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Inman: 10 things that caught my eye in 49ers' 20-9 win over Panthers

Ji'Ayir Brown's two interceptions and a strong defensive effort secured a 20-9 49ers win while the team emphasized unity despite Brock Purdy's interceptions.

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Inman: 10 things that caught my eye in 49ers' 20-9 win over Panthers

Ji'Ayir Brown's two interceptions and the 49ers' defense preserved a 20-9 win while teammates stressed unity and support for Brock Purdy.

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Inman: 10 things that caught my eye in 49ers' 20-9 win over Panthers

National Football League

Inman: 10 things that caught my eye in 49ers' 20-9 win over Panthers

Inman: 10 things that caught my eye in 49ers' sleepy loss at Texans

49ers offense struggled early, failing to provide support for an undermanned defense, resulting in a loss while defensive play remained resilient despite missing key players.

49ers' Robert Saleh texts Fred Warner: You ain't dead,' and neither is young defense

Fred Warner suffered a surgically repaired right ankle likely ending his season while the 49ers defense adjusts with younger replacements and emphasizes disciplined assignments.

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Inman: 10 things that caught my eye in 49ers' loss besides missing-man formation on Warner play

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49ers' Fred Warner still 'makes their defense go,' says a Hall of Fame linebacker

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Inman: 10 things that caught my eye in 49ers' loss besides missing-man formation on Warner play

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49ers' Fred Warner still 'makes their defense go,' says a Hall of Fame linebacker

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49ers-Buccaneers: Malik Mustapha returns to Niners' active roster

Safety Malik Mustapha will make his 2025 debut against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, providing depth and an enforcer mentality while slated for a limited snap count.

Empty-handed 49ers seeks to end their unwelcome NFL record streak

Here is a hot tip if you're starting a gambling pool and predicting which 49ers defender will snap their interception drought, now spanning an NFL-record 12 consecutive games. It's going to be me, cornerback Deommodore Lenoir said, when they throw a catchable ball. Opponents, dating to last season, have gone 381 consecutive passes without one sticking in the 49ers' slick gloves. Sunday's sharpshooter will be Baker Mayfield, who's had only one pass intercepted out of 172 thrown this season

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49ers, hero Alfred Collins use bonus practice to wind down from win over Rams

Rookie defensive tackle Alfred Collins recovered a late fumble to preserve a 49ers overtime win against the Rams and helped stop a fourth-and-1 in overtime.

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Robert Saleh's 49ers defense gets ready to rumble with the Rams' starry offense

49ers defense produced no turnovers, sacks, or quarterback hits and remains without Nick Bosa, while young defensive backs embrace the challenge against the Rams' elite passing attack.

49ers can't generate pressure or turnovers in first game of no-Bosa era

Nick Bosa's torn ACL significantly weakened the 49ers' defense, contributing to no sacks, few takeaways, and a 26-21 loss to Jacksonville.

Will 49ers' defense be patient or attack slippery' nemesis Kyler Murray in home opener?

49ers defense emphasizes collective effort and varied rush plans to limit Kyler Murray's dual-threat impact while the offense awaits quarterback clarity.