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Watch: Injured Nick Bosa Enjoys a Beer While 49ers Defense Steps Up Big Against Panthers

Injured Nick Bosa took his place inside the VIP suite at Levi’s Stadium on Monday to cheer for Brock Purdy, who started his second straight game for the San Francisco 49ers.

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San Francisco 49ers Secure Week 12 Victory

The San Francisco 49ers held firm and found a way to grind out a victory over the Carolina Panthers, 20-9, in a Monday Night Football showdown that was as messy as it was meaningful.

Ji'Ayir Brown News / 49ers Webzone / November 25

49ers Notebook: Christian McCaffrey piling up amazing numbers; Career night for Ji'Ayir Brown; Young defense rises to occasion

While much of the talk after the 49ers' Monday night win over the Carolina Panthers was about the three first-half interceptions thrown by quarterback Brock Purdy, there were also a number of positives to take from the game, starting with the play of the defense.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 25

Kyle Shanahan’s blunt take on why Jauan Jennings fought Tre’von Moehrig after MNF win

The San Francisco 49ers overcame a rocky start by Brock Purdy to beat the Carolina Panthers on Monday Night Football in Week 12. Purdy tossed three interceptions in the first half but San Francisco rode a big game from Christian McCaffrey and a strong defensive effort to victory.

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The 'Most catches by an NFL running back' quiz

How many of the NFL running backs with the most receptions in a season can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 25

Grading the 49ers' players and coaches after beating the Panthers 20-9

SANTA CLARA -- The 49ers just beat the Carolina Panthers 20-9 and improved their record to 8-4. However, the Panthers are pretenders, and the 49ers played down to their level, particularly on offense.

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The most memorable NFL Thanksgiving game performances

The NFL on Thanksgiving has become one of the great American traditions, dating back to 1920. These are some of the most memorable moments and performances from the Turkey Day games.

Christian McCaffrey News / 49ers Webzone / November 25

49ers dominate Panthers: McCaffrey's historic night and key stats from 20-9 win

The San Francisco 49ers improved to 8-4 on the season after a 20-9 Week 12 win over the Carolina Panthers at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

Jauan Jennings News / Larry Brown Sports / November 25

Tre’Von Moehrig punched Jauan Jennings in nuts prior to fight

A fight broke out after the San Francisco 49ers beat the Carolina Panthers 20-9 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., for their Week 12 game on Monday night.

George Kittle News / 49ers Webzone / November 25

Why George Kittle was frustrated after 49ers' 20-9 win over Panthers

The San Francisco 49ers improved to 8-4 with a 20-9 victory over the Carolina Panthers on Monday Night Football at Levi's Stadium. But despite the win, star tight end George Kittle admitted he was frustrated with the team's overall performance, believing the 49ers left too many opportunities on the field.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 25

Kyle Shanahan says Brock Purdy's interceptions were 'all really good decisions'

What went wrong with 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy that caused him to throw three interceptions against the Carolina Panthers on Monday night? Head coach Kyle Shanahan says it wasn't a matter of decision making but rather a case of not putting the ball where it needed to be.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / November 25

Fight ends ‘MNF’ game after Panthers player delivered ‘cheap shot’

A fight broke out at the conclusion of Monday’s San Francisco 49ers-Carolina Panthers game at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

'MNF' takeaways: 49ers defeat Panthers in snoozefest

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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.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 25

The one thing giving the 49ers defense a chance

If you want a quick glance at how long an NFL season is, look no further than the San Francisco 49ers' safety room. During the first four weeks of the season, it was the clear weakness of the defense and the unit that everyone was picking on.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Field Level Media / November 24

49ers overcome Brock Purdy's picks, shut down Panthers

Christian McCaffrey ran for 89 yards and a touchdown and the San Francisco 49ers overcame a horrible first-half stretch from quarterback Brock Purdy to beat the Carolina Panthers 20-9 on Monday night in Santa Clara, Calif.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 24

49ers defeat Panthers in 'MNF' snoozefest

'MNF' takeaways: 49ers defeat Panthers in snoozefest

The San Francisco 49ers improved to 8-4 with an ugly 20-9 win over the not-ready-for-primetime Carolina Panthers (6-6) to cap Week 12.

Fight ends ‘MNF’ game after Panthers player delivered ‘cheap shot’

Jauan Jennings calls groin shot that led to postgame punch ‘childish behavior’

Kyle Shanahan reacts to altercation

Brandon Aiyuk's contract extension with 49ers looking like a big misstep

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Matt Gay News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 24

49ers Elevate Two Players Including K Matt Gay

The San Francisco 49ers have elevated K Matt Gay and LB Jalen Graham from the practice squad to the active roster for Week 12 against the Panthers, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire.

Christian McCaffrey News / The SportsRush / November 24

'22 Veterans Commit Suicide Every Day': Christian McCaffrey Reveals How He Is Helping Military Members and Their Families

With all of the injuries the San Francisco 49ers have suffered this year, it’s been on the few healthy soldiers they’ve got to pull some extra weight. And arguably, no one has carried more of that load for the boys in the Bay than Christian McCaffrey.