49ers vs Dolphins Match Player Stats
49ers vs Dolphins Match Player Stats
Date: December 22, 2024
Venue: Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL
Final Score & Scoring by Quarter
| Team | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | Final |
|---|
| 49ers | 0 | 10 | 0 | 7 | 17 |
| Dolphins | 3 | 10 | 6 | 10 | 29 |
Team Stats Comparison
| Category | 49ers | Dolphins |
|---|
| Total Yards | 374 | 381 |
| Pass Yards | 293 | 215 |
| Rush Yards | 81 | 166 |
| Sacks (Yards Lost) | 3 sacks for 20 yards lost | 0 sacks (0 yards lost) |
| First Downs | 20 | 22 |
| Penalties (Count & Yards) | 11 for 90 yards | 6 for 45 yards |
| Turnovers | 1 (interception) | 0 |
| Possession Time | 26:54 | 33:06 |
Top Player Performers
49ers
| Role | Player | Key Stats |
|---|
| QB | Brock Purdy | 26/40, 313 yards, 2 TD, 1 INT |
| RB | Brock Purdy (on rush) | 4 carries, 26 yards |
| WR / TE | George Kittle | 8 receptions, 106 yards |
| WR | De’Von Achane (as receiver) | 6 receptions, 70 yards |
Dolphins
| Role | Player | Key Stats |
|---|
| QB | Tua Tagovailoa | 22/34, 215 yards, 1 TD, 0 INT |
| RB | De’Von Achane | 17 carries, 120 yards, 1 TD |
| WR | Tyreek Hill | 3 receptions, 29 yards, 1 TD |
| Kicker | Jason Sanders | 5 field goals made (including long ones) |
Key Plays & Turning Points
- Late 4th-Quarter TD Run: De’Von Achane broke free for a 50-yard rushing touchdown with ~1:36 left in the game to extend Miami’s lead. (AUUA News)
- Kicker Dominance: Jason Sanders connected on several clutch field goals (54 yd, 33 yd, 48 yd, etc.) helping maintain and extend the Dolphins’ lead.
- Turnover Impact: The 49ers’ interception proved especially costly in their attempt to mount a comeback. (ESPN.com)
Summary & Significance
- Miami’s balanced attack—especially with a strong rushing performance by Achane—helped them outgain and outlast San Francisco.
- The 49ers, eliminated from playoff contention before the game, could not rally despite solid passing from Purdy.
- For Miami, this win kept slim playoff hopes alive.
