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The 49ers use game against Patriots as a get-well opportunity after back-to-back losses
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — A matchup with the banged-up, struggling New England Patriots was just what the San Francisco 49ers needed following back-to-back losses on the road. That doesn't mean there wasn't plenty to clean up for the 49ers once the competition gets stiffer if they...
Another poor passing day for the Patriots leads to more questions about when Drake Maye will start
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The passing game for the New England Patriots has yet to get off the ground this season behind veteran Jacoby Brissett. Another inept performance through the air has only heightened the questions about when the Patriots will turn the offense over to hyped...
Fred Warner's pick-6 helps the 49ers snap a 2-game skid with a 30-13 win over the Patriots
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Even after all the success the San Francisco 49ers had the past few seasons, a two-game skid and a string of injuries early in the season can raise some doubts for any team. Considered those answered for one day at least. Brock Purdy threw...
The 49ers hope a visit from the struggling Patriots helps them snap out of their 2-game skid
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — With a first-year coach and some uncertainty at quarterback, the New England Patriots were expected to endure some growing pains early this season. For the defending NFC champion San Francisco 49ers, back-to-back losses the past two weeks were a jolt for...
The 49ers struggling defense will need to fix its problems without Javon Hargrave
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The past two weeks have exposed flaws on the San Francisco 49ers' defense that typically aren't an issue for what has been one of the league's top units. Fixing those problems will be an even bigger challenge now that star defensive tackle Javon Hargrave...
Vikings clear Jefferson to play but rule out Addison, Pace and Turner against Texans
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Justin Jefferson maintained confidence he would play this week despite the bruised quadriceps that forced him out of the last game. The Minnesota Vikings agreed with their star wide receiver. After practicing on Friday without restriction, Jefferson was cleared...
Vikings enjoy 97-yard Darnold-to-Jefferson TD pass for early spark in win vs. 49ers
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Sam Darnold strong-armed his former team in his home debut for the Minnesota Vikings — with a 97-yard touchdown pass to superstar Justin Jefferson. The San Francisco 49ers weren't surprised by his success in the 23-17 victory by the Vikings on Sunday, but they...
Vikings' Jefferson forced out of game with bruised quad that leaves him sore but optimistic
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson was forced out of the game in the third quarter of their 23-17 victory over San Francisco on Sunday with a bruised right quadriceps, leaving him with significant soreness but guarded optimism about playing next week. ...
Aaron Rodgers and the Jets provide a good early test for the new-look 49ers defense
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Coach Kyle Shanahan made some big changes to the San Francisco defense this offseason in hopes of getting the 49ers back to the dominant level it had in 2021 and '22. New coordinator Nick Sorensen's new unit gets its first real test on Monday night with a...
At least 9 playoff teams from the 2023 NFL season enter this year with new play-callers
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Kyle Shanahan's decision to bring in an outsider to run the San Francisco 49ers defense backfired last season when the previously dominant unit took a step back in 2023 under Steve Wilks. The Niners still ended up making it to the Super Bowl but lost to...
