Denver
Broncos
2-1
44
FINAL
73
San Francisco
49ers
1-2
AI Recap
AI RECAPIn a high-octane showdown, the San Francisco 49ers triumphed over the Denver Broncos with a commanding score of 73-44. This Week 4 clash showcased the 49ers' explosive offensive firepower, solidifying their position as a serious contender in the 2026 season. The victory not only boosts their confidence but also sends a message to the rest of the league regarding their championship aspirations.
Randall Cunningham was the star of the night, throwing for an astonishing 538 yards and nine touchdowns, a performance that left the Broncos' defense scrambling. The dynamic playmaker connected with his receivers at will, showcasing an impressive aerial assault that overwhelmed Denver. On the other side of the ball, Caleb Williams put up a valiant effort for the Broncos, rushing for 154 yards, while Jake Ferguson added a solid 149 receiving yards, but it simply wasn’t enough to keep pace with San Francisco’s offensive onslaught.
Defensively, the 49ers made key plays that shifted the momentum in their favor, particularly the interception by Cole Bishop that halted a potentially game-changing drive for Denver. Devin Lloyd's six total tackles helped keep the Broncos' rushing attack in check, while Tykee Smith's lone sack was a reminder that San Francisco could pressure the quarterback when needed. Ultimately, it was the 49ers' ability to capitalize on their offensive opportunities while stifling Denver's attempts that defined the game's turning point.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | CMP% | YDS | TD | INT | QBR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Randall Cunningham | QB | 30 | 23 | 77% | 538 | 9 | 0 | 157.6 |
| Caleb Williams | QB | 34 | 16 | 47% | 350 | 4 | 2 | 98.8 |
| Devaughn Vele | WR | 0 | 2 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | YAC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caleb Williams | QB | 9 | 154 | 17.1 | 9 | 2 | 65 | 1 |
| Josh Jacobs | HB | 18 | 88 | 4.9 | 22 | 0 | 49 | 0 |
| Randall Cunningham | QB | 5 | 28 | 5.6 | 4 | 0 | 14 | 1 |
| Zay Flowers | WR | 3 | 10 | 3.3 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Jonnu Smith | TE | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Travis Etienne Jr | HB | 1 | -3 | -3.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | YAC | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Ferguson | TE | 9 | 149 | 16.6 | 61 | 2 | 44 | 0 |
| Andrei Iosivas | WR | 3 | 144 | 48.0 | 78 | 2 | 65 | 0 |
| Jaylin Lane | WR | 5 | 135 | 27.0 | 24 | 2 | 39 | 0 |
| Josh Jacobs | HB | 4 | 117 | 29.3 | 63 | 1 | 74 | 0 |
| Tai Felton | WR | 4 | 96 | 24.0 | 35 | 3 | 52 | 0 |
| Jonnu Smith | TE | 6 | 85 | 14.2 | 24 | 2 | 42 | 0 |
| Noah Fant | TE | 5 | 78 | 15.6 | 23 | 0 | 29 | 0 |
| Zay Flowers | WR | 1 | 39 | 39.0 | 8 | 1 | 39 | 0 |
| Alvin Kamara | HB | 1 | 34 | 34.0 | 19 | 0 | 34 | 0 |
| Devaughn Vele | WR | 3 | 10 | 3.3 | 8 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tykee Smith | SS | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Devin Lloyd | WILL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Andre Cisco | FS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Craig Woodson | SS | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Cole Bishop | FS | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Xavier McKinney | SS | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Byron Young | LEDG | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Carlton Davis III | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bryan Cook | FS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jamal Adams | WILL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Upton Stout | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sheldon Rankins | DT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Devin Bush | MIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Namdi Obiazor | WILL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jaylon Johnson | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Zach Allen | DT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Devon Witherspoon | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Edgerrin Cooper | WILL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jordan Battle | SS | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wil Lutz | K | 1 | 1 | 1 | 28 |
| Jake Bailey | P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chad Ryland | K | 1 | 2 | 8 | 23 |
| A.J. Cole | P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |

