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George Kittle News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 4

49ers’ George Kittle drops ‘go Cardinals’ before ‘whole new season’ in playoffs

The San Francisco 49ers saw a prime opportunity slip away in Week 18, falling 13-3 at home to the Seattle Seahawks in a game that decided both the NFC West title and the conference’s No.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 4

49ers Notebook: McCaffrey blames self for key interception; Smith-Njigba takes dig at Deommodore Lenoir; Kittle unbothered by Seahawks celebrating at Levi's

The 49ers were on the dejected side after their 13-3 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Saturday night, which cost them the chance to have home-field advantage throughout the playoffs.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 4

Grading the 49ers' players and coaches after losing 13-3 to the Seahawks

SANTA CLARA -- The 49ers just got humiliated at home by Seattle Seahawks. The final score was 13-3. It was the 49ers' worst offensive performance since Kyle Shanahan became the head coach nine years ago.

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Christian McCaffrey News / 49ers Webzone / January 4

49ers' Week 18 loss to Seahawks: Key stats, records, and McCaffrey milestones

The San Francisco 49ers finished their 2025 season with a 12-5 record thanks to a 13-3 Week 18 loss to the Seattle Seahawks at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 4

Who will the 49ers face in their Wild Card playoff game?

The San Francisco 49ers controlled their own fate heading into their Week 18 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. A win would have secured the NFC West title and home-field advantage throughout the NFC playoffs.

Deommodore Lenoir News / Bleacher Report / January 4

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 4

This unit on the 49ers was exposed when it mattered most

The San Francisco 49ers had a home game against the Seattle Seahawks for a chance at the one seed, a bye, and home-field advantage throughout the playoffs.

Brock Purdy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 4

Brody Purdy left bloody after brutal Seahawks sack

The San Francisco 49ers faced the Seattle Seahawks in the regular season finale with the division title and the No. 1 seed on the line. San Francisco came into Saturday’s matchup with a six-game winning streak but the absence of Trent Williams loomed large.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / January 4

49ers ready to 'embrace the hard way' in playoffs after losing home-field advantage to Seahawks

An extremely rare opportunity was there for the taking on Saturday night for the San Francisco 49ers, who had the chance to secure home field advantage all the way through the Super Bowl with a win over the Seattle Seahawks.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 4

49ers injury updates: San Francisco enters playoffs with mounting health concerns

The San Francisco 49ers battled through injuries all season and still carried a six-game winning streak into their Week 18 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

John Lynch News / Larry Brown Sports / January 4

49ers GM John Lynch went ballistic on live TV after huge Seahawks play

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch was one with the fans on Saturday after his team committed a huge defensive lapse against the Seattle Seahawks.

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Sam Darnold News / Yardbarker / January 4

Seahawks QB Sam Darnold proves doubters wrong by flipping script from last year

Darnold is now a member of the NFC's No. 1 seed after leading the Seattle Seahawks to a road victory over their rival San Francisco 49ers.

Seahawks deliver emphatic statement in taking NFC No. 1 seed

49ers GM John Lynch went ballistic on live TV after huge Seahawks play

Bears WR Rome Odunze 'noncommittal' on playing in postseason

Amon-Ra St. Brown, Dan Campbell send messages to frustrated fans

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NFL News / Yardbarker / January 3

Seahawks deliver emphatic statement in taking NFC No. 1 seed

The road to the Super Bowl in the NFC is going through Seattle after the Seattle Seahawks were 13-3 winners against the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday night.

Sam Darnold proves doubters wrong by flipping script from last year

49ers GM John Lynch went ballistic on live TV after huge Seahawks play

Bears WR Rome Odunze 'noncommittal' on playing in postseason

Amon-Ra St. Brown, Dan Campbell send messages to frustrated fans

Matt Eberflus assigns blame for struggles after Jerry Jones comments

Ravens must avoid Derrick Henry mistake with Lamar Jackson returning

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 3

NFC Notes: Brock Purdy, Matthew Stafford, 49ers, Rams, Seahawks

49ers QB Brock Purdy delivered the game-winning touchdown pass in Week 17 over the Bears to WR Jauan Jennings, who took the pass 38 yards to the house.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 3

49ers stars George Kittle active, Trent Williams, Ricky Pearsall out for Week 18 vs. Seahawks

The San Francisco 49ers will play against the Seattle Seahawks on Saturday, with the winner of the game earning the NFC West title, along with the No. 1 seed in the NFC playoffs.

Trent Williams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 3

49ers elevate veteran OL amid Trent Williams injury

The San Francisco 49ers have a big matchup against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 18, as the winner of the contest earns the No. 1 seed in the NFC. However, it appears San Francisco is preparing for the worst after making a roster move amid Trent Williams’ injury concerns.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 3