**49ers’ Brock Purdy Trusts Jake Tonges for Game-Winning Touchdown Against Seahawks**
In a thrilling season opener, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy relied on tight end Jake Tonges to secure a late-game touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks, clinching a 17-13 victory. This matchup marked the beginning of the 2025 NFL season and showcased Tonges stepping up in a crucial moment.
Purdy, who completed 26 of 35 passes for 277 yards, faced a challenging situation late in the game. With the 49ers trailing by three points and just a few yards from the end zone, he found himself on a third-and-3 at the Seahawks’ 4-yard line. After losing star tight end George Kittle to a hamstring injury earlier in the game, Purdy looked to Tonges, who had only played 20 games since joining the league in 2022.
As Purdy rolled out to his right, he launched a desperate pass toward the back corner of the end zone, where Tonges was tightly covered by Seahawks cornerback Riq Woolen. In a remarkable display of athleticism, Tonges managed to leap in front of Woolen and secure the ball for the game-winning touchdown, marking his third catch of the game and the most significant one.
Kittle, who had caught the 49ers’ first touchdown pass of the season, celebrated from the sidelines, acknowledging Tonges’ pivotal contribution. The 49ers’ defense played a crucial role in securing the win, highlighted by a strip-sack from edge rusher Nick Bosa on Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold, halting Seattle’s drive at the 49ers’ 9-yard line with just 42 seconds remaining.
Despite a roller-coaster performance, Purdy’s connection with running back Christian McCaffrey proved beneficial. McCaffrey, who had faced injury concerns at the start of the season, rushed for 69 yards on 22 carries and caught nine passes for 73 yards, showcasing his versatility.
On the Seahawks’ side, Darnold completed 16 of 23 passes for 150 yards, developing a strong rapport with rookie receiver Jaxson Smith-Njigba, who caught nine passes for 124 yards. Seattle’s only touchdown came from Zach Charbonnet, not Kenneth Walker III, adding to the game’s intrigue.
As the 49ers celebrate their hard-fought victory, they look forward to building on this momentum in the upcoming weeks.
**FAQ**
*Who scored the game-winning touchdown for the 49ers?*
Jake Tonges caught the game-winning touchdown pass from Brock Purdy in the final moments of the game against the Seattle Seahawks.
