NEW ORLEANS, La. – The San Francisco 49ers walked off the field with a victory at the Superdome, leaving a lasting impression on both players and fans. Linebacker Fred Warner left the field visibly emotional, highlighting the significance of the game.
Quarterback Mac Jones stepped in for Brock Purdy and delivered an impressive performance with three touchdown passes, leading the team to a total of 26 points. Christian McCaffrey contributed 107 total yards and a touchdown, while Jauan Jennings made a standout 42-yard touchdown.
Fred Warner forced a fumble, Nick Bosa delivered a critical sack, and Bryce Huff sealed the game with a strip. Special teams also played a crucial role, pinning the Saints inside their own 10-yard line twice during crunch time. “It was a huge, big-time win,” said head coach Kyle Shanahan. He described the victory as not perfect but tough, resilient, and championship-caliber.
The 49ers are set to face the Arizona Cardinals at home next. The Cardinals currently hold a 2-0 record this season.