Christian McCaffrey explodes in 49ers’ win over Falcons
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Christian McCaffrey and the San Francisco 49ers defense had a great night.
The star running back had 201 yards from scrimmage and two touchdowns as San Francisco beat the Atlanta Falcons 20-10 on Sunday night.
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San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) celebrates his touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons during the first half of an NFL football game on Sunday, October 19, 2025 in Santa Clara, California. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
McCaffrey rushed for 129 yards and two touchdowns on the ground. He also had seven catches for 72 yards. He started the scoring in the second quarter, helping San Francisco take a 7-3 lead. He then plunged the dagger into the hearts of Falcons fans when he was pulled and pushed into the end zone with 2:26 left in the game.
It was a very frustrating night for the Falcons.
Michael Penix Jr. He was 21/38 for 241 yards and a touchdown. He was fired twice and failed. But after two big wins against the Washington Commanders and Buffalo Bills, the Falcons’ offense was expected to have a little more firepower than they showed against the depleted 49ers defense.
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Mykel Williams (98) celebrates the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, October 19, 2025 in Santa Clara, California. (AP Photo/Kelley L Cox)
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Atlanta went on nine drives throughout the night and only managed 19 first downs. The team was 5-for-11 on third downs and 0-for-2 on fourth down attempts.
San Francisco had 324 yards of total offense to Atlanta’s 292 yards.
The 49ers were able to rush Bijan Robinson to 40 rushing yards on 14 carries. He had six catches for 52 yards and a touchdown. San Francisco quarterback Mac Jones was in the game in place of Brock Purdy. He had 152 passing yards and one interception.
Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) runs near San Francisco 49ers safety Ji’Ayir Brown (27) during the second half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Kelley L Cox)
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Despite the injuries that have affected San Francisco since Week 1, the 49ers improved to 5-2 with the win. Atlanta fell to 3-3.
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