49ers defense excels in tight win against Seahawks in Seattle
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026

The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Seattle Seahawks 32-29 on October 11, 2026, showcasing a strong performance from their young defense. Despite allowing 29 points, the 49ers recorded four turnovers, five sacks, and limited Seattle to a 30 percent offensive success rate. Key contributions came from rookie defensive players like Gracen Halton, who scored on a fumble recovery, and Jaden Dugger, who stepped up following an ejection. 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan expressed pride in the defense's ability to perform well under pressure, particularly after losing key players during the game.
- •49ers improve to 5-0 with the victory in Seattle
- •Defense forced four turnovers and recorded five sacks
- •Gracen Halton scored a touchdown on a fumble recovery
- •Jaden Dugger had significant contributions after a teammate's ejection
- •Kyle Shanahan praised the defense's resilience and adaptability
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers unsurprised as defensive youth movement pays huge dividends in Seattle
"The most stunning aspect of the 49ers’ thrilling win in Seattle was the performance of their very youthful defense.
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