Cold Conquest: 49ers Defense and Special Teams Freeze Browns in Cleveland
The San Francisco 49ers braved the Cleveland cold to secure a gritty 26–8 road win over the Cleveland Browns. Despite being outgained in total yardage, the Niners used a 66-yard punt return by Skyy Moore and three forced turnovers to overwhelm rookie Shedeur Sanders and move to 9-4.
Week 13 — November 30, 2025
Cleveland, OH • Huntington Bank Field
Final Score: San Francisco 49ers 26, Cleveland Browns 8
Attendance: 64,042
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49ers | 7 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 26 |
| Browns | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
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| Masterclass in Complementary Football: The 49ers special teams and defense set up three short-field touchdowns to sink the Browns. |
Game Summary
In a defensive slugfest, the 49ers proved why they are Super Bowl contenders. After Skyy Moore's explosive 66-yard punt return set the stage, CMC punched in an early score. The Browns took a brief lead in the second quarter, but Matt Gay’s 25-yard field goal as time expired in the half gave the Niners a lead they wouldn't relinquish. Brock Purdy showed off his mobility with a 2-yard rushing TD—complete with a "Dougie" celebration—and Jauan Jennings iced the game with a 7-yard touchdown catch following a muffed punt recovery by Darrell Luter Jr.
Key Player Performances
- Brock Purdy: 16/29, 168 yards, 1 passing TD, 1 rushing TD — Orchestrated three scoring drives off turnovers
- CMC: 20 carries, 53 yards, 1 TD; 4 catches, 21 yards — Tough sledding but found the end zone for his 8th rushing TD of the season
- George Kittle: 4 catches, 67 yards — Including a massive 33-yarder to set up a field goal
- Jauan Jennings: 4 catches, 39 yards, 1 TD — Continues his hot streak with another score
- Clelin Ferrell: 9 tackles, 2.0 sacks — The defensive MVP of the game
- Skyy Moore: 66-yard punt return — The biggest special teams play of the season
Turnover Battle
The 49ers won the turnover battle 2-0, scoring 13 points directly off Cleveland mistakes.
- Special Teams Hero: Darrell Luter Jr. recovered a muffed punt at the Cleveland 18-yard line, leading to a touchdown.
- Goal Line Fumble: Luke Gifford recovered a fumbled snap on 4th-and-1, turning the tide in the third quarter.
Looking Ahead & Injury Update
The 49ers head into their **Bye Week** at a perfect time to get healthy for the home stretch.
- Victory Into Rest: At 9-4, the Niners hold a strong position in the NFC West heading into the Week 14 break.
- Health Watch: The team hopes the week off will help Trent Williams and George Kittle recover from lingering minor ailments.
LABELS
Purdy, CMC, Jennings, Kittle, Moore, Ferrell, Luter, Gifford, 49ers, browns, Cleveland, week13, highlight, recap, win, TD, nfc west, road win
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