San Francisco’s 41-6 loss to Seattle exposes offensive and offensive-line flaws that will likely depress 49ers’ early-season lines next year. Betting implication: expect the 49ers to open as underdogs in key NFC West matchups and for totals to trend low until roster upgrades; cautious bettors may favor Seattle/LA or 49ers under on points.
Seahawks Rout 49ers 41-6 — Season Ends Abruptly
The 49ers’ season ended in a 41-6 loss to Seattle in the NFC Divisional round of NFL Playoffs. An opening kickoff return for a touchdown set the tone, and San Francisco never recovered. The offense managed only six points, while multiple injuries and breakdowns exposed key roster weaknesses ahead of the offseason.
Game Snapshot and Key Moments
The opener’s special-teams score and early turnovers put the 49ers in an uphill battle. Quarterback pressure, limited receiving production and a struggling offensive line allowed Seattle to control the game and force mistakes that sealed the result.
Offensive Grades and Snap Distribution
Quarterbacks
Brock Purdy 51 snaps (59.3) — Under constant pressure all game; registered two turnovers (including a sack-fumble) and faced heavy pressure-to-sack rates.
Mac Jones 9 snaps (55.8).
Running Game
Christian McCaffrey 31 snaps (62.8) — Finished as a leading rusher despite a shoulder injury.
Kyle Juszczyk 31 snaps (66.4).
Brian Robinson Jr. 15 snaps (48.6).
Rookie Jordan James 14 snaps (74.4) produced 28 yards on six carries and showed promise in limited action.
Receiving Corps
Jauan Jennings 47 snaps (55.5) — Team-high receiving yards (23).
Ricky Pearsall 42 snaps (51.6).
Kendrick Bourne 24 snaps (52.5).
Demarcus Robinson 24 snaps (54.4).
Skyy Moore 9 snaps (54.6).
The five primary receivers combined for just three catches for 24 yards, highlighting an urgent need for speed and playmakers.
Tight Ends
Luke Farrell 34 snaps (39.7).
Jake Tonges 29 snaps (90.3) — Led the team with five catches for 59 yards but coughed up a costly fumble and left with an injury that shifted responsibilities.
Offensive Line
Spencer Burford 60 snaps (43.5) — Struggled in pass protection with six pressures allowed.
Colton McKivitz 60 snaps (75.7).
Dominick Puni 57 snaps (54.4).
Jake Brendel 57 snaps (65.5).
Trent Williams 57 snaps (72.6).
The line allowed consistent pressure and two sacks, underscoring a clear offseason priority.
Defense: Individual Effort, Collective Issues
Defensive Line
Alfred Collins 27 snaps (26.5),
C.J. West 26 snaps (29.9),
Sam Okuayinonu 25 snaps (49.9),
Keion White 25 snaps (61.1),
Jordan Elliott 25 snaps (49.6).
The unit generated nine pressures and two sacks but lacked enough consistent disruption to change the game’s momentum.
Linebackers
Eric Kendricks 53 snaps (53.8) — Solid tackling presence.
Dee Winters 45 snaps (57.1) — Team-high seven tackles and an 81.1 tackling grade. The duo combined for a number of defensive stops but could not compensate for offensive failures.
Secondary
Malik Mustapha 53 snaps (56.9).
Marques Sigle 53 snaps (27.9).
Deommodore Lenoir (78.4) — Best coverage grade and tight coverage on limited targets.
Renardo Green 50 snaps (45.7) was briefly benched, and Darrell Luter Jr. was targeted for a touchdown by the opponent during that sequence.
The backfield gave up a critical touchdown that further deflated any comeback hopes.
What This Means for the Offseason
The loss spotlights three urgent needs: reliable receiving speed and playmakers, reinforcement and depth along the offensive line, and continued evaluation of depth in the secondary. Injuries to key offensive contributors and limited production at wide receiver will drive draft and free-agent focus.
Betting and Market Implications
Expect the 49ers to open as underdogs in early NFC West matchups until offseasons moves address the offensive line and receiver room. Totals may trend lower for 49ers games as bookmakers price in offensive uncertainty. Bettors should monitor offseason signings and draft activity before backing San Francisco in high-leverage markets.
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