49ers vs. Dolphins as it happened: Reaction, analysis of SF's 29-17 loss

What to Know

• The 49ers officially were eliminated from playoff contention after the Washington Commanders rallied to beat the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday.
• The 49ers fall to 6-9 with the 29-17 loss, ruling out the possibility of a winning season. On the other hand, the Dolphins improved to 7-8 and kept their slim AFC playoff hopes alive.
• Quarterback Brock Purdy completes 26 of 40 passes for 313 yards and two touchdowns with one interception
• Running back Patrick Taylor Jr. struggled in his first NFL start, rushing for 24 yards on eight carries.
• Tight end George Kittle had another big game, catching eight passes for 106 yards.
• Wide receiver Deebo Samuel bounced back with 96 receiving yards and a touchdown on seven receptions. He also had 25 rushing yards on five carries.