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49ers Embrace ‘Best in the World’ Motto Heading Into Final Playoff Push
The 49ers return refreshed with kicker Eddy Pineiro expected back and several key players recovering as they aim for a playoff spot with three of their last four games at home.
- On Sunday, the San Francisco 49ers return from a late bye after waiting three months, aiming for a playoff push while sitting 9-4 and hosting Tennessee.
- After 13 straight weeks, the club scheduled a late bye, letting Christian McCaffrey, Colton McKivitz, and Trent Williams rest and recover while coach Kyle Shanahan found it more relaxing.
- The 49ers announced several injury and practice updates as kicker Eddy Pineiro is expected back this week after missing two games, while Tatum Bethune, Sam Okuayinonu, and Nick Martin remain sidelined.
- Playing three of the final four games at home gives the San Francisco 49ers an edge as they vie with the Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams for a playoff spot.
- Historically, the Niners perform well after a bye, winning their first game back in three straight seasons and five of the last six; coach Kyle Shanahan recalled nearly signing Philip Rivers to back up rookie Brock Purdy.
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49ers embrace ‘best in the world’ motto heading into final playoff push
SANTA CLARA – Best. In. The. World. Defensive end Clelin Ferrell used those four words in breaking down the 49ers’ huddle at Thursday’s practice, a message that fired up its playoff-pursuing audience. “It was a pretty cool reminder for all of us to hear that from Cle,” quarterback Brock Purdy said. “What we do is hard and it’s a challenge, but we love it and we’re up for it. We’ve done this our whole life. We can’t take this for granted. We’re a…
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49ers return from late bye week refreshed and ready for playoff push
The San Francisco 49ers have taken advantage of their long-awaited bye week to rest and recharge. Players like Colton McKivitz and Christian McCaffrey enjoyed personal time, while the team prepared for a playoff push.
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