The San Francisco 49ers are currently having an impressive campaign in the NFL, remaining among the contenders in their division with just a few games left in the regular season. Even more remarkable is that <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kyle-shanahan">Kyle Shanahan</a> has managed to keep his offense performing without Brandon Aiyuk, who has yet to make his season debut due to injury.



The wide receiver is still rehabbing after tearing the ACL, MCL, and meniscus in his right knee—a severe injury he suffered in October of last year. Could <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brandon-aiyuk">Aiyuk</a> return to the field alongside his teammates this season? Shanahan is optimistic.



“Oh, I’m definitely still hopeful,” the head coach said on KNBR, via David Bonilla of 49erswebzone.com. “I’m not counting on it, but I’m definitely still hoping that can happen.”



So far this season, the offense, led in part by Brock Purdy and Mac Jones, has relied on its top receivers, Ricky Pearsall and Jauan Jennings. It remains to be seen whether Aiyuk will get a chance to see any snaps this year.



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<h2>Lynch comments on Aiyuk’s situation</h2>



Aiyuk has yet to see action this <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season, and the opening of the 21-day window still seems far off. In fact, they’ll have to wait at least until after the team’s bye week, though Bay Area GM John Lynch doesn’t believe they’ll get to see the receiver on the field this season.


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“Realistic, I’m not sure,” Lynch said on KNBR. “Hopeful, yeah. I think that’s where I’d leave that . . . We’re a better football team when Brandon’s out there, but that’s probably what it is, hope right now.”



Additionally, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers">49ers</a>’ General Manager made his stance clear regarding the receiver’s contract negotiations, which could have, in some way, affected the relationship between the two parties.



“I don’t necessarily know that the reporting was an inflection point, but I think, the entire time, it hadn’t been great,” he said. “And so, you do your best to rectify those things, and then, everyone’s got to be professionals and conduct themselves in that manner.”

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan makes big admission about Brandon Aiyuk’s potential return this NFL season

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan makes big admission about Brandon Aiyuk’s potential return this NFL season - Bolavip US

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">San Francisco 49ers</a> won a tough visit against the Cleveland Browns. The game got chirpy and then, a Shedeur Sanders teammate had something to say regarding one of the rival players.



A week ago, 49ers’ Jauan Jennings suffered a low blow. Well, for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cleveland-browns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Browns</a> defensive tackle Shelby Harris, he deserved it: “He’s a h–, and I want that known. Like I see why he got punched in the nuts, because he said some things that you should not say to another man, ever. But, like, I don’t respect it because you say that, then run behind your O-line. That’s some real soft s—, and I want that known. I see exactly why they punched him in the nuts. I’m surprised nobody’s punched him in the jaw yet.“



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/myles-garrett" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Myles Garrett</a> also spoke on the matter, saying, “I can’t speak for how he was raised, but if you have nothing good to say, don’t say something to somebody. So, he had a lot to say that was demeaning and disparaging towards some of our players. And I was just trying to separate everybody. And I tried to go up and ask for what the problem was, and then he started coming at me and, I mean, some guys just roll like that.”



<h2>Jennings hasn’t spoken on any incident</h2>



After last week’s low blow, Jennings retaliated with a right slap and he was fined. After the Browns game, Jennings wasn’t spotted in the postgame locker room. Which makes it all but more suspicious.



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Jennings is a very good receiver, and actually had four catches for 39 yards and one touchdown. However, if he continues to make enemies, he could expose himself to being targeted by opposing defenses.


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<h2>The 49ers can’t afford to lose another weapon</h2>



San Francisco is very injured right now, so the 49ers can’t afford that someone hits Jennings with bad intentions and sidelines him. If Jennings gets injured, the 49ers don’t have any other receiver with his skills.



It’s not like quarterback Brock Purdy is playing lights out right now, so he needs all the help he can get. In fact, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/shedeur-sanders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Shedeur Sanders</a> might have outplayed him on Sunday. Purdy is constantly saved by Jennings’ huge catch ratio and safe hands. It might not seem like it, but Jennings is more important to this team than what meets the eye.

Shedeur Sanders teammate makes strong claim against 49ers player after Browns’ loss in Week 13

Shedeur Sanders teammate makes strong claim against 49ers player after Browns' loss in Week 13 - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/george-kittle">George Kittle</a> has tallied 396 yards and contributed five touchdowns in his eight appearances this 2025 season. While his solid numbers have helped the team win, the tight end still can’t believe how far he and the San Francisco 49ers have advanced this year given the extensive injuries they’ve faced.



“If people had said that you guys were going to be 9-4 into the bye and you weren’t going to have [Fred] Warner, [Nick] Bosa, Kittle was going to miss five weeks, and Brock [Purdy] was going to miss the first 6-7 weeks, I think a lot of people would have laughed,” Kittle said after the win against the Browns.



Kittle’s sentiment is understandable; with so many teammates injured, including himself, reaching this level of success wasn’t the expectation this year. However, it’s a challenge the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers">49ers</a> have been managing for some time, and they have historically reached the playoffs despite similar issues.



<h2>Kyle Shanahan echoes Kittle’s relief</h2>



Following the Browns game, Kyle Shanahan also spoke about how tough the weeks have been leading up to the Bye Week and the chance to finally rest, especially with a 9-4 record that offers the team some peace of mind.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/49ers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#49ers</a> HC Kyle Shanahan on the team being 9-4 &amp; finally getting to their bye week: “I love where we’re at right now. I believe we’d be in the playoffs today if it started. It’s been a long wait for a bye week — I’ve never had one this late; I don’t know if anyone on our team has… <a href="https://t.co/kNhNQEfr1X">pic.twitter.com/kNhNQEfr1X</a>— 49ers &amp; NFL News 24/7 (@49ersSportsTalk) <a href="https://twitter.com/49ersSportsTalk/status/1995242443315568669?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 30, 2025</a></blockquote></div> 



“I love where we’re at right now. I believe we’d be in the playoffs today if it started. It’s been a long wait for a bye week — I’ve never had one this late; I don’t know if anyone on our team has — but it’s finally here. Mentally and physically it’ll be awesome to rest, and then be able to come back from that with four games to play and a chance to get into the playoffs.”


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<h2>The 49ers’ remaining schedule</h2>



The final four games of the regular season look quite manageable for the 49ers. After the bye week, they will play the Titans at home (one of their last two home games of the regular season). Their other remaining opponents are the Colts, Bears, and Seahawks.

George Kittle fires off message of disbelief about the 49ers’ 9-4 start

George Kittle fires off message of disbelief about the 49ers’ 9-4 start - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cleveland-browns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cleveland Browns</a> are in the middle of a battle against the San Francisco 49ers. Quarterback Shedeur Sanders made an incredible play and NBA superstar LeBron James reacted to it.



On his X profile, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lebron-james" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LeBron James</a> said, “Helluva read and pass 12! Keep going!” While LeBron is a basketball player, he is an avid fan of football and even played tight end as a young prospect. He is now rooting for Shedeur Sanders to beat the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">49ers</a> and establish himself as the QB1 of James’ hometown team.



In the final seconds of the second quarter, Sanders received a snap from the shotgun formation, planted his foot and stepped forward to throw an absolute dot to rookie tight end Harold Fannin Jr. for a touchdown.



<h2>Sanders is showing plenty of promise</h2>



While still a very raw prospect, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/shedeur-sanders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sanders</a> has given the Browns a new dimension. Before he was appointed as QB1, the Browns had little to no explosive plays. Dillon Gabriel is not capable of slinging it as Shedeur. 



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Shedeur will miss wide open looks, but his upside is much better and he is not afraid to throw it downfield. He will make mistakes, but he will also create big plays, and the Browns should be fine with that.


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<h2>The Browns have a very good team to join Sanders</h2>



While the Browns don’t have an incredible wide receiver room, the wideouts are more than capable. They have one of the best tight end duos in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> with Fannin and David Njoku. Also, a great rookie running back like Quinshon Judkins.



As for the defense, it’s one of the best defenses in the NFL guided by the very aggressive defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz. Also, they have Hall of Fame talent defensive end <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/myles-garrett" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Myles Garrett</a> wrecking havoc weekly. If Sanders develops into a good quarterback, this is a playoff team.

Shedeur Sanders draws 7-word reaction from LeBron James with great play in Browns vs 49ers

Shedeur Sanders draws 7-word reaction from LeBron James with great play in Browns vs 49ers - Bolavip US

John Lynch sounded optimistic about a <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brandon-aiyuk">Brandon Aiyuk</a> comeback, noting the receiver is progressing well. “Brandon’s rehabbing. He’s trying to get back on the field,” Lynch said to NBCS 49ers, while also addressing rumors by explaining that “some things were reported this week that happened a long time ago.” He added both sides “have moved on from that.”



Lynch emphasized that the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers">49ers</a> keep very few rules, but they matter. “There are things that happen, there’s basic rules, team rules, league rules,” he said. “The ones we do have are very important… this is the first time it’s happened in our tenure.” He explained the team “had no other recourse” but to act on those rules.



The GM closed by making it clear they want Aiyuk back. “We want nothing more for Brandon to come back and be a part of this team,” Lynch said, praising him as “a really good football player” who has “done a lot for our team.” With 4,305 yards and 25 touchdowns since 2020, he reminded everyone the 49ers are “better when he’s on the field.”



<h2>Aiyuk drama could finally be in the past</h2>



Based on John Lynch’s latest comments, it now appears the possibility of Brandon Aiyuk leaving the 49ers, a situation fueled by reports that he wouldn’t push to collect outstanding money from the team and was at risk of being cut, may finally be fading away.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Brandon Aiyuk 5 REC, 156 YDS, 1 TD vs TB 2023 Week 11. Does he still have this in him?<a href="https://t.co/L8etTBO1RG">pic.twitter.com/L8etTBO1RG</a> <a href="https://t.co/twvfBmAEFj">https://t.co/twvfBmAEFj</a>— Football Performances (@NFLPerformances) <a href="https://twitter.com/NFLPerformances/status/1993440391178395892?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 25, 2025</a></blockquote></div>



This was the situation Aiyuk had been facing with the 49ers: “After Brandon Aiyuk failed to attend meetings and declined to participate in 49ers team activities, sources say the team responded by voiding the guaranteed money in his contract for 2026, asserting that the absences amounted to a failure to fulfill his contractual obligations,” Dianna Russini reported on X on November 21.


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<h2>Would it be smart for the 49ers to bring Aiyuk back?</h2>



Yes, because he already knows the system inside out and has been highly consistent since 2021. Aiyuk has played 69 total games with San Francisco, and before 2024 he had 16 or more games every season. He topped 1,000 receiving yards in both 2022 and 2023, and in 2022 he scored a career-high eight touchdowns, showing exactly the kind of production the 49ers could use again.

John Lynch signals Brandon Aiyuk may rejoin the 49ers after clarifying what really happened

John Lynch signals Brandon Aiyuk may rejoin the 49ers after clarifying what really happened - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cleveland-browns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cleveland Browns</a> and the San Francisco 49ers are one of the most intriguing matchups in Week 13 of the NFL. Now, the host team’s head coach Kevin Stefanski has revealed an aspect of the game that could directly impact how quarterback Shedeur Sanders plays.



It’s post-Thanksgiving and that only means one thing, football weather is back. Few cities have as much football weather as Cleveland and coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kevin-stefanski" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Stefanski</a> said the team is expecting “All of it.” This means drizzle, snow, and cold and windy weather.



Stefanski said the weather predictions can be tricky. “We’ve been in this situation a lot, where the weather doesn’t look good, and then sometimes you get down there and it was maybe overhyped or wasn’t accurate. At times, you don’t think it’s a big factor, and then it’s raining for a half. So you definitely have contingencies built into your game plan.” This could harm <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/shedeur-sanders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Shedeur Sanders</a>, as QBs usually struggle when football weather is that big of a factor.



<h2>Brock Purdy can struggle too</h2>



Fresh off a three-interception game, going into a complicated weather and facing a top-tier defense is not exactly the best scenario to bounce back. Still, that’s what <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brock-purdy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Brock Purdy</a> will have to do if he wants the 49ers to win this game.



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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">49ers</a> can’t slip as they are in pursuit of a playoff berth. A loss here could really damage their chances. The team has been collecting wins despite injuries but this week could prove too big of a test if Purdy doesn’t play well.


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<h2>Shedeur needs a solid game</h2>



Sanders just got his debut out of the way but, if he wants to continue being a starter he needs to have a good outing. It doesn’t have to be stellar, but he needs to take care of the ball and at least manage to make a decent game. If not, the QB debate could spark once again.



Sanders did look good in his debut but he wasn’t incredible. In fact, half of his yards came from two passes alone and while one was a dime, the other was a checkdown. Still, if Sanders plays well, not only can the Browns upset the 49ers, but he can also cement himself as the starter.

Browns HC Kevin Stefanski reveals key aspect that could limit Shedeur Sanders in Week 13 game vs 49ers

Browns HC Kevin Stefanski reveals key aspect that could limit Shedeur Sanders in Week 13 game vs 49ers - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">San Francisco 49ers</a> are preparing to face Shedeur Sanders and the Cleveland Browns in Week 13. Kyle Shanahan opened up about his feeling on facing Deion Sanders‘ son. It’s a unique moment for the coach’s career.



Speaking to reporters, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kyle-shanahan" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Shanahan</a> said, “It is weird just because he was my hero growing up. He was probably my number one player, just in terms of being a true fan of.” Shanahan then added, “I always talk about how I got his jersey in ’94 and wore it for about six months straight till someone jacked it from me. I’m still looking for that guy. But no, he was such a unique player.”



Now, Shanahan has the task to compete and beat Shedeur Sanders on Sunday. The 49ers are in the middle of a playoff race, while Sanders is trying to establish himself as an <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> starting quarterback.



<h2>Sanders made history in his Browns’ starting debut</h2>



By winning in his starting debut, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/shedeur-sanders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sanders</a> became the only Browns QB to win in his first game as a starter in nearly 30 years. Sanders completed 11 of 20 attempts for 209 yards with one touchdown and an interception.



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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cleveland-browns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Browns</a> were able to beat the Raiders and while Sanders was good, he wasn’t stellar. Still, he at least provided some big plays, and that’s an upside the Browns didn’t have prior to him being under center.


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<h2>The 49ers can’t have a mishap against the Browns</h2>



Despite all the injuries they’ve suffered, the 49ers are still alive and in the mix for a playoff berth. Right now, the 49ers hold the seventh seed in the NFC, the last playoff spot. However, they can’t afford to lose, as the Lions are breathing on their neck.



Hence, San Francisco needs a win to keep its hopes alive. With a plethora of injuries, Kyle Shanahan has put one of his best coaching seasons so far in the NFL. Now, he wil have to put a clinic to beat <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/deion-sanders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Deion Sanders</a>‘ son.

Kyle Shanahan opens up about facing Deion Sanders’ son Shedeur ahead of 49ers vs Browns in Week 13

Kyle Shanahan opens up about facing Deion Sanders' son Shedeur ahead of 49ers vs Browns in Week 13 - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers">San Francisco 49ers</a>’ latest outing highlighted an important performance from Kyle Shanahan’s team, which remains in contention to claim the NFC West. In a game marked by inconsistencies from both teams, the Bay Area squad was the one that ultimately came away with the win.



An unfortunate incident occurred during the final quarter of the game, when Panthers safety Tre’Von Moehrig hit Jauan Jennings—an action that had many wondering if an immediate response from the 49ers player was coming.



This didn’t happen until the end of the game, when Jennings knocked the mask off his opponent, prompting an immediate reaction from <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kyle-shanahan">Kyle Shanahan</a> during his press conference. In some way, the head coach made it clear that he stood behind his player’s response.



“The guy took a cheap shot. I was real proud of Jauan for not losing his mind out there and getting to the sideline,” Shanahan said. This action will likely have consequences for both players in the short term.



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<h2>A win to keep fighting</h2>



The 49ers’ crucial 20-9 victory over the Carolina Panthers was essential for their playoff aspirations, solidifying their hold on a Wild Card spot in the crowded NFC picture and improving their record to 8-4. 


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Despite an uncharacteristically sloppy offensive night that saw quarterback Brock Purdy throw three first-half interceptions, the defense was the undisputed MVP, surrendering only three points off those turnovers. 



Star running back Christian McCaffrey led the charge, racking up 142 total scrimmage yards (89 rushing, 53 receiving) and a touchdown, ensuring San Francisco kept pace with the Rams and Seahawks in the competitive NFC West.


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Kyle Shanahan shows pride in one of his key 49ers players - Bolavip US

The San Francisco 49ers continue their strong push to solidify themselves as the leaders of the NFC West, though it won’t be an easy task with their rivals refusing to let up. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brock-purdy">Brock Purdy</a>’s squad took down the Panthers, even if the quarterback didn’t have his best outing.



A lingering toe injury sidelined Purdy for several games, and many wondered whether the issue would, in some way, affected his level of play at Levi’s Stadium. Speaking to the media, Mr. Irrelevant confirmed that his toe is fine and that it had nothing to do with his multiple interceptions.



“No, toe is fine,” the quarterback said, via 49ersWebzone.com. “Feels good out there. It’s really just seeing the play develop, anticipating and letting it rip at the end of the day. So, it had nothing to do with my toe.”



In the first half, the talented quarterback threw three interceptions, allowing the Panthers to start drives in 49ers territory on two of them. Despite his inconsistent performance on a crucial Monday Night Football, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers">San Francisco</a> managed to secure its eighth win of the season.



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<h2>Keeping the pace</h2>



The San Francisco 49ers managed to keep their faint hopes of the NFC West title alive following their crucial victory over the Carolina Panthers. Now at a 8-4 record, they remain in the hunt behind the division-leading Rams and Seahawks, needing a strong finish and some help from their rivals to climb back into contention.


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<h2>What’s next for the 49ers?</h2>



The 49ers face a crucial stretch in their schedule as they look to make a late-season playoff push. They will first travel for a challenging road matchup against the Cleveland Browns before getting a much-needed break with their Bye Week. Following the rest, San Francisco returns home to face the Tennessee Titans in what will be a key contest as the playoff picture begins to take shape.



<h2>Have the 49ers clinched a playoff spot?</h2>



Despite picking up their eighth win of the season, the San Francisco 49ers have not yet secured their spot in the upcoming playoffs. However, according to the <a href="https://www.nfl.com/standings/playoff-picture">NFL’s official site</a>, they currently have an 86% chance of making it.

49ers QB Brock Purdy turns heads with major admission about his injury

49ers QB Brock Purdy turns heads with major admission about his injury - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brock-purdy">Brock Purdy</a> didn’t hide from the moment after throwing three interceptions in a rough first half against the Carolina Panthers. Asked if the turnovers shook his confidence, Purdy admitted the pressure is real, saying, “When you turn the ball over three drives in a row, you feel the pressure. This is why we are put in this position. I can handle this.”



He emphasized that quarterbacks can’t afford to crumble when things spiral. “You can’t lose confidence in yourself. You can’t shrivel back and take a bunch of checkdowns and stuff,” Purdy said, pointing out that staying aggressive and reading out plays is part of the job, even in the middle of a meltdown.



Despite the performance, Purdy insisted he’s built to rebound. He acknowledged the frustration, “Obviously, I don’t want to have that kind of performance. I’m an <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> quarterback,” but made it clear he’s already focused on responding the right way. “It’s all about how you prepare and move onto the next,” he said, framing the night as a test he plans to overcome.



<h2>Purdy’s worst game of the year</h2>



It’s true that Purdy has been injured for nearly half the season and is only now getting back with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers">49ers</a>, but the matchup against the Panthers stands as his worst of the year in terms of interceptions. His 193 passing yards were also his lowest total of the season so far.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Brock Purdy was asked if the interceptions affected his confidence: “It’s tough. Mentality as a quarterback, you want to play aggressive, you want to take what the defense gives you, but when you turn the ball over three drives in a row, you feel the pressure. This is why we are… <a href="https://t.co/eqMsTIWOhI">pic.twitter.com/eqMsTIWOhI</a>— Coach Yac 🗣 (@Coach_Yac) <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_Yac/status/1993190436219818146?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 25, 2025</a></blockquote></div>



Those interceptions against Carolina also put him in an unwanted category for the current season. “Brock Purdy is the first QB this season to throw 3 INT in the first half of a game,” ESPN reported through its X account.


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<h2>Mac Jones a bit better than Purdy</h2>



Purdy has thrown seven interceptions on just 122 attempts, a sharp contrast to Mac Jones, who has six picks on 289 attempts this season. Despite his struggles, Jones hasn’t had a three-interception game since 2022, highlighting how unusual Purdy’s recent turnover surge truly is.

Brock Purdy breaks silence on his interception meltdown during 49ers–Panthers

Brock Purdy breaks silence on his interception meltdown during 49ers–Panthers - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kyle-shanahan">Kyle Shanahan</a> couldn’t avoid addressing what happened with Brock Purdy in a game the 49ers won, but one in which their quarterback threw three painful interceptions, mistakes that, fortunately for San Francisco, didn’t turn into opposing touchdowns. Despite the rough sequence, the head coach insisted they were still the right reads.



“He just had three throws he’d love to take back. They were all three good decisions,” Shanahan said after the game, attempting to explain Purdy’s disastrous first half. “He was just a hair late on them and when you’re a hair late on stuff you can’t throw it behind them. He threw it behind them and all three guys made him pay.”



Those three interceptions will go down as one of Purdy’s worst stretches, though <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/whats-the-most-interceptions-brock-purdy-has-thrown-in-a-game-for-the-49ers">it wasn’t the game with the most turnovers in his career</a>. Even Purdy agreed with Shanahan’s assessment afterward, saying, “I needed to just drive the ball a little more, I kept it up in the air too long on multiple of them… It had nothing to do with my toe.”



<h2>Opinions similar to Shanahan’s</h2>



Shanahan wasn’t the only one who tried to look on the bright side of what <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brock-purdy">Purdy</a> was going through. Analysts, reporters, and even other 49ers players discussed the difficult situation the quarterback faced after the game, which they ultimately won to gain a bit more comfort heading into the playoffs.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Kyle Shanahan on Purdy’s three interceptions: “Just three throws he’d love to take back… You gotta think about all of them, why it’s happening. It would make me a lot more hesitant if they were bad decisions. They were good decisions, he just missed the throw on them.” <a href="https://t.co/piE3lxoBva">pic.twitter.com/piE3lxoBva</a>— KNBR (@KNBR) <a href="https://twitter.com/KNBR/status/1993174782309990845?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 25, 2025</a></blockquote></div>



Among the analysis was David Lombardi, who commented on how lessons can be learned from poor games: “Those 3 first-half INTs can end up becoming one of the best things to happen to Brock Purdy and this 49ers offense this season if they’re applied as proper growth moments.”


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“No, absolutely not. He’s a professional and a really good football player,” said Christian McCaffrey when asked if he said anything to Purdy after the interceptions. “If I make a mistake or if I have a drop and if someone says ‘catch the ball’ it makes you want to knock them out. There’s really nothing to say. You just keep on playing. It’s a long game and anything can happen.”

Kyle Shanahan sends pointed message after Purdy’s three-INT half: ‘He was a hair late’

Kyle Shanahan sends pointed message after Purdy’s three-INT half: ‘He was a hair late’ - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brock-purdy">Brock Purdy</a> has endured difficult games where he has thrown poor passes that ended up in the hands of a defender. To date, his single-game high for interceptions with the San Francisco 49ers was 4, which occurred against the Ravens during a 2023 Christmas game.



After that, Purdy’s worst game for interceptions in 2024 was against the Chiefs with 3. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers">49ers</a> paid dearly for those poor throws in a matchup that ended 34-40, marking what would be a short and tough season for both Purdy and the team.



In his <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> career with the 49ers so far, Brock Purdy has totaled 34 interceptions. His worst year was 2024 with 12 total interceptions, surpassing his 2023 total by one, despite 2023 being one of his best seasons with San Francisco, featuring a 12-4-0 record and his first Pro Bowl selection.



<h2>How many interceptions does Purdy have at Levi’s Stadium?</h2>



To date, Purdy has thrown 25 interceptions while playing at Levi’s Stadium with the 49ers. Simply put, playing at home does not seem to favor his arm; he appears to be more out of control at home than on the road, where he has thrown only 9 interceptions.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Brock Purdy throws his third interception of the game and the meltdown keeps getting worse 😳 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/49ers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#49ers</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NFLRedZone?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NFLRedZone</a> <a href="https://t.co/9Z7FX3IcXZ">pic.twitter.com/9Z7FX3IcXZ</a>— Aggregate Sports (@AggregateSports) <a href="https://twitter.com/AggregateSports/status/1993138847723704491?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 25, 2025</a></blockquote></div>



In 2024, Purdy was the 6th quarterback with the most interceptions (12) across the league. In 2023, he landed below Mac Jones in the 10th spot on the same list with just 11 interceptions. Significantly, 2022 was his best season for avoiding turnovers: he threw only four interceptions in nine games, placing him 38th in the QB standings.


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<h2>Who is the 49ers quarterback with the most interceptions in a game?</h2>



Purdy does not hold this record, but his four interceptions in one game put him close to the team record of six interceptions in a single game. That franchise record belongs to John Brodie, set in a game against the Lions on November 4, 1973. Brodie also holds the season record, throwing 31 interceptions in 1965, a total matched by George Mira in 1968.

What’s the most interceptions Brock Purdy has thrown in a game for the 49ers?

What’s the most interceptions Brock Purdy has thrown in a game for the 49ers? - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brock-purdy">Brock Purdy</a> measures in at 6-foot-1 (185 cm) and 99 kg (218 lbs), according to Pro Football Reference, a build that’s slightly below the prototypical NFL quarterback mold with the San Francisco 49ers. 



Most modern QB1s stand closer to 6-foot-3 to 6-foot-5, the range long considered the “ideal” size for seeing over the line and absorbing hits. Yet Purdy has shown that accuracy, anticipation, and processing speed matter far more than fitting a physical prototype.



While he isn’t as tall as the league’s classic pocket passers, his frame still fits within the league’s functional range for starting quarterbacks. The so-called “perfect size” for an <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> QB has drifted over the years, but Purdy’s durability and consistency prove that players in the 6-foot to 6-foot-2 range can thrive just as well as their taller counterparts.



<h2>Shorter but successful</h2>



Despite his shorter stature, Purdy has led the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers">49ers</a> to the playoffs on two separate occasions during his four years with the team, a significant achievement for a quarterback whom some consider undersized but who has proven remarkably efficient.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Brock Purdy is wearing a Toyotathon jacket <a href="https://t.co/imeKRwqux3">pic.twitter.com/imeKRwqux3</a>— Coach Yac 🗣 (@Coach_Yac) <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_Yac/status/1993083355701588384?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 24, 2025</a></blockquote></div>



Purdy is only marginally shorter than the legendary 49ers quarterbacks. Joe Montana stands at 6-foot-2 (188 cm), and Steve Young shares that same height. They surpass Purdy by barely one inch of difference, setting aside, of course, the Super Bowls they won for the team.


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<h2>Purdy shares a special link with John Brodie</h2>



John Brodie is on the historical list of 49ers quarterbacks with the most games started, totaling 159. He also measures 6-foot-1 (185 cm), just like Purdy. Additionally, Brodie is the third-winningest quarterback in franchise history with 74 wins and also holds the franchise record for most career interceptions, with 224 total.

How tall is 49ers QB1 Brock Purdy?

How tall is 49ers QB1 Brock Purdy? - Bolavip US

Ricky Pearsall opened up about his communication with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brandon-aiyuk">Brandon Aiyuk</a> and offered a glimpse into how the receiver is handling everything behind the scenes. “I think he’s doing fine. You know what I mean?” Pearsall said, acknowledging that Aiyuk has always been more reserved and private than most people realize.



Pearsall explained that staying connected with Aiyuk has become important to him, especially during a stretch where the star wideout has been away from the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers">49ers</a> spotlight. “It’s hard because he’s a quiet guy, he’s to himself,” he said, emphasizing that silence shouldn’t be confused with struggle.



He also made it clear that the relationship runs both ways, noting that Aiyuk supported him long before their paths crossed in the NFL. “As much as I can reach out to him and show love his way because he’s done that throughout my journey,” Pearsall said, adding, “I’m just trying to pay my dues back to him and I think he’s doing good.”



<h2>Aiyuk still owed a large check</h2>



Jason of Over The Cap detailed the significant amount the 49ers still owe Aiyuk after he played only seven games last season, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/kyle-shanahan-hints-frustration-with-brandon-aiyuk-situation">compounding the frustration expressed by Kyle Shanahan</a> over the 2025 drama where Aiyuk has played no games while reportedly “recovering.”



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">49ers players aren’t too familiar with the logistics of Aiyuk’s contract and status, but he was at rehab in team facility yesterday and teammates think he is doing ok with frustrations of coming back from tough injury. Here’s Ricky Pearsall: <a href="https://t.co/Yrl8mGkOLP">pic.twitter.com/Yrl8mGkOLP</a>— Vic Tafur (@VicTafur) <a href="https://twitter.com/VicTafur/status/1992361558689935743?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 22, 2025</a></blockquote></div> 



“This contract will go down as one of the big misfires in NFL history. At the end of the day, the 49ers will have paid Aiyuk about $34 million of the $120 million contract extension that was signed in 2024. He has played no games in an extension year of the contract.”


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“Including his rookie contract, the team will have paid him $48 million for 7 games, 25 receptions, and 374 yards. Had the 49ers not signed the extension, they would have paid Aiyuk $14.12 million for last season and then allowed him to leave the team as a free agent.”

Ricky Pearsall breaks silence on Brandon Aiyuk and drops subtle new details

Ricky Pearsall breaks silence on Brandon Aiyuk and drops subtle new details - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kyle-shanahan">Kyle Shanahan</a> sent a clear answer about the Brandon Aiyuk contract fallout when asked if he was disappointed things had spiraled this far. “Yeah of course,” he said, adding, “I’ve been coaching over 20 years and I’ve never been in a situation where a contract has been voided. So it’s extremely unusual to me.”



Shanahan later clarified that despite the chaos of the summer, it wasn’t something he believed should define <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brandon-aiyuk">Aiyuk</a>’s future in San Francisco. “What happened in July doesn’t have anything to do with the future. It had to do with circumstances that were out of a coach’s hands,” he explained.



The coach also addressed reports about Aiyuk missing team obligations, pushing back on the idea that it’s tied to contract anger. “Yeah, he has missed them. There’s been other people on our team that have missed meetings before, but that doesn’t have anything to do with his contract,” Shanahan insisted.



<h2>Report details how the conflict erupted with Aiyuk</h2>



Chase Daniel added fuel to the fire with a report on X detailing just how messy the internal dynamic has become. “Aiyuk, sources say, has failed to attend meetings and declined to participate in other team activities in recent months,” Daniel wrote, noting the 49ers had “grown increasingly frustrated with the receiver’s lack of communication.”



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Kyle Shanahan was asked if he’s disappointed that it’s gotten to this point with Brandon Aiyuk and the 49ers on the contract situation: “Yeah of course. I’ve been coaching over 20 years and I’ve never been in a situation where a contract has been voided. So it’s extremely… <a href="https://t.co/ILrtee4Zuf">pic.twitter.com/ILrtee4Zuf</a>— Coach Yac 🗣 (@Coach_Yac) <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_Yac/status/1992376008566046720?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 22, 2025</a></blockquote></div>



According to Daniel, the organization justified the voided guarantees by asserting Aiyuk’s absences amounted to failing to fulfill his contractual obligations. It was a rare and aggressive move, one Shanahan himself admitted he’d never encountered, and it immediately shifted the balance of power in negotiations.


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49ers reporter David Lombardi later underscored how significant the financial impact could be. “Brandon Aiyuk’s contract. He is reportedly OK with giving up $27 million,” Lombardi posted, adding that with those guarantees wiped, “there’s nothing guaranteed from 2026 to 2028 — giving the 49ers full flexibility to do what they want with Aiyuk.”

Kyle Shanahan hints at frustration with Brandon Aiyuk situation

Kyle Shanahan hints at frustration with Brandon Aiyuk situation - Bolavip US

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