49ers top Broncos 24-14; McCaffrey praises Evans' performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 3:31 AM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers secured a 24-14 victory over the Denver Broncos on October 5, 2026. This matchup featured a memorable 55-yard touchdown reception by George Kittle. Mike Evans played a significant role despite battling a rib injury, recording five receptions for 76 yards. Head coach Kyle Shanahan achieved a milestone with his 167th game, surpassing Bill Walsh in franchise history. The 49ers continue to position themselves as strong playoff contenders in the NFL.
- •49ers defeated Broncos 24-14 on October 5, 2026.
- •George Kittle caught a 55-yard touchdown pass during the game.
- •Mike Evans recorded five receptions for 76 yards despite an injury.
- •Kyle Shanahan surpassed Bill Walsh with his 167th game as head coach.
- •This victory positions the 49ers favorably for playoff contention.
- 3:31 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers’ Christian McCaffrey gets 100% real on gritty Mike Evans vs. Broncos
"The San Francisco 49ers defeated the visiting Denver Broncos 24-14 in a game between two playoff contenders that included a wild 55-yard George Kittle touchdown . Fullback Kyle Juszczyk suffered a scary injury while fellow veteran Mike Evans gutted out a solid performance with a painful rib injury. Evans caught five balls for 76 yards on the day […] The post 49ers’ Christian McCaffrey gets 100% real on gritty Mike Evans vs. Broncos appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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