The 49ers rediscovered their ground game in a 20-10 win over the Falcons, rushing for 174 yards behind a dominant performance from Christian McCaffrey, who totaled 201 yards and two touchdowns. San Francisco's defense held the NFL's top rushing attack to just 62 yards and came up with key stops, including a pivotal fourth-down denial late in the game. With the win, the 49ers improved to 5-2, staying tied atop the NFC West.
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