49Ers-falcons Week 7: Picks, Odds and How to Watch Live
WHO:
atlantafalcons.com - A.J. Terrell Jr. and C.J. Henderson returned to the field for Atlanta.
Newsweek - Only two NFL teams remained undefeated after San Francisco’s loss.
atlantafalcons.com - Maason Smith forced a fumble that ended a threatening 49ers drive.
atlantafalcons.com - Drake London scored a touchdown to start the fourth quarter; Charlie Woerner made third-down catches to move the chains.
Atlanta Falcons - Rookie linebacker Kendal Daniels made the game-sealing interception after returning to full-capacity practice during Week 7, a week after a neck injury sent him to Grady Hospital.
Fox News Sports - The matchup is between the San Francisco 49ers and the Atlanta Falcons.
NY Post - The 49ers are described as having looked like the NFL’s best team so far in the season.
WHAT:
49ers.com - San Francisco’s Jordan Watkins recorded three receptions for 56 yards, including a 35-yard catch; Jacob Cowing had three receptions for 38 yards.
49ers.com - The 49ers scored on a 10-play, 82-yard drive capped by Kyle Juszczyk’s 1-yard touchdown reception, cutting Atlanta’s lead to 26-20 with five minutes remaining.
49ers.com - Christian McCaffrey scored on a 1-yard fourth-down run, extending his streak to six consecutive games with a rushing touchdown. He finished with 39 rushing yards and 61 receiving yards.
49ers.com - George Kittle had eight receptions for a team-high 88 yards. His 30 career touchdown connections with Brock Purdy tied the franchise record for a quarterback-tight end duo.
49ers.com - Kaelon Black scored his first NFL touchdown on a 30-yard run and led San Francisco with 63 rushing yards on 12 carries.
49ers.com - San Francisco held Atlanta to 82 rushing yards on 29 carries; Bijan Robinson had 63 yards on 20 carries.
IJR - Michael Penix Jr. threw three touchdown passes, and Atlanta capitalized on four San Francisco turnovers.
Pro Football Network - 49ers fans were louder than Falcons fans despite Atlanta being the home team, prompting online criticism of the Falcons’ home-field advantage.
Newsweek - George Kittle made a costly mistake in San Francisco’s 29-20 loss to Atlanta.
atlantafalcons.com - Atlanta’s offense took the remaining 4:20 off the clock in the first half before Nick Folk’s field goal.
atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons marched 59 yards to score their opening-second-half touchdown.
atlantafalcons.com - San Francisco lost star running back Christian McCaffrey for a portion of the game.
atlantafalcons.com - Zachariah Branch and Khalil Herbert provided kickoff returns that gave Atlanta favorable field position; Herbert also had a near-20-yard touchdown catch-and-run that was ruled short of the goal line.
Atlanta Falcons - The Falcons beat San Francisco 29-20, handing the 49ers their first loss.
Atlanta Falcons - Kendal Daniels intercepted Brock Purdy on third down and returned it 29 yards; the Falcons defense recorded two sacks, three turnovers, three forced fumbles, six tackles for loss and seven passes defended.
Atlanta Falcons - Atlanta turned a 14-9 deficit into a 19-14 lead before the 49ers next possessed the ball, finishing the first half with Nick Folk’s 33-yard field goal and opening the second half with Michael Penix Jr.’s 5-yard touchdown pass to Kyle Pitts.
Atlanta Falcons - Khalil Herbert, elevated from the practice squad, returned the second-half kickoff 38 yards; Nick Muse scored his first career touchdown.
Newsweek - The Chiefs, 49ers and Vikings have a chance to make NFL history during Week 7.
Fox News Sports - The article covers how to watch the 49ers versus Falcons matchup, including TV channel, live stream, and time.
NY Post - The article offers a prediction, picks, and odds for the NFL Week 7 game.
Mashable - The article explains how to watch the NFL online for free and says viewers can stream NFL games for free from anywhere in the world.
WHERE:
Atlanta Falcons - The game was played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Fox News Sports - San Francisco is visiting Atlanta.
NY Post - The 49ers’ game is a trip to Atlanta.
Mashable - The article describes free NFL streaming from anywhere in the world.
WHEN:
49ers.com - San Francisco’s Week 8 bye is followed by a home game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, November 8.
atlantafalcons.com - Atlanta’s next game is against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 8.
Fox News Sports - The matchup is part of Week 7 of the 2026 NFL regular season.
WHY:
atlantafalcons.com - Atlanta’s first lead came before San Francisco regained possession: the Falcons turned a 14-9 deficit into a 19-14 lead.
atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons’ win showcased their ability to play complementary football and their potential after strong performances in Weeks 3-4.
Atlanta Falcons - The victory came after two consecutive losses and was Atlanta’s first home win of the season.
Newsweek - The Super Bowl race is beginning to take shape.
Fox News Sports - The matchup has an “early measuring-stick feel.”
NY Post - The trip to Atlanta is described as having “all the makings of a trap game.”
HOW:
Atlanta Falcons - Atlanta’s depth contributed to the win while the team was without several injured players, including Divine Deablo, Billy Bowman Jr., Avieon Terrell and Brian Robinson Jr.
Atlanta beat San Francisco 29 to 20 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, handing the 49ers their first loss and ending their unbeaten start. Michael Penix Jr. threw three touchdown passes as the Falcons turned a 14-9 deficit into a 19-14 lead, then opened the second half with a scoring pass to Kyle Pitts. Atlanta’s defense forced four turnovers, and rookie linebacker Kendal Daniels sealed the win with a 29-yard interception of Brock Purdy after recently returning from a neck injury. Drake London also scored, while Maason Smith forced a fumble to halt a threatening 49ers drive. San Francisco rallied late, with Kyle Juszczyk’s touchdown cutting the lead to 26-20, but Atlanta held on. Christian McCaffrey scored and George Kittle led the 49ers with 88 receiving yards. Atlanta next faces Tampa Bay, while San Francisco has a bye before hosting Las Vegas on Sunday, November 8.