49ers vs Carolina Panthers 11-24-25

49ers vs Carolina Panthers 11-24-25

This marks another chapter in what’s been an intriguing 49ers season as they faced the Panthers last night. Coming off a solid stretch and with Christian McCaffrey now firmly established as the offensive centerpiece, San Francisco showed grit despite some early struggles from QB Brock Purdy.

The game started off rocky for Purdy, who threw three interceptions in the first half—something unseen by any quarterback this season. Yet, the Niners leaned heavily on McCaffrey, who delivered a powerful performance with 142 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown to keep San Francisco in control. His 12-yard touchdown run after the halftime break helped propel the Niners to a 20-9 lead.

On the opposing side, Panthers QB Bryce Young couldn’t quite replicate his recent franchise-record performance. His 169 yards passing and one touchdown were overshadowed by two costly interceptions that ultimately stifled Carolina’s momentum. The Panthers missed an opportunity to seize control of the NFC South, and frustration boiled over late in the game with a heated altercation between players.

Despite Purdy’s early woes, the 49ers managed the second half conservatively but effectively, focusing on short passes and McCaffrey’s versatile running game to secure the win. The Niners’ defense also played a crucial role, limiting the Panthers’ big-play ability and holding strong in key moments.

Overall, this was a hard-fought, low-scoring affair typical of tough NFC matchups. McCaffrey’s elite performance continues to be the driving force behind San Francisco’s playoff push, while Purdy and the offense will have to clean up the turnovers as they prepare for the rest of the season.