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1. 5 Sep 20 8:30 PM

   Analysts call Dolphins' defense the worst part of a 0-2 start

   Instant-reaction and takeaway pieces from both fan bases singled out Miami's defensive collapse and Purdy's historically efficient performance as the story of the game, with San Francisco opening 2-0.

   1. 3 outlets Brock Purdy Looks Unstoppable as 49ers Start 2-0

      first by Yahoo Sports, 3d ago · also Philadelphia Inquirer, Sports Illustrated

      7 more headlines

      • Why Brock Purdy has his 49ers teammates in awe: ‘We're starting to witness Brock's prime' Yahoo Sports · 3d ago
      • Brock Purdy and the 49ers' offense are off to an efficient start Philadelphia Inquirer · 2d ago
      • How 49ers QB Brock Purdy is Raising His Game Sports Illustrated · 2d ago
      • Brock Purdy Says What Everyone’s Thinking About This 49ers Position Sports Illustrated · 1d ago
      • 49ers report card: The offense is exceeding expectations because of Brock Purdy Yahoo Sports · 1d ago
      • One Huge Question Looms for Brock Purdy After 49ers Win Over Miami Sports Illustrated · 1d ago
      • How Brock Purdy’s Growth can Elevate the 49ers Offense Sports Illustrated · 7h ago
2. 4 Sep 20 7:11 PM

   49ers close out 35-13 win, scoring TDs on first five drives

   San Francisco finished the game 35-13, scoring touchdowns on each of its first five possessions; Purdy played a near-perfect game and Christian McCaffrey became the fourth-fastest player in the Super Bowl era to reach 100 career touchdowns.

   “Kittle's touchdown was his first since he tore his Achilles tendon in the playoffs last season. He has two catches for 52 yards so far today, and he appears to be all the way back.”

   1. 3 outlets Grading the 49ers After Their 35-13 Win Over the Miami Dolphins

      first by Sports Illustrated, 3d ago · also Yahoo Sports, Mercury News

      3 more headlines

      • Takeaways from Miami Dolphins' 35-13 loss to San Francisco 49ers Yahoo Sports · 3d ago
      • Photos: San Francisco 49ers rout Miami Dolphins 35-13 in home opener Mercury News · 3d ago
      • Niners’ nuggets: 49ers make most of home opener vs. Dolphins Mercury News · 3d ago
   2. 2 outlets Dolphins vs. 49ers final score: 5 immediate reactions

      first by Yahoo Sports, 3d ago · also Philadelphia Inquirer

      1 more headline

      • 49ers score TDs on 1st 5 drives to beat the Dolphins 35-13 Philadelphia Inquirer · 3d ago
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3. 3 Sep 20 6:38 PM

   49ers build 21-6 lead as Kittle, Purdy and McCaffrey all score

   San Francisco pulled ahead in the third quarter with touchdowns from Purdy, McCaffrey and Kittle, whose score was his first since tearing his Achilles tendon in last season's playoffs; Miami settled for two short field goals.

   “George Kittle, Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey all score as 49ers roll over Dolphins…”

   1. 1 outlet Things we learned in Miami Dolphins’ 35-13 loss at San Francisco 49ers

      first by Orlando Sentinel, 3d ago

   2. 1 outlet first by Yahoo Sports, 3d ago · read ↗

4. 2 Sep 20 8:00 AM

   Coverage recalls Purdy's 2022 breakout debut against Miami

   Ahead of the rematch, outlets revisited Purdy's stunning first NFL start against the Dolphins in 2022, framing the Week 2 matchup as a full-circle moment for the now-established starter.

   1. 1 outlet 49ers-Dolphins brings back memories of Brock Purdy’s stunning debut: ‘It was foreshadowing’

      first by NY Post, 3d ago

5. 1 Sep 18 10:00 PM

   ESPN analysts project a big Purdy game against Miami's defense

   ESPN's Seth Walder and Jake Moody previewed the matchup, predicting Purdy would go untouched behind the 49ers' offensive line and produce a big fantasy day against a vulnerable Dolphins defense.

   “[Highlight] Brock Purdy's first NFL touchdown pass came against the Dolphins (2022)…”

   1. 1 outlet ESPN Projects Massive Brock Purdy Game in Week 2

      first by Sports Illustrated, 5d ago