San Francisco 49ers remain undefeated atop NFC West following Week 3
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 12:43 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers improved to 3-0 after a close 36-30 win against the Arizona Cardinals on September 24. The 49ers built an early 14-0 lead and quarterback Brock Purdy threw four touchdown passes. The Cardinals scored 30 points, their highest since 2024, but struggled with their passing game. The Seattle Seahawks lost 33-31 to the Washington Commanders despite four touchdown passes from Sam Darnold. The Los Angeles Rams, after leading 16-0, fell to the Denver Broncos 30-26. Looking ahead to Week 4, the Cardinals will play the New York Giants, the Rams face the Philadelphia Eagles, the Seahawks host the LA Chargers, and the 49ers take on the Broncos.
- •49ers are 3-0 and lead the NFC West standings.
- •Cardinals scored 30 points for the first time since 2024.
- •Seahawks lose to Commanders 33-31 in Week 3.
- •Rams lose 30-26 after blowing a 16-0 lead.
- •Upcoming games include 49ers hosting Broncos.
- 12:43 PMYahoo Sports — NFC West standings: San Francisco 49ers on top, Arizona Cardinals in last place
"A look at the current NFC West standings, what happened in Week 3 and what's coming in Week 4.
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