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49ers in Week 8 power rankings: Bounce-back win boosts momentum ahead of Texans clash

The San Francisco 49ers bounced back from their Week 6 setback with a decisive win over the Atlanta Falcons. Star running back Christian McCaffrey led the charge, totaling an impressive 201 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns in Week 7, helping the 49ers secure their fifth victory of the season.

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Falcons’ Kaden Elliss makes honest Christian McCaffrey-Bijan Robinson comparison

On Sunday evening, the Atlanta Falcons dropped to 3-3 on the 2025 NFL season with a frustrating road loss at the hands of the banged-up San Francisco 49ers.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 20

49ers star Christian McCaffrey makes NFL history in win over Falcons

Reports of San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey's decline appear to have been premature. On Sunday night at Levi's Stadium, McCaffrey silenced any doubters with a performance that reminded the NFL why he remains one of the league's most dynamic players.

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The 'Most two passing touchdown NFL games' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to throw two touchdowns in a game on 55 different occasions can you name in eight minutes?

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The '400-touch NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the NFL players to touch the ball at least 400 times in a single season can you name in five minutes?

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The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time

Many teams have made missteps regarding a separation from a head coach or coordinator. Some have been straight firings, others de facto dismissals described as mutual separations.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 20

Kittle had big goal for McCaffrey ahead of win over Falcons

49ers' George Kittle had big goal for Christian McCaffrey ahead of win over Falcons

After the 49ers improved to 5-2 on the season via a 20-10 win over the Atlanta Falcons, Kittle revealed that he had a big goal in mind for running back Christian McCaffrey heading into the "Sunday Night Football" contest.

'SNF' takeaways: Vintage performance from Christian McCaffrey lifts 49ers over Falcons

Who is the greatest all-time running back from every NFL team?

The 'NFL running back receiving leaders' quiz

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

Bijan Robinson has a simple message for Texas QB Manning

Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Talk / October 20

Kyle Shanahan: Christian McCaffrey the most consistent player I've been around

49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan challenged his team to run the ball 40 times before Sunday night's game against the Falcons, but they wound up falling just short of that total in a 20-10 win.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 20

49ers Notebook: George Kittle's impact; McCaffrey wins RB showdown; Chase Lucas cashes in on big opportunity; What makes the 49ers good?

Just how much difference can one tight end make? The answer is a whole lot, based on Sunday night's game between the 49ers and Falcons. The 20-10 win over the Falcons at Levi's Stadium was the first time since Week 1 that the 49ers played with tight end George Kittle, who has been sidelined due to a hamstring injury.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 20

Key stats from the 49ers' 20-10 Week 7 win vs. the Falcons

The San Francisco 49ers improved to 5-2 on the season after a 20-10 Week 7 win over the Atlanta Falcons at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Below are several statistics and notes from Sunday's game, which were provided by the 49ers Communications staff.

San Francisco 49ers News / ESPN / October 20

CMC's latest do-it-all effort has Kittle's goal on track

Christian McCaffrey totaled 201 yards from scrimmage to lead the 49ers past the Falcons on Sunday night, and in doing so continued to etch his name in both franchise and league record books when it comes to all-purpose production.

NFL News / Total Apex Sports / October 20

San Francisco 49ers Beat Atlanta Falcons 20-10

The San Francisco 49ers and Atlanta Falcons were set for an NFC showdown on Sunday night football. The game would feature arguably two of the best running backs in Christian McCaffrey and Bijan Robinson.

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 19

Christian McCaffrey dominates as 49ers clip Falcons

Christian McCaffrey ran for 129 yards and two touchdowns and added seven catches for 72 yards as the San Francisco 49ers posted a 20-10 victory over the visiting Atlanta Falcons on Sunday night in Santa Clara, Calif.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 20

Vintage performance from McCaffrey lifts 49ers over Falcons

'SNF' takeaways: Vintage performance from Christian McCaffrey lifts 49ers over Falcons

Even with all the key injuries the San Francisco 49ers continue to deal with, a vintage showing from running back Christian McCaffrey was too much for the Atlanta Falcons to overcome in a 20-10 win on "Sunday Night Football."

Christian McCaffrey dominates as 49ers clip Falcons

Are Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr.'s road woes concerning?

Who is the greatest all-time running back from every NFL team?

The 'NFL running back receiving leaders' quiz

NFL News / 5 GOATs / October 18

Frank Gore previews Falcons-49ers matchup, talks pregame celebration with Lowe’s

Frank Gore is ready to see the Sunday Night Football matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and Atlanta Falcons. On3 recently caught up with the former 49ers running back, and he weighed in on the two running backs — Bijan Robinson of the Falcons and Christian McCaffrey of the 49ers.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 17

49ers Have an Opportunity to Wake up Their Run Game Against Falcons

Arguably, the most disappointing facet of the San Francisco 49ers this year has been their run game. Part of that has been the fierce defensive fronts they’ve faced this season.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 16

49ers Might Have to Accept the Hard Truth About Christian McCaffrey

2025 has been a bizarre season for Christian McCaffrey. The San Francisco 49ers have been working him into the ground more than any previous season. He's been doing it all for the offense as a running back and as a wide receiver.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / October 15

NFL insider believes the 49ers may surprise their own fans and make deadline deal to help out Christian McCaffrey

The trade deadline always stirs the pot around the NFL. For the San Francisco 49ers, injuries have shaken up their roster on a weekly basis, and many people believe they'll look to improve their secondary or defensive line with a deal or two before the deadline.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 4

NFL Announces Punishment For 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey

The San Francisco 49ers are coming off a huge Thursday night win over the Los Angeles Rams, despite missing several offensive stars due to injury. Fortunately for them, they still had Christian McCaffrey, who carried the ball 22 times for 57 yards while adding eight receptions for 82 yards and a receiving touchdown.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 3