NFL Week 12 Grades: 49ers and Chiefs Among Winners
A recap of Week 12 in the NFL where several teams secured crucial victories, including the 49ers and Chiefs.
Welcome to the Week 12 grades! After a thrilling Sunday filled with three overtime games, Monday night wasn’t as dramatic as the San Francisco 49ers claimed a 20-9 victory over the Carolina Panthers. However, there were still moments of excitement, especially in the first half where Brock Purdy threw three interceptions.
Here are the grades for all teams that played this week:
San Francisco 49ers 20 - 9 Carolina Panthers
Grade: B
Despite a rocky start for 49ers QB Brock Purdy, who threw three interceptions, the team managed to hold onto their playoff spot with a solid defensive performance. Christian McCaffrey had an impressive game with 142 total yards and a touchdown.
Kansas City Chiefs 23 - 20 Indianapolis Colts (OT)
Grade: A-
The Chiefs needed this win to save their season and they rallied in the second half with both their defense stepping up and Patrick Mahomes leading a late comeback.
Los Angeles Rams 34 - 7 Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Grade: A
The Rams showcased their dominance with Matthew Stafford throwing for three touchdowns; their defense was also nearly perfect.
Cleveland Browns 24 - 10 Las Vegas Raiders
Grade: A
With a commanding performance by Myles Garrett, and Shedeur Sanders winning his first start, the Browns’ defense shined.
… (additional game recaps and grades can follow the same structure)
