In a thrilling game against the New England Patriots, San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle showcased his athleticism with a remarkable 12-yard touchdown catch. After a couple of penalties erased previous scoring opportunities, Kittle's acrobatic grab helped the 49ers extend their lead to 20-0 in the first half. Quarterback Brock Purdy's ability to evade pressure and deliver a perfect pass was crucial in setting up Kittle's impressive play.
George Kittle | TE
Breakout
Week 4
1 receptions
1 targets
12 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Made an acrobatic 12-yard touchdown catch over three defenders.
- Showed resilience after a holding penalty nullified a previous score.
Brock Purdy | QB
Pickup
Week 4
12 pass yards
1 pass TDs
- Evaded pressure to deliver a crucial touchdown pass to Kittle.
San Francisco 49ers
- Dominated the first half against the Patriots with a strong defensive and offensive performance.
- Maintained a 20-0 lead before halftime.
New England Patriots
- Struggled defensively against the 49ers, allowing significant plays.
- Failed to capitalize on opportunities due to penalties and missed tackles.