49ers defeat Broncos 24-14 to stay unbeaten

San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy threw two touchdown passes as the 49ers defeated the Denver Broncos 24-14 on Sunday, extending their record to 4-0. The victory also gave head coach Kyle Shanahan his 95th win, moving him past Bill Walsh as the franchise’s winningest coach.

Purdy connected first with Deebo Samuel and later with tight end George Kittle on a 56-yard strike just before the two-minute warning in the fourth quarter, sealing the lead. Christian McCaffrey added a one-yard touchdown after a 74-yard drive, while Denver’s only score came from Jaylen Waddle.

Denver kicker Wil Lutz missed a 58-yard field-goal attempt with 1:18 remaining, and the Broncos were unable to mount a comeback. The teams combined for a single turnover, a fumble by Broncos returner Marvin Mims that set up Samuel’s score.

Quarterback Bo Nix completed 25 of 42 passes for 214 yards for Denver, but the offense struggled overall. Injuries plagued the Broncos, with cornerbacks Pat Surtain II and Riley Moss, as well as receiver Pat Bryant, leaving the game. The 49ers also dealt with injuries, including fullback Kyle Juszczyk, who exited with a knee issue.

San Francisco will look to keep its momentum heading into a Week 5 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers, while Denver prepares to face the Chargers in Week 5 after addressing its health concerns.