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There is one game on the 49ers' schedule that has become an easier matchup for them. This wasn't the case about a month ago, but things have drastically changed now. Now, Daniel Jones, who had been performing well this season, is out for the season with a torn Achilles. Instead of facing Jones, the 49ers will get to face Phillip Rivers.
Learn which TV channel or how to live stream the NFL Week 15 San Francisco 49ers and Tennessee Titans game, Sunday, Dec. 14.
As of today, most calculations give the 49ers anywhere from a 90 to 93 percent chance of making the playoffs. And there are still three playoff teams remaining on the schedule for the 49ers. Being battle-tested and having played quality opponents will come in handy, especially if San Francisco faces the NFC East or South champion.
The 49ers do not play today, as they are on their bye in Week 14. Week 14 is the latest possible bye a team can have this season. San Francisco will resume its season against the Tennessee Titans in Week 15. The 49ers' next game will come against the Titans at home on Sunday, Dec. 14, with a 4:25 p.m. ET (1:25 p.m. PT) start time.
How Week 14 games impact San Francisco's NFC seeding, postseason path, and key rooting interests in a tight playoff race.
When the San Francisco 49ers’ schedule was revealed in May, it was highlighted just how favorable it was. However, the downside to their schedule was their Week
The San Francisco 49ers resume their quest for the No. 1 seed in the NFC West - yes, seriously - by facing the Tennessee Titans, who are tied for the worst record in the NFL.
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How many wins will the 49ers finish with this season?
The San Francisco 49ers currently have nine wins through 13 games. They are right around where most people predicted them based on the preseason schedule. Of course, it’s been a wild ride along the way with many unexpected turns and unfortunate injuries. Nevertheless, the team is at over 90 percent to make the playoffs with four games to go.
McCaffrey said the best part of his bye was playing with his five-month-old daughter, Colette, but he also rested and recovered after 322 combined rushes and receptions in the first 13 games. With five catches against the Titans on Sunday, McCaffrey would become the first running back in NFL history with at least 90 receptions in three seasons.