49ers hold top NFC playoff spot ahead of Monday Night Football matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 5:13 AM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers maintained their position at the top of the NFC standings with a record of 7-1 after their bye week. Their strong performance this season is bolstered by a significant victory, which will keep them in first place even if the Minnesota Vikings, currently at 6-1, win on Monday night. The Vikings will face the Buffalo Bills before hosting the 49ers in an upcoming international matchup. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks both improved to 5-4 with their respective victories during Week 9.
- •49ers are 7-1 in the NFC standings.
- •Vikings play on Monday night against the Bills.
- •Rams and Seahawks both improve to 5-4.
- •NFC playoff picture tightens with competitive standings.
- 5:13 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers’ playoff picture looks pretty rosy after Week 9 win
"A look at the NFC playoff picture with a couple of games remaining in Week 9
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