Here's a closer look at how the 49ers improved to 3-0 for the first time since 2019. Led by reigning Defensive Player of the Year Nick Bosa, the 49ers' defense held the Giants' offense to just 10 first downs and 150 total yards. The 49ers' offense was good, but their defense was just as impressive on Thursday night.
Second-year quarterback Brock Purdy threw for 310 yards and two touchdowns while improving to 8-0 as the 49ers' starting quarterback during the regular season.
George Kittle caught seven passes for 90 yards. Christian McCaffrey tallied 119 total yards while tying Jerry Rice's franchise record by scoring a touchdown in 12 consecutive games. Samuel's brilliance was flanked by the 49ers' other offensive stars. While the Saquon Barkley-less Giants are devoid of playmakers, the 49ers have several, including former All-Pro wideout Deebo Samuel, who caught six passes for 129 yards on Thursday night that included the game-clinching touchdown. There was one main difference between the 49ers and Giants, and it was a glaring one. They were unable to muster that same magic on Thursday night, however, as New York couldn't rally and fell 30-12 to the 49ers. The Giants pulled off a miracle against the Cardinals in Week 2, overcoming a 21-point second-half lead to avoid a winless start to the season.
