San Francisco extended their unbeaten NFL start to six games with a 23-17 victory over the Washington Commanders on Monday night at Levi’s Stadium. The 49ers took control early and managed to hold off a late surge from the Commanders to maintain their perfect record.
Quarterback Brock Purdy completed 21 of 29 passes for 264 yards and a touchdown while also adding 28 yards on five carries. He avoided interceptions, continuing his impressive run that has seen him become the highest-rated passer in NFL history for the 2026 season so far. Running back Christian McCaffrey contributed two rushing touchdowns, helping San Francisco build a sizeable half-time lead.
The game tightened in the second half as Washington mounted a furious rally. However, San Francisco’s young defensive players stepped up when it mattered most. Safety Malik Mustapha broke up a crucial fourth-down pass at the goal line late in the game. That play, along with a sack from Romello Height and pressure from Keion White, helped the 49ers close out the win. Linebacker Jaden Dugger also made important contributions on defense.
The victory gives San Francisco their best start since 2019 and secures them the number one seed in the NFC. After the match, reports from NBC Sports Bay Area praised the team’s mix of established stars and emerging defenders for securing the result. ESPN noted that while McCaffrey’s touches have been lower than in previous weeks, his impact on the scoreboard remained significant.
The Commanders, who were looking to bounce back after a tough loss the previous week, kept the game competitive but fell short in the final moments. San Francisco’s ability to withstand Washington’s late pressure ensured they extended their winning streak without slipping up.
The 49ers are now 6-0 and remain the only undefeated team in the NFL as the season approaches its halfway point. Their next challenge will be to maintain this momentum as the competition intensifies.
According to BBC Sports.
