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49ers Edge Eagles 23-19, Advance to Face Seahawks

1/13/2026

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49ers Advance Playoffs

The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 23-19 in a wild-card playoff game.
The 49ers advance to face the Seattle Seahawks.
Brock Purdy threw for 262 yards and a 6-yard touchdown to Christian McCaffrey late in the fourth quarter.
George Kittle left with an Achilles injury; San Francisco's defense limited the Eagles and forced turnovers.
Jalen Hurts threw for 168 yards and failed to convert on a late fourth-down.

Summary

Eagles Host 49ers

The Philadelphia Eagles will host the San Francisco 49ers in a Wild Card playoff at Lincoln Financial Field on January 11.
Kickoff is set for 4:30 p.m. ET.
This rematch of the 2022 NFC Championship Game features two teams pursuing a Super Bowl.
The Eagles are 5.5-point favorites after resting starters in Week 18.
Injuries to the 49ers' defense may influence the outcome.

History

Historical Context

The San Francisco 49ers' narrow victory over the Dallas Cowboys, 28-27, in the 1982 NFC Championship Game marked a turning point in NFL history. This win propelled the 49ers, led by quarterback Joe Montana, to their first Super Bowl appearance, where they triumphed over the Cincinnati Bengals. The ongoing playoff matchup between the 49ers and Eagles revives this historic rivalry as both teams pursue another championship title.

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49ers Advance Playoffs

The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 23-19 in a wild-card playoff game.
The 49ers advance to face the Seattle Seahawks.
Brock Purdy threw for 262 yards and a 6-yard touchdown to Christian McCaffrey late in the fourth quarter.
George Kittle left with an Achilles injury; San Francisco's defense limited the Eagles and forced turnovers.
Jalen Hurts threw for 168 yards and failed to convert on a late fourth-down.

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