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49ers Suffer Humiliating Defeat to Packers
The San Francisco 49ers suffered their most embarrassing loss in franchise history to the Green Bay Packers, losing 38-10. Head coach Kyle Shanahan expressed disappointment in all aspects of his team’s performance, citing penalties, poor run defense, and turnovers.
The 49ers’ defense allowed the Packers to rush for over 100 yards in the first half. They also missed numerous tackles and committed nine costly penalties. Three turnovers gifted the Packers touchdowns, compounding the Niners’ misery.
Self-inflicted errors plagued the Niners. A missed catch by Deebo Samuel led to a Green Bay interception and touchdown. Tight end George Kittle lamented the team’s failure to execute basic tasks like catching the ball, avoiding penalties, and protecting the football.
Quarterback Brandon Allen, making his first start in over a year, played well but was let down by his teammates. Allen’s status for next week’s game against the Buffalo Bills is uncertain, as Brock Purdy is recovering from a shoulder injury.
Despite their struggles, the Niners remain in contention in the NFC West. However, Sunday’s performance has raised concerns about their ability to turn things around quickly. As the clock ticks down, the Niners must find answers to avoid falling further behind in the race for the playoffs.