If you told me Purdy would throw 2 interceptions' while at the same time losing Kittle, I would have said no chance in hell we win this game. I don't know how they did it and I don't care. All I know is we get an opportunity to get revenge on Seattle at their house next week. Can't ask for more than that. Congratulations on the win and let's get back to work to be our best in the next round after we celebrate knocking out the defending super bowl champions tonight. 🍻
Unbelievable. The two games I gave them no chance of winning (the other was the first Ram game) and they prove me wrong both times. I wonder if Bosa and Williams will be healthy for camp. Warner will be without a doubt. Greenlaw tore his achilles 4 weeks later than Kittle and he played with 2 games left in the season (if I remember correctly) So hopefully that means Kittle could be back by game 11 next year. If thats true I don't see them drafting a TE high or signing a major TE FA. I think they can get by with Tonges and Farrell for a little more than half of a season. Finally I don't care what anyone says or what their PFF grades are. The 49ers need to sign or draft at least 1 A level O lineman and even better 2. They can't run against good Ds and it may be the difference this week. I say it over and over all I ask of my team is entertain me every week and this team has done more than that. GO 9ERS!!!
ReplyDeleteBrock Purdy’s moved up to #3 all time in the #49ers’ franchise record books in playoff passing yards (1,674). Chasing Montana and Young now, after passing Kaepernick today.
DeleteProbably the most impressive thing in today's victory for me is that we had 1 penalty for 15 yards and that was questionable at best.
ReplyDeleteFor this game we had DRob come up big.....For the Seattle game, I hope we incorporate BRob into the game plan.
It's gonna be a physical battle for every yard in a loud hellacious atmosphere. Purdy and KS have to be less greedy and if we keep turnovers down, we have a chance.
I wonder if Shanny will develop an alternative scheme for Seattle.....maybe some 21 w BRob and CMC sharing the backfield- I think they need to run more screens w/out the downfield threat- hopefully, Pearsall plays tho. Fun game. Seattle season ticket holders were given threatening letters about re-selling tix last week.
ReplyDeleteWhat a tremendous win against all odds! Huge credit to the coaching staff and players for putting together the ultimate team performance.
ReplyDeleteA few things really stood out to me:
The tackling was the best it’s been in weeks — aggressive and disciplined.
The starting linebackers should stay as they are moving forward. Winters continues to struggle in coverage, tends to overrun plays, and is only an average tackler at best.
Siegle caught my attention again when he came in, the defense looked faster and more energized. He makes plays and should seriously get more snaps over Brown or Mustapha, who just don’t bring the same speed or coverage ability.
S Brown was questionable entering and exited the game- Sigle will start there- I had previously argued that he should be considered for Dime LB as he was a converted Corner
DeleteGrits, guts and zero quits!
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Eagles-49ers final score: Most expensive offense in the NFL puts up 19 points in home loss to worst defense in the playoffs."
Philly fans can be rough.
With the wind, I knew Purdy was going to have some problems because he has a relatively weak arm and because his throws spend relatively more time in the air because of both the weaker arm and throwing with anticipation. Still, I was impressed by how he shook off those two interceptions to move the team down the field and ultimately for the win.
ReplyDeleteKendricks had a great game and Wallow actually had the most tackles of any defender. Maybe we need to give this guy a chance as he played quite well today.
49ers produced the highest single-game offensive success rate against the Eagles since Vic Fangio became their DC.
DeleteProps to Kendricks! Who would have thunk?
ReplyDeleteThat was me.
DeleteYep absolutely! Kendricks gave props to KJ Wright....so we probably have another potential Demeco waiting on the wings.
DeleteSo if Saleh leaves Bradley or KJ Wright will be promoted. Feeling good about the bench.
K J Wright has been being groomed for DC for the past few years and when he's ready I fully expect him to be named when the opportunity presents itself.
DeleteKyle Shanahan is now responsible for just over 37% of all 49ers road playoff wins in franchise history!
ReplyDeleteIt seems like Walsh Seifert and Harbaugh played in far more home games than road
DeleteQuite a win, but against that Seattle d Brock will need more open targets, especially with no Kittle and even if Ricky plays. Would it be presumptuous to suggest that Kyle use BRob as rb1 and CMC as receiver?
ReplyDeleteGeorge- I mentioned earlier that Shanny may nd to adjust and try and develop some 21/31 packages to get BRob on the field more..... if Pearsall doesn't play, Seattle will probably bring Safeties up again- and probably even if he does play.
DeleteThe NFL just screwed us by scheduling the game Saturday night.🪛
ReplyDeleteInteresting, but why would they do that? Our winning the SB would be a Cinderella story, so probably increase viewership.
DeleteShort week against a rested team in the belly of the beast. Bring it on!💪
DeletePretty bs when accounting for player safety as well- Rams n Bears should have been first game on Sat and 49ers v Seattle Sun to account for NFL's East Coast bias....... I think the short rest may help as they have the mojo going and Brock gets to forget the picks that much sooner.
DeleteOf course they did.
Deleteseriously? cross country trip then on to seattle on a short week... brutal.
DeleteDid anyone catch the extra excitement in Brady's voice when the 49ers scored during the game? I believe that Brady still has a warm spot in his heart watching the team he grew up cheering win tonight. This was certainly a game that will immediately go into 49ers folklore.
ReplyDeleteAES,
DeleteI was thinking the same thing
Brock Purdy was at his best targeting in-breaking routes against the Eagles, completing 12 of 17 for 208 yards, 2 TD & INT. As I pointed out prior to the game the Eagles were the best in the 10 years of NextGenStats at 51.9% completion rate on in-breaking routes.
ReplyDeleteGood call, Razor.
ReplyDeleteYou were on a heater with the NextGenStats and even being close to the final score.
Couldn't be more happy to be wrong.
ReplyDeleteIf there was one team where you dont need to pressure the qb to be ok on D, it was Philly. This is why I have always thought Hurts isnt a good qb.
And on the plus side side, of the qb's left Darnold is the most likely to be susceptible to phantom pressure.
Good point, Shoup.
DeleteThe 49ers cannot allow Darnold to get comfortable in the pocket. Pressure and sacks will completely derail Darnold's game, which has always been his M.O.
The one thing I thought could halt this 9ers momentum was a short week on the road after a cross country trip to play the #1 seed. The NFL couldn't be anymore unfair if they spotted Seattle 7 points
ReplyDeleteThis 49ers season, full of injuries and other issues like Aiyuk quitting on the team has only seemed to galvanize them more. A game scheduled for Saturday is just another hurdle that the 49ers will need to overcome. I believe that they are more than battle tested for anything at this point.
ReplyDeleteCrazy part is how many young players they have, especially on defense - don't often see a team relying on so many young guys play so hard when confronted with this level of adversity. Bodes really well for the future.
DeleteTexans are releasing pass-rusher Darrell Taylor — fresh off IR and fully healthy.
ReplyDelete• Former Seahawks EDGE
• Can be claimed by playoff teams
• 49ers sit FIRST in waiver priority
Who would he replace, and would he be enough of an upgrade to be worth potentially risking the team mentality (i.e., if they cut a guy that's been through it with the team to bring Taylor in, what message is being sent)?
DeleteOf course, with Kittle heading to IR, there is an opening if they are content with what they have on offense.
I'm good with anyone that can provide some pass rush.
DeletePatriots signed him to their practice squad.
DeleteBring him onboard.
ReplyDeleteEric Kendricks - 12 total tackles, zero missed tackles, five stops, and the game-winning PBU
ReplyDeleteGarret Wallow - 11 total tackles, three stops, one PBU
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DeleteThese two, especially Kendricks played a big role in yesterday's win. Wallow was a nice surprise.
DeleteKendricks has been an improvement on Bethune, and Bethune was doing pretty well for a guy getting his first starts.
DeleteMonroe Freeling, OT, Georgia declaring for the draft.
ReplyDelete+ Has experience playing both left and right tackle
Delete+ Ideal frame with great length and an 84 inch wingspan
+ Basketball background shows up with his foot quickness
+ Effective blocking on the move with great athleticism in space
+ 85.7 pass blocking grade in 2025 and allowed just 9 pressures all year
+ Looks to finish blocks emphatically
- A little over 1,600 career snaps isn’t on par with a lot of the other top guys in this class
- Needs to be more consistent with his hands and will allow rushers to get into his chest too quickly at times
- Gave up 21 pressures in 2024
Expect him to rise up draft boards and go 1st round.
Thanks for the players entering the draft coverage.
ReplyDeleteFrom Nick Wagoner:
ReplyDelete"Eagles had 19 carries for 85 yards (4.5 yards per carry) when #49ers rookie DT CJ West wasn't on the field.
It was 17 carries for 55 yards (3.2 ypc) when West was on the field.
When West AND Alfred Collins were on the field together, Philly had 13 carries for 38 yards (2.9 ypc).
Impact from the rookie DTs has been growing."
Love to see it. West has low key been getting more reps the second half of the year and been (imo) the best DT against the run on the team.
With Kittle confirmed to have torn Achilles tendon and will be on IR for
ReplyDeletefirst several week of 2026 season, the 9ers should try to sign free agent TE Kyle Pitts, who will turn 26 y/o in 2026. His Spotrac market value is ~$12 Mil AAV, but expect intense bidding from multiple teams if he hits the open market. IMO, it would likely cost the 9ers $14 - $15 Mil AAV to sign him.
HIS HISTORY:
* Drafted 4th overall in 2021, seen as a game-changing tight end. Had Pro Bowl rookie year (68 catches, 1026 yards) with Matt Ryan, who learned how to utilize him.
*Post-Ryan Struggles & Coaching Issues (2022-2024)
Quarterback Carousel: After Ryan, the Falcons cycled through Marcus Mariota, Desmond Ridder, Taylor Heinicke and later Michael Penix Jr. none consistently delivering deep or accurate passes.
* Coaching Mismanagement: Coach Arthur Smith used Pitts as a decoy, blocker, or underneath receiver. Failed to create mismatches with his elite speed and size, leading to frustration and poor play.
* Injuries: A significant knee injury cost him games in 2022, impacting his development.
* Many NFL analysts believe Pitts is a rare talent wasted in a rigid system that didn't scheme him open.
* Atlanta coaching staff under HC Raheem Morris and OC Zac Robinson has specifically worked with Kyle Pitts to improve his blocking and refine his route running.
I think a more realistic target will be Austin Hooper. Shanahan has tried to get him via FA previously, so obviously likes him. Reliable blocker and pass catcher. Good fill in while Kittle heals and nice #2 when he gets back.
DeleteAlso Shanahan had him when he was the OC in Atlanta.
DeleteScooter
DeleteRE TE Austin Hooper: I agree with you , but was thinking more of a long term replacement for Kittle who is 31 Y/O and no one knows how he'll respond from a Achilles tendon tear?
* Adding Kyle Pitts to the 49ers, alongside Kittle, would create a nightmare scenario for defenses, allowing KS to deploy an elite 12 personnel packages with 2 dominant receiving TE's who can line up anywhere, creating mismatches against linebackers and safeties and opening up explosive play potential with Kittle and Pitts flexing out as big slot receivers or even split out wide. The combination with Pitts playing the big slot role would make the 9ers offense incredibly dynamic and difficult to defend, leveraging Pitts's rare athleticism and pairing him with Kittle's all around skills.
Will be interesting to see how much money they are willing to commit given they just extended Kittle this past offseason. My guess is Pitts will get pretty big money, and it will be more than the 49ers are willing to pay.
DeleteScooter
DeleteYea, you're probably be right....Spotrac market value is ~$12 Mil AAV, but bidding from multiple teams, would likely cost the 9ers $14 - $15 Mil AAV to sign him. Fun to dream though!
There is a slight chance they could draft Kenyon Sadiq out of Oregon. I wouldnt do it but given their need of weapons and him probably being the best weapon available at their draft spot its not out of the realm of possibility.
DeleteThe Positive is that you will never need to pay him like a top wr and you can essentially get that kind of production.
Sadiq will go top 10 in a draft class that has maybe 5 top 10 worthy picks.
DeleteDoes anyone know when Saleh can interview for HC jobs? Last thing I want is him being distracted on a short week.
ReplyDeleteScooter
ReplyDeleteRE Saleh: My understanding is, since the 49ers are in the playoffs, Saleh can't have in-person interviews until the 49ers' season ends, but virtual interviews with teams whose coaches lost in the Wild Card round can happen Jan 13. Not sure if that answers your question?
Thanks GEEP.
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DeleteI like Mike Tomlin a lot. There's nothing I would like more than to see the team of the 70s play the team of the 80s in the Superbowl this year. It would be the clash of two historical championship organizations.
ReplyDeleteThe Seahawks last played on January 3 (will have been 13 days between games)
ReplyDeleteThe 49ers played on Sunday (5 days between games)
Since 1984, teams to have as big of a rest advantage heading into a playoff matchup as the Seahawks do all won their game (7-0)
Playoff Wins in 49ers History:
ReplyDeleteBill Walsh 10
George Seifert 10
Kyle Shanahan 9
Saw another stat where KS has more playoff wins now than Mike Shanahan.
DeleteD'Angelo Ponds CB Indiana would be a nice addition in Round 3.
ReplyDeleteCan't believe he's only considered a 3rd rounder! He's been great this year.
DeleteRound 3 is where I have him. Not sure where he's being projected but he'd likely move up boards through the process.
DeleteAhmari Harvey, CB, Georgia Tech is a day 3 prospect I'd have interest in.
ReplyDeleteDe'Zhaun Stribling WR Ole Miss is a day 3 prospect they could look to fill JJ's role.
ReplyDeleteHe could be a nice piece especially if he's still around on day three. Good looking out, Razor.
DeleteThe days of motivational head coaches are coming to an end. If you don't have a HC that is tactically and technically astute in almost every facet of professional football, he's a dinosaur.
ReplyDeleteSo true, so very true. I think of that Indiana coach in this regard as well. Incredible what he's done there.
DeleteThere's still a place for guys whose best asset as a HC is wrangling the herd. Yes, long tenured guys like Harbaugh and Tomlin have been let go, but both guys will easily find jobs elsewhere (Harbaugh is the hot commodity this offseason and Tomlin will be next offseason when he becomes available to coach in the NFL again). Both franchises have had excellent overall records under them.
DeleteSirianni just won the SB last year and Dan Campbell has had the Lions performing well for a couple of years prior to this one.
The difficulty obviously is that you need to find two good coordinators instead of one, but I think it's premature to say these types of HCs are no longer effective.
Motivation only gets you so far. Sure, you can have an outstanding OC backed up by another...if you know of a tree that grows them. I don't believe a revolving door at OC is sustainable unless you have a Shanahan, Reid or McVay.
DeleteMotivation got the Eagles a SB last year. When the Bucs won in 2020, Arians wasn't calling plays. Belichick didn't call plays as a HC and he won a few I hear. There's more than one way to be a successful HC.
DeleteIt's just not sustainable in today's NFL. If I was an owner looking for a HC, I'd seek out the best offensive mind I could find.
DeleteYou say that, yet the record of these coaches states otherwise.
DeleteRecords are great but sustainability is the road I want to stay on.
DeleteYou know, I was told as recently as last year that Tomlin was a better HC than Shanahan. Of course, I scoffed!
Tomlin and Harbaugh proved their way was sustainable. They were the two longest tenured coaches for a very good reason.
DeleteThey also both had SB success, something Shanahan is yet to taste.
This isn't me saying I think they are better than Shanahan, or I would prefer them to Shanahan. Neither could be further from the truth. But your statement against these types of HCs is objectively and demonstrably incorrect. And for all the "sustainability" Shanahan brings which these guys (according to you) do not, they have had more success as HCs.
Both unemployed. Dinosaurs, just like Belichick. That style of coaching is over.
DeleteMike Tomlin’s career playoff record stands at 8–10, with his last postseason win coming in the 2016 season. His teams lost seven straight playoff games, tying the longest such streak in NFL history!
And yet the last SB winner is the same.
DeleteOne and done to an inferior team because they didn't have an OC tree in Siriani's backyard. Jim Harbaugh needs a tree too.
DeleteAnd you'd give your left nut for Shanahan to have Siriani's success.
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DeleteI watched Houston/Pittsburg last night. Houston's d really impresses. They've won 13 of their last 15 games. Watch out New England is all I can say.
ReplyDeleteMike Tomlin steps down as the Steelers head coach.
DeleteHe could take a year off from coaching and still be the leading head coach candidate in 2027.
I think Ryans is the best defensive coach in the game right now with McDonald being number 2.
DeleteSaleh is right up there but those guys are clearly a above him even if they are head coaches imo.
I'll go with McDermott as my pick for the best DC in the game this season.
DeleteCouldn't agree more. Game was rather boring for the most part. And I got tired of looking at Rogers all the time. Sadly, it is time for him to move on. But Houston? They've really turned themselves around.
ReplyDeleteAnd just one other thing. If by chance the Niners win Saturday, and with Darnold at QB anything's possible, they'll be just one game away from the Super Bowl in San Francisco. My goodness, but who would ever have thought that possible?
ReplyDeleteThat was a spectacular upset engineered by Kyle, Saleh, and the entire organization, and yet another inspiring moment throughout this memorable season.
ReplyDeleteThat said, one fatal mistake made by Kyle and his staff has unfortunately doomed the 49ers chances of moving on to the NFC championship game. And it seems that, as brilliant as Kyle has been during his tenure, it's always at least one major failure of him and his staff each and every season that continues to impede their chances of the 49ers winning their 6th Lombardi trophy. This season it's their inability to get their 2024 4th round pick, and their 2025 4th round pick, on the field in order to mitigate their one fatal offensive flaw .... a SEVERE LACK OF OFFENSIVE TEAM SPEED at the WR position. Kyle and John have been well aware of this for a few years now, and yet this major problem persists, and this inability to put pressure on opposing DB's with any kind of field-stretching speed and thus preventing opposing Safeties from aggressively squeezing Niner's WR's by playing shallow coverage and jumping routes, continues to haunt this offense. Yet, for the second straight year, without a healthy Ricky Pearsall on the field, and with the 49ers inexplicable ability to develop either 4th round pick, it has become a major failure, and it will be the reason they will be unable to score enough points VS Seattle's defense for the second time in three weeks. And it's a real shame!
While it doesn't feel that way right now, long term I think the injuries to Bosa and Warner have done the 49ers defense a big favour and set them up for long term success.
ReplyDeleteFirst and most obvious is that it's given a bunch of young guys opportunities to play. But that's also the smallest benefit it's provided (and a lot of these young guys would have gotten playing time anyway).
Most importantly, it's made the younger players accountable. There's no Bosa or Warner on the field to pick them up or hide behind. Everyone has had to step up and new voices have had to rise. That's huge for a defense that is undergoing a transformation.
It's taught them the value of next man up mentality, and that even leaders and great players can be replaced. That a team isn't about individuals, even if individuals can make a difference. And that even a group that isn't great individually can still play well together if everyone does their job and works hard for each other.
And what gives me confidence that this won't be a temporary thing is how the young players all seem to still be improving each week. Young guys, especially rookies, usually tail off at the back end of the year. Not happening with this group. They're turning into professionals before our eyes. It's great to see.
I think Shanahan was a bit vanilla against the Eagles, likely keeping some new wrinkles under wraps for this game.
DeleteAccording to 49erWebzone.
ReplyDeleteThe 49ers are opening up the practice window for Fred Warner.
I doubt he plays this weekend but if the 49ers get past Seattle he might be ready to play after this weekend.
Now that Tomlin stepped down is Saleh the top candidate for the job. Is he hired with McDaniel as his OC? If he is hired at Pittsburg how much is he willing to give up to get Mac Jones? I don't see him taking the job without a QB in mind. A 1st and a 5th and a 6th
ReplyDeleteI doubt Saleh will be their top candidate. They historically like giving young, up and coming coaches an opportunity.
DeleteScooter,
Delete46yo is not ancient. He could give them at least 20 good years. They do value toughness in Pittsburgh.
Not ancient, but not up and coming either.
DeleteI suspect 49er fans value Saleh more than the NFL does atm. Not to say he isn't valued, but I doubt he's considered the best candidate out there. The Jets tenure went really poorly. Lots of good coaches around the league, and as much as people appreciate the job he's done this year with so little, I wouldn't be surprised if he gets overlooked this cycle by the teams he'd be interested in joining, and would say no to places that don't have the right supporting infrastructure in place.
I am not sure if McDaniel would want to be Saleh's OC. McDaniel was more successful as a Head Coach. His offenses were generally good with Tua, and he did make a couple of playoff appearances. He's still young (43 yrs) and
Deletemay want to work with a more established HC to see if he
can leverage himself for another opportunity. Maybe Phili?
Ribeye,
DeleteIf McDaniel is truly confident in his ability as an OC then Pittsburgh under Saleh would be a perfect fit. As long as They could get Mac Jones the opportunity to be an OC with a great defense, how could he fail? Field position and time of possession alone would make his job very easy.
Where will the Niners play if they win Saturday?
ReplyDeleteI anticipate LA beating Chicago........ Levi's South would be interesting if the 49ers can pull off the upset.
DeleteIf it's in Chicago George, you going?
DeleteNope
DeleteWill be interesting to see if 49ers submitted a waiver claim on teh Edge,Taylor, from Houston......
ReplyDeleteThe 49ers had 3 players come in for visits today:
ReplyDeleteTE Hayden Rucci
S Darrick Forrest
WR Colton Dowell
Max Clare, TE, Ohio St. just declared. Likely a top 20 pick.
ReplyDeleteHarold Perkins Jr. (6’1 220) LSU
ReplyDelete+ Explosiveness getting downhill
+ Versatility and experience playing linebacker and edge
+ Elite athleticism
+ 88 career pressures
+ 17 career sacks
+ Impressive closing speed
+ Pass rushing instincts
- 18.8% missed tackle rate for his career
- 49.7 coverage grade in 2025
- Difficulty disengaging from blocks
- ACL surgery ended his 2024 season
- Often a touch late to diagnose plays
Draft projection: Late day two or early day three
I prefer his running mate Whit Weeks.
DeleteLB is definately a potential first round pick imo.
Imagine paying Jim Harbaugh 16M a year and he depends on Greg Roman for offense. How bad do you have to be to need Greg Roman? Now what? Poor Herbert, lol.
ReplyDeleteGreg Roman's offense is neanderthal. Passing concepts are adolescent. He's got a good run game; I'll give him that but if he doesn't have high draft picks across the offensive line it doesn't work.
DeleteBrayden Willis promoted to the active roster to take Kittle's spot.
ReplyDeleteMatthew Stafford, last 10 games outdoors in the rain/snow:
ReplyDelete1-9 record
16 touchdowns
11 interceptions
QB Brock Purdy has thrown for 250+ yards and 1+ TD in 4 straight playoff games. The only QBs to do that 5+ straight games in Super Bowl era:
ReplyDeleteTom Brady 11 straight
Drew Brees 9
Patrick Mahomes 6
Warren Moon 6
Matt Ryan 5
Eli Manning 5
If Saleh get hired as a HC anywhere other than Balt, GB and NY I can see him trading for Jones. Possibly Tenn.
ReplyDeleteIm curious if he will get hired.
DeleteI think only a few options are good for him imo. Those would be LV, Tenn, ATL and maybe Miami. The others will likely go in a different direction.
I certainly hope that he wouldn't take the raiders job if it is offered. Las Vegas has become the death valley for head coaches over the years.
DeleteMiami and ATL might be good landing spots, but I'm not sure that he leaves the 49ers. He may want to have another year to see the young players he was instrumental in drafting develop into stars. But, if the 49ers shock the world by winning the SB, Saleh will likely jump to the top of head coach needy teams. He may receive an offer that is hard to pass up.
Fa'alili Fa'amoe, OT, Wake Forest, former DT playing RT since '22. Hands have that "pop" and physical with an f in the run game.
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