49ers hold on for 23-17 win over Commanders in Week 6

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Last updated Oct 20, 2026

49ers hold on for 23-17 win over Commanders in Week 6
Summary

The San Francisco 49ers secured a 23-17 victory against the Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football, marking their sixth consecutive win to start the season. The game saw the 49ers struggle offensively in the second half after a strong first half performance, where they scored 20 points. Defensive plays were crucial for San Francisco, including significant contributions from Malik Mustapha and other young defenders. The 49ers' offense faltered after losing receiver Mike Evans to an Achilles injury, which could impact their strategy heading into Week 7. Coach Kyle Shanahan will need to evaluate their receiving options as they prepare for upcoming matchups.

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  • •49ers improve to 6-0 with win over Commanders
  • •San Francisco dominated first half but struggled after halftime
  • •Malik Mustapha made critical defensive plays late in the game
  • •Mike Evans left game with an Achilles issue, impacting the offense
  • •49ers face decisions in receiving corps if Evans is sidelined
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There was plenty to take away from a wild Week 6 win for the San Francisco 49ers over the Washington Commanders. Here's what we learned.

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