San Francisco 49ers Maintain Unbeaten NFC West Lead with Narrow Win over Arizona Cardinals

The San Francisco 49ers maintained an undefeated 3-0 start to their 2025 NFL season with a narrow 16-15 victory over the Arizona Cardinals, highlighted by kicker Eddy Piñeiro's last-second field goal. Despite numerous injuries to key stars including Nick Bosa, Brock Purdy, and George Kittle, the team has managed to overcome adversity through clutch plays and strong defensive performances, such as holding the Cardinals to limited rushing yards and forcing critical stops late in the game. Quarterback Mac Jones led the offense with 284 passing yards and a decisive touchdown, while Christian McCaffrey contributed significantly both in rushing and receiving. The 49ers' resilience is reflected in their ability to win close games, supported by strategic coaching decisions and contributions from less heralded players. Meanwhile, Connecticut-born NFL players like Jason Pinnock and Zach Allen saw mixed team results, with Pinnock's 49ers securing a win and others facing losses. The 49ers' focus remains on surviving the early challenging schedule and capitalizing on upcoming home games as they aim for a deep playoff run despite their injury challenges.