What makes the assumption even more impressive is that San Francisco almost beat Jacksonville. They had a few ugly passes by an injured Purdy, and they allowed a punt return for a touchdown. Still, they were within one score of winning the game.

The 49ers put his prediction into game action Thursday, letting Pineiro attempt a career-long 59-yard field goal when they were tied 20-20 in the fourth quarter. Head coach Kyle Shanahan admitted after the game that he debated the decision for a bit, “but we said screw it, let’s see what he’s got.”

The San Francisco 49ers stayed atop the NFC West with a miracle win over the Los Angeles Rams in Week 5. Here are the highlights.

In the past, the 49ers haven’t seen as many early contributions from that many players in their rookie class. But, in need of production from younger players, San Francisco has seen its offseason gamble pay off en route to a 4-1 start.

San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Alfred Collins, bottom, celebrates with teammates after recovering a fumble against the Los Angeles Rams during the second half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025, in Inglewood, Calif.

Sep 28, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) leaves the field after the game against the Indianapolis Colts at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images / Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Kyle Juszczyk's wife, Kristin Juszczyk turned the San Francisco 49ers’ Week 5 clash into her own runway with a daring game day look.

The Cincinnati Bengals claimed former San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Jordan Jefferson off waivers on Friday, per the Associated Press' Josh Dubow.