49ers struggle with injuries in loss to Falcons
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 12:03 PM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers lost their first game of the season, falling 29-20 to the Atlanta Falcons in Week 7. The defeat was marked by four turnovers from the 49ers and the significant loss of running back Christian McCaffrey due to a thigh injury early in the game. San Francisco initially built a 13-0 lead, but the offense faltered without McCaffrey, who managed only 26 yards in the second half after returning. The limited depth at wide receiver contributed to a predictable offensive strategy, allowing the Falcons to rally back and secure the win.
- •49ers recorded four turnovers while Falcons had none.
- •Christian McCaffrey exited the game with a thigh injury.
- •San Francisco held a 13-0 lead before losing momentum.
- •The offense struggled without key playmakers like Deebo Samuel.
- •Atlanta capitalized on the 49ers' injuries to secure the victory.
- 12:03 PMYahoo Sports — The 49ers finally cracked under the weight of their injuries
"Losing Christian McCaffrey for a chunk of Week 7 was the straw that broke San Francisco's back
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