - Defensive lineman Mykel Williams made his return to the field after recovering from a torn ACL.
ABC News - Wide receiver Mike Evans had seven catches for 113 yards, one touchdown, and a 2-point conversion while playing with broken ribs.
ABC News - Linebacker Dre Greenlaw was ejected for head-butting Ernest Jones IV after a late hit on Sam Darnold, marking his third career ejection.
ABC News - Wide receiver Deebo Samuel left the game with a hamstring strain and is expected to miss time.
ABC News - Defensive lineman Mykel Williams made his return to the field after recovering from a torn ACL.
ABC News - Star left tackle Trent Williams praised the defensive line, stating, "That line is not a lot of household names so to speak outside of Bosa, but the way they play, they play like their hair is on fire."
ABC News - Linebacker Dre Greenlaw was ejected for the third time in his career after head-butting Ernest Jones IV.
ABC News - Rookie Gracen Halton made a momentum-shifting play by stripping George Holani and recovering the fumble in the end zone for a touchdown.
ABC News - Sebastian Valdez and rookie Jaden Dugger both delivered their first career sacks.
ABC News - Coach Kyle Shanahan praised the younger players for stepping up, stating, “It’s really hard to win a game in that situation if those guys don’t step it up, and they’ve been stepping up huge.”
ABC News - Linebacker Dre Greenlaw was ejected for head-butting Ernest Jones IV after a late hit on Sam Darnold.
ABC News - San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, head coach Kyle Shanahan, defensive players Renardo Green, Gracen Halton, Malik Mustapha, Sebastian Valdez, Jaden Dugger, star left tackle Trent Williams, quarterback Brock Purdy, wide receiver Mike Evans, linebacker Dre Greenlaw, wide receiver Deebo Samuel, kicker Eddy Pineiro.
WHAT:
ABC News - The 49ers won for just the fifth time under Kyle Shanahan when committing three turnovers and the second time with Brock Purdy as starter.
ABC News - The 49ers achieved at least three sacks and four takeaways from players 25 or younger for the first time since at least 1991.
ABC News - Eddy Pineiro has missed three field goals and two extra points this season, tying for the most total missed kicks in the league.
ABC News - The 49ers achieved at least three sacks and four takeaways from players 25 or younger for the first time since at least 1991.
ABC News - The 49ers won for just the fifth time under Kyle Shanahan when committing three turnovers and the second time with Brock Purdy as starter.
ABC News - The 49ers improved to 5-0 overall, making them one of just three unbeaten teams remaining in the NFL through five weeks.
ABC News - Brock Purdy completed 24 of 34 passes for 406 yards, four touchdowns, and a 149.9 passer rating when targeting Mike Evans this season.
ABC News - The 49ers achieved their fifth win under Kyle Shanahan when committing three turnovers, marking the second time with Brock Purdy as the starter.
ABC News - Brock Purdy has a passer rating of 149.9 when targeting Mike Evans this season.
ABC News - The 49ers achieved at least three sacks and four takeaways from players 25 or younger for the first time since at least 1991.
ABC News - Eddy Pineiro has missed three field goals and two extra points this season, tying for the most total missed kicks in the league.
ABC News - Renardo Green had three interceptions this season, the most for any 49ers player since 2023.
ABC News - The 49ers improved to a 5-0 record and sit atop the NFC West standings.
ABC News - The San Francisco 49ers won against the Seattle Seahawks with a score of 32-29.
ABC News - Renardo Green had two interceptions, and Gracen Halton scored a touchdown by recovering a fumble.
ABC News - The 49ers achieved at least three sacks and four takeaways from players 25 or younger for the first time since at least 1991.
ABC News - Brock Purdy completed 24 of 34 passes for 406 yards and four touchdowns when targeting Mike Evans this season.
ABC News - Eddy Pineiro missed a 52-yard field goal and has missed three field goals and two extra points this season.
WHERE:
ABC News - The game took place at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington.
ABC News - The 49ers will host the Washington Commanders at Levi's® Stadium.
WHEN:
Heavy - The 49ers' next game will be on Monday, October 19, against the Washington Commanders (1-3-1).
Heavy - The 49ers' next game will be on Monday, Oct. 19, against the Washington Commanders (1-3-1).
Heavy - The 49ers' next game will be on Monday, Oct. 19, against the Washington Commanders.
ABC News - The 49ers will face the Washington Commanders on Monday, October 19th.
WHY:
ABC News - Coach Kyle Shanahan credited Raheem Morris for the defensive surge, stating, “It doesn’t surprise me with Raheem [that the defense has been so good and young players are performing well].”
ABC News - Coach Kyle Shanahan credited Raheem Morris for the defensive surge, stating, “It doesn’t surprise me with Raheem [that the defense has been so good and young players are performing well].”
ABC News - Coach Kyle Shanahan credited Raheem Morris for the defensive surge, stating, “It doesn’t surprise me with Raheem [that the defense has been so good and young players are performing well].”
ABC News - The 49ers' defense has been performing well under defensive coordinator Raheem Morris, contributing to their undefeated record.
ABC News - The performance of the defensive line was gratifying as the 49ers had been looking for players to pressure the quarterback since the start of last season, ranking last in the NFL in 2025 with 20 sacks.
ABC News - The performance of the defensive line was crucial as the 49ers had been looking for players to pressure the quarterback since the start of last season.
ABC News - The youth movement on defense was crucial for the 49ers' victory, especially with key players injured or ejected.
HOW:
ABC News - Malik Mustapha recovered a fumble to set up a short touchdown drive.
ABC News - Renardo Green stated, “When you’re out there, it’s your time to play... we all are held to the same standard.”
ABC News - Renardo Green stated, “It doesn’t matter if you’re an old guy or a young guy, we all are held to the same standard.”
ABC News - Renardo Green stated, “When you’re out there, it’s your time to play... we all are held to the same standard.”
ABC News - Green stated, “When you’re out there, it’s your time to play... we all are held to the same standard.”
ABC News - Malik Mustapha recovered a fumble to set up a short touchdown drive.
ABC News - The 49ers' defense stepped up with younger players making significant plays, including interceptions and fumble recoveries.
In a recent game, the 49ers secured a victory despite committing three turnovers, marking just their fifth win under Kyle Shanahan in such circumstances, and the second with Brock Purdy as the starting quarterback. Linebacker Dre Greenlaw was ejected for head-butting Ernest Jones IV, while wide receiver Deebo Samuel left the game with a hamstring strain, expected to sideline him for some time; however, defensive lineman Mykel Williams made a successful return after recovering from a torn ACL. Looking ahead, the 49ers will face the Washington Commanders on Monday, October 19, as Coach Shanahan praised the young defensive players for their impressive performance.