49ers vs Commanders Final Score
San Francisco Wins 23-17, Improves to 6-0
The San Francisco 49ers held off a strong late comeback from the Washington Commanders to win 23-17 on Monday Night Football at Levi’s Stadium. With this victory, the 49ers improved to 6-0, while Washington fell to 1-4-1. [18][23]
A Strong Start for San Francisco
The 49ers dominated the first half and took a 20-3 lead into halftime. Christian McCaffrey scored two rushing touchdowns, while San Francisco’s defense kept the Commanders from gaining momentum. [25][28]
Commanders Attempt a Comeback
Washington fought back in the second half. Quarterback Jayden Daniels led the rally, and a fourth-quarter touchdown pass to Rachaad White cut the deficit to six points. [21][25]
However, San Francisco’s defense ended the comeback on the final play. Romello Height and Keion White sacked Daniels for an 18-yard loss, securing the 49ers’ win. [18][21]
Final Score
Washington Commanders
17
San Francisco 49ers
23
Quarter-by-Quarter Score
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Commanders | 3 | 0 | 7 | 7 | 17 |
| San Francisco 49ers | 13 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 23 |
Key Takeaways
- Christian McCaffrey scored two rushing touchdowns for San Francisco. [25]
- Jayden Daniels led Washington’s fourth-quarter comeback attempt. [21][25]
- San Francisco’s defense made the game-winning play with a final-second sack. [18]
- The 49ers improved to 6-0, their best start since 2019. [18][19]
- The Commanders fell to 1-4-1 and will look to regroup during their bye week. [21][27]
What This Win Means
It was not San Francisco’s cleanest performance, but it proved the team can win under pressure. After nearly losing a 20-point lead, the 49ers made crucial defensive stops in the final moments and preserved their perfect season. [20][28]
The victory also gave San Francisco its 56th Monday Night Football win, moving the franchise past the Pittsburgh Steelers for the most Monday Night Football victories in NFL history. [18][19]