San Francisco, CA – In a thrilling NFC divisional round playoff game, the San Francisco 49ers secured a 24-21 victory over the Green Bay Packers at Levi’s Stadium. The 49ers’ quarterback, Brock Purdy, remained composed as he orchestrated a fourth-quarter comeback to keep his team’s magical season alive.
Trailing by five points in the final quarter, Purdy turned to the team’s star running back, Christian McCaffrey, who delivered a game-changing performance. With just over a minute left on the clock, McCaffrey powered through on a 6-yard inside run to score the go-ahead touchdown. The 49ers’ defense, led by linebacker Dre Greenlaw, sealed the game with an interception of Packers’ quarterback Jordan Love.
Entering the game, the 49ers had a poor record when trailing by at least five points in the fourth quarter. However, Purdy’s phenomenal play and the team’s resiliency turned the tide. Purdy completed 23 of 39 passes for 252 yards and a touchdown, while McCaffrey rushed for 98 yards and two touchdowns.
With this victory, Purdy becomes the eighth quarterback in NFL history to win at least three postseason starts within his first two seasons. The 49ers’ defense faced a tough challenge against Love and the Packers’ offense, but they managed to make key stops when it mattered most.
The win puts the 49ers in elite company, tying the Green Bay Packers and the New England Patriots for the most postseason wins in NFL history. San Francisco has now won their last five playoff meetings against the Packers and advanced to the NFC title game for the fourth time in five seasons.
Head coach Kyle Shanahan’s team demonstrated their ability to win in different ways, overcoming an underwhelming performance in challenging conditions. Linebacker Fred Warner believes that this tough game will only make the team stronger as they progress through the playoffs.
Looking ahead, the 49ers will face the challenge of the NFC championship round, knowing that they must continue to make big plays and stay composed under pressure. Edge rusher Nick Bosa expressed his relief at surviving the intense playoff clash and emphasized the team’s determination to keep moving forward.
The 49ers’ remarkable postseason run continues, bolstered by Purdy’s leadership and the team’s resilient defense. As they navigate the playoffs, the 49ers are proving themselves to be a force to be reckoned with in the quest for Super Bowl glory.