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49ers Preseason Drama Unfolds: Purdy Struggles But Defense Shines!

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San Francisco 49ers edge out New Orleans Saints 16-10 in an intense preseason battle. What does this mean for Purdy and the team's defense? Find out!

In a thrilling preseason matchup, the San Francisco 49ers secured a 16-10 victory over the New Orleans Saints at Levi's Stadium. This win, however, did not come easy for the 49ers' quarterback Brock Purdy, who had a rough start. Purdy completed just 2 of 6 pass attempts, managing only 11 yards in three series. Despite this, Purdy demonstrated resilience, surviving several harrowing hits from the Saints' defenders.

On the other hand, the 49ers' defense showcased their depth and strength, playing a crucial role in the team's win. Backup quarterback Josh Dobbs also contributed significantly, running for a score and injecting some much-needed energy into the game. The first-team offense shone with an impressive 16-play, 95-yard scoring drive, spearheaded by their offensive line.

The New Orleans Saints weren't far behind, with their starting offense, led by Derek Carr, putting up a commendable 95-yard touchdown drive against the 49ers' backup defenders. Key positions to watch included the offensive line and quarterback, but other critical areas made significant impacts as well. The Saints also made headlines for hosting Thibodaux flag football league athletes at Nicholls State for an NFL FLAG Showcase, promoting community engagement and nurturing future talents.

Looking ahead, fans are eager to see how Brock Purdy and the 49ers will address their offensive struggles. With strong defensive performances and promising offensive drives, the team has shown glimpses of its potential. The Saints, too, will look to build on their solid drives and clean up any areas needing improvement.

Fun Fact: Did you know that the 49ers' Levi's Stadium once held a record for the most bird deaths during a single NFL season? Another interesting tidbit - Derek Carr's efficiency and leadership are becoming hot topics, with analysts predicting a potential breakout season for him. Stay tuned as the preseason drama continues to unfold!

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Halftime update: San Francisco 49ers 13, New Orleans Saints 7 ... (NewOrleansSaints.com)

Halftime update: San Francisco 49ers 13, New Orleans Saints 7 | 2024 NFL Preseason Week 2 · First-team offense has 16-play, 95-yard scoring drive · Related Links.

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How to watch the New Orleans Saints vs. San Francisco 49ers NFL ... (CBS News)

Here's how and when to watch the New Orleans Saints face the San Francisco 49es for NFL preseason Week 2 tonight.

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49ers QB Brock Purdy Struggles Against the New Orleans Saints (Sports Illustrated)

Brock Purdy completed just 2 of 6 pass attempts for a measly 11 yards in three series against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday night.

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Exciting Key Positions To Watch In Saints Vs. 49ers Preseason Clash (Sports Illustrated)

Aside from the obvious importance of the offensive line and quarterback, here are other critical positions to watch when the Saints take on the 49ers.

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How 49ers QB Purdy played in NFL preseason debut vs. Saints (NBC Sports)

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy made his 2024 NFL preseason debut against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday at Levi's Stadium.

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Saints Morning Break: Saints take on 49ers at 7 p.m. on Fox (NewOrleansSaints.com)

The New Orleans Saints hosted Thibodaux flag football league athletes at Nicholls State for an NFL FLAG Showcase on August 17, 2024. Thumbnail-LogoBlk-2560x1440 ...

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49ers news: Brock Purdy will play; 4 things to watch against the Saints (Niners Nation)

Plus, a look at the San Francisco 49ers trenches on both sides and whether the defense can clean up their tackling.

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Saints take on 49ers in preseason game No. 2 (FOX 8 Live WVUE)

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49ers 16, Saints 10: Purdy survives harrowing hits in preseason ... (The Mercury News)

Brock Purdy survived his three-series cameo and backup Josh Dobbs ran for a score Sunday night as the 49ers hosted the New Orleans Saints in preseason ...

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Saints 90-man roster for 49ers preseason game, listed by jersey ... (Saints Wire)

The New Orleans Saints are hours away from their kickoff with the San Francisco 49ers in the second week of NFL preseason games, and their roster looks ...

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49ers Secure 16-10 Win at Home; Five Takeaways from #NOvsSF (49ers.com)

The San Francisco 49ers secured their first preseason win, taking down the Saints 16-10 at Levi's® Stadium on Sunday evening.

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Game recap: San Francisco 49ers 16, New Orleans Saints 10 | 2024 ... (NewOrleansSaints.com)

Check out the game action shots from the New Orleans Saints game against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 2 of the 2024 NFL Preseason. Austin Ginn | NFL LCC/New ...

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VIDEO ANALYSIS: WDSU Saints Analyst James Hurst talks ... (WDSU New Orleans)

Derek Carr and the New Orleans starting offense finally got going with an efficient 95-yard touchdown drive against San Francisco's backup defenders but the ...

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49ers Studs and Duds: Purdy's offense sputters, but defense ... (The Mercury News)

San Francisco 49ers XX - New Orleans Saints XX: Josh Dobbs and Niners' defenisve depth flash.

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Saints vs. 49ers: How To Watch, Odds, Predictions Of Preseason ... (Sports Illustrated)

The San Francisco 49ers (0-1) will host the New Orleans Saints (1-0) at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, CA tonight for an intense preseason matchup, ...

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These 49ers starters won't play vs. Saints (49ers Webzone)

Some San Francisco 49ers starters are set to play in the preseason game against the New Orleans Saints, the only one at Levi's Stadium.

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49ers vs. Saints FREE stream: How to watch NFL preseason game ... (cleveland.com)

How to watch the San Francisco 49ers take on the New Orleans Saints for free if you don't have cable.

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49ers accomplish top priority in 2nd preseason game (Niners Wire)

For the first time in the 2024 preseason campaign, the San Francisco 49ers secured a victory. Behind Joshua Dobbs, Jacob Cowing and Cody Schrader, the 49ers ...

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Instant analysis from Saints' preseason loss to 49ers (Saints Wire)

Jamaal Williams had one of his better games in a Saints uniform before the coaches decided they'd seen enough. Derek Carr threw the ball effectively and stood ...

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Saints OC Klint Kubiak calling plays from the booth again vs. 49ers (Saints Wire)

Klint Kubiak is calling plays from the New Orleans Saints sideline against the San Francisco 49ers after calling in from the booth last week.

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Ex-Cal TE Jake Tonges Makes an Impression with 49ers (CalBearsMaven)

Tonges helps his chances to make San Francisco's roster with three catches in Sunday's preseason game. Jake Curtis | 3 Hours Ago. San Francisco 49ers tight ...

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NFL Preseason Week 2 Recap: San Francisco 49ers 16, New ... (Pro Football Focus)

The San Francisco 49ers were missing most of their front-line starters and sputtered out of the gates as a result, but they still did enough to fend off ...

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Bryan Bresee talks progress | Saints-49ers Postgame | 2024 NFL ... (NewOrleansSaints.com)

New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee's postgame interview after the Saints' game against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 2 of the 2024 NFL ...

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Game recap: San Francisco 49ers 16, New Orleans Saints 10 | 2024 ... (NewOrleansSaints.com)

Recap the San Francisco 49ers vs. New Orleans Saints game from Week 2 of the 2024 NFL Preseason. Summary of the game's key moments and final score.

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Joshua Dobbs is the Favorite to be the 49ers' Backup Quarterback (Sports Illustrated)

Joshua Dobbs may have won the 49ers' backup quarterback competition with his performance in the 49ers' 16-10 preseason win over the Saints.

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49ers rookie WR has monster performance in preseason debut (Yahoo News)

While the San Francisco 49ers made headlines on draft night with the selection of Florida wide receiver Ricky Pearsall, another rookie pass catcher has ...

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Rookie Jacob Cowing's pre-season debut gave 49ers a taste of his ... (San Francisco Chronicle)

Wide receiver Jacob Cowing gave the San Francisco 49ers a hint of his potential value in his pre-season debut. Will it lead to his making the team?

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Fazende: Five takes from Saints loss to 49ers (FOX 8 Live WVUE)

What a drive it was for ...

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Inman: Five guys who caught my eye in 49ers' preseason win (The Mercury News)

The 49ers' preseason win Sunday over the New Orleans Saints included solid Levi's Stadium debuts by rookies Renardo Green, Tanner Mordecai and Jacob Cowing.

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How 'baller' Dobbs solidified his case for 49ers' backup QB job (Yahoo Sports)

Joshua Dobbs further solidified his case for the 49ers' backup quarterback job with a dazzling performance in San Francisco's 16-10 preseason win over the ...

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Josh Dobbs strengthening case for 49ers' backup QB gig: 'He's a ... (NFL.com)

Josh Dobbs dazzled Sunday in the Niners' 16-10 preseason win over the New Orleans Saints, leading San Francisco to three consecutive scoring drives in the ...

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Stock watch: Who's up, who's down after 49ers 2nd preseason game? (Niners Wire)

The San Francisco 49ers had some players stocks rise, and others stocks fall as they prepare for final roster cuts.

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49ers QB Tanner Mordecai Impresses Kyle Shanahan in Preseason ... (Sports Illustrated)

Did the 49ers just find another overlooked gem at quarterback? Two years ago, they drafted Brock Purdy with the final pick, and he turned into their ...

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Top Performers And Biggest Concerns From Saints vs. 49ers (Sports Illustrated)

The New Orleans Saints visited one of the NFL's top teams in the San Francisco 49ers in the second preseason game for both teams. While the Saints lost the game ...

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49ers survive Saints: Rapid reactions (49ers Webzone)

Preseason games don't count. And you could tell just by looking at the number of star players who weren't playing for the San Francisco 49ers.

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Why it's essential for 49ers to pay WR Brandon Aiyuk and keep him ... (FOXSports.com)

With the season opener approaching, it's time for the 49ers to get Brandon Aiyuk's deal done rather than dealing him. Here's why.

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How the Brandon Aiyuk Contract Negotiation Will End for the 49ers (Sports Illustrated)

Here's where things stand between the 49ers and Brandon Aiyuk. The 49ers have reportedly agreed to the first three years of a contract extension that will ...

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