49ers recover fumble, lead Broncos 10-3 in Denver
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 10:38 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026

The San Francisco 49ers lead the Denver Broncos 10-3 in the third quarter of an NFL matchup on October 4, 2026. A fumble recovery by Siran Neal off Broncos punt returner Marvin Mims set up the score, with quarterback Brock Purdy completing a two-yard touchdown pass to Deebo Samuel. The game remained scoreless for the first 40 minutes, and with 4:15 remaining in the third quarter, the Broncos have struggled on offense, punting on their last four possessions. Broncos cornerbacks Pat Surtain II and Riley Moss have been ruled out due to injuries sustained earlier in the game.
- •49ers lead Broncos 10-3 with 4:15 left in the third quarter.
- •Brock Purdy has thrown for 103 yards and one touchdown.
- •Siran Neal recovered a fumble to set up the 49ers' touchdown.
- •Broncos have punted on their last four possessions.
- •Both Pat Surtain II and Riley Moss are injured and ruled out.
- 10:38 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers recover fumble, take 10-3 lead in Denver
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