The San Francisco 49ers survived a furious second-half rally by the Washington Commanders to extend their undefeated start to 6-0. Wide receiver Mike Evans left the game in the third quarter with a sore right Achilles, removing San Francisco's leading receiver and forcing them to rely on running back Christian McCaffrey. The Commanders erased a 20-point deficit as quarterback Jayden Daniels orchestrated a comeback, but the 49ers held on after safety Malik Mustapha broke up a fourth-down pass at the goal line and defensive end Romello Height forced a crucial sack. Brock Purdy finished 21-of-29 for 264 yards and one touchdown, while McCaffrey contributed 117 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns in his most active performance of the season.
The 49ers now face questions about their receiving corps depth beyond Evans, with several other receivers currently injured.
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