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49ers use Seattle's three turnovers to take 21-13 halftime lead

The San Francisco 49ers dominated the first half against the Seattle Seahawks, capitalizing on three turnovers to build a commanding 21-13 lead at halftime. The 49ers' defense forced a Renardo Green interception, leading to a quick touchdown by Mike Evans, and later recovered a fumble by Emanuel Wilson, setting up Christian McCaffrey’s score.

A third turnover, a George Holani fumble recovered by rookie Gracen Halton in the end zone, sealed the half for San Francisco. Seattle managed a touchdown by Emanuel Wilson and two long field goals from Jason Myers, but the 49ers’ aggressive play—including four sacks on Sam Darnold—kept them ahead.

The game took a turn when linebacker Dre Greenlaw was ejected for a helmetless collision with Ernest Jones IV, leaving San Francisco without a key defender for the second half. Brock Purdy’s efficient play (8-of-14, 81 yards, 1 TD) and McCaffrey’s early impact (6 carries, 34 yards, 1 TD) set the tone for the 49ers’ offensive effort, while Darnold struggled with turnovers (1 INT, 8-of-14, 79 yards).

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