Jake Tonges’ Late TD Catch Gives the 49ers a 17-13 Win over the Seahawks
- The San Francisco 49ers won their 17-13 season-opening game against the Seattle Seahawks on September 7, 2025, in Seattle.
- The 49ers overcame injuries to key players and a challenging game where Brock Purdy threw two interceptions but led a decisive final drive.
- Jake Tonges, a third-string tight end who had never caught an NFL pass before, caught a deflected 4-yard touchdown with 1:34 left to secure the win.
- Nick Bosa recovered a fumble from Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold with 36 seconds remaining in the 49ers red zone, ending Seattle's final chance.
- The victory highlights the 49ers' resilience despite setbacks and marks Purdy’s first win as a $265 million quarterback, setting expectations for the season.
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