Niners Fall to Jags: Win Streak Snapped in Santa Clara
The San Francisco 49ers suffered their first defeat of the 2025 season, falling 26–21 to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Despite 300+ yards from Mac Jones and a gritty performance by Jauan Jennings, turnovers and a stagnant run game proved to be the undoing of the 3-1 Niners.
Week 4 — September 28, 2025
Santa Clara, CA • Levi’s Stadium
Final Score: Jacksonville Jaguars 26, San Francisco 49ers 21
Game Summary
In a back-and-forth affair, the 49ers saw their three-game winning streak come to a crashing end. Mac Jones moved the ball effectively, but two interceptions proved fatal. With the running game stifled—Christian McCaffrey was held to just 58 yards—the offense became one-dimensional. The defense kept it close, but Jacksonville’s red-zone efficiency made the difference in the fourth quarter.
Key Player Performances
- Mac Jones: 29/45, 312 yards, 2 TDs, 2 INTs — Production was there, but turnovers swung the game
- Christian McCaffrey: 58 rushing yards, 6 catches, 44 receiving yards — Bottled up all afternoon
- Jauan Jennings: 6 catches, 82 yards, 1 TD — Physical presence and reliable target
- Ricky Pearsall: 4 catches, 52 yards — Continued development as a secondary option
- Fred Warner: 10 tackles, 1 sack — Led the defensive resistance
Turnover Battle
The 49ers lost the turnover battle 2–0, and in a five-point game, that margin told the entire story.
- The Tip: A pass intended for Jennings was tipped and intercepted by Josh Hines-Allen, leading directly to a Jaguars touchdown.
- End Zone Interception: A late forced throw by Jones was picked off by Tyson Campbell, ending San Francisco’s comeback hopes.
What This Loss Means
A 3–1 record is still solid, but this game exposed how thin the margin for error is without Brock Purdy and a true WR1. If the 49ers want to remain in control of the NFC West, they must reestablish their identity in the run game.
Looking Ahead & Injury Update
San Francisco now heads to SoFi Stadium for a pivotal divisional matchup against the Rams.
- Nick Bosa: Out with a knee injury; Week 5 status remains uncertain
- Brock Purdy: Rehab continues; the team is hopeful he can return next week
- Brandon Aiyuk: Still away from the team; his future with the 49ers remains unclear
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