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49ers vs Eagles Match Player Stats: Wild Card 2026 Box Score

Liam Owen Mercer Mitchell • 2026-05-29 • Reviewed by Daniel Mercer

Few NFL playoff games pack as much drama as a Wild Card showdown between two teams with a history of clutch moments, and the January 11, 2026 meeting at Lincoln Financial Field lived up to that billing with Brock Purdy throwing for 242 yards and two touchdowns to lead the 49ers past the Eagles 23-19.

Date: January 11, 2026 · Final Score: 49ers 23, Eagles 19 · Round: NFC Wild Card Playoff · Location: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia · Brock Purdy Passing Yards: 242

Quick snapshot

1Game Score
2Player Spotlight
3Betting Context
4Contract Impact
  • Purdy signed 5-year, $265M extension before game (Scribbr)
  • First playoff start after contract (Scribbr)
  • Performance justified the deal (Scribbr)

Six key facts that sum up the story of the game.

The comparison between the two teams reveals where the game was won and lost.

Stat 49ers Eagles
Total Points 23 19
Passing Yards 242 215
Rushing Yards 78 65
Sacks 4 1
Interceptions Thrown 0 1
Turnover Differential +1 -1
Why this matters

Purdy’s performance in his first playoff start after signing a $265 million extension showed that the 49ers’ front office bet right — and the $3.1 million bet on the Eagles turned into a lesson in risk management.

Who won the Philadelphia Eagles 49ers game today?

Final score and game summary

  • The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 23-19 on January 11, 2026, in the NFC Wild Card round at Lincoln Financial Field.
  • The 49ers defense recorded four sacks and one interception, while Brock Purdy threw for 242 yards and two touchdowns.
  • Jalen Hurts passed for 215 yards, one touchdown, and one interception as the Eagles lost at home.

Key plays that decided the game

  • Purdy connected with Deebo Samuel for a 29-yard touchdown in the second quarter to put the 49ers up 14-10.
  • The Eagles cut the lead to 23-19 with a 4-yard rushing touchdown by Saquon Barkley with 2:30 left, but the 49ers defense forced a turnover on downs on the final drive.

The pattern: an evenly matched game turned by a single defensive stop. The implication: home-field advantage wasn’t enough for the Eagles to contain Purdy’s efficiency.

Bottom line: The 49ers overcame a 3.5-point spread and quieted a rowdy Philly crowd by leaning on Purdy’s arm and a defense that made one more play than Hurts’ offense.

What were the 49ers vs Eagles player stats?

Brock Purdy passing stats

  • Purdy completed 22 of 31 passes for 242 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 0 interceptions. His passer rating was 118.5.

Jalen Hurts passing stats

  • Hurts finished 18 of 30 for 215 yards, 1 touchdown, 1 interception, and was sacked four times.

Rushing and receiving leaders

  • 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey led the ground game with 78 rushing yards on 18 carries.
  • Eagles running back Saquon Barkley rushed for 65 yards and a touchdown on 16 carries.
  • Receiving: 49ers wideout Deebo Samuel caught 6 passes for 89 yards and a touchdown; Eagles receiver A.J. Brown had 5 catches for 72 yards.

Why this matters: Purdy’s efficiency under pressure — he threw no picks and maintained a 72.4% completion rate — gave the 49ers a clear edge over Hurts’ turnover.

Did Brock Purdy get a $265 million contract extension from the 49ers?

Contract extension details

  • Yes, Purdy agreed to a five-year, $265 million extension with the 49ers before the 2026 Wild Card game.
  • The contract includes $160 million guaranteed, making Purdy one of the highest-paid quarterbacks in the league.

Impact on the 2026 season and playoffs

  • The extension secured the 49ers’ long-term QB situation and signaled confidence in Purdy ahead of the postseason. His performance against the Eagles (242 yards, 2 TD) validated that investment.

The catch: with $160 million guaranteed, the pressure on Purdy to deliver a Super Bowl run has never been higher. That first playoff win after the contract was a strong start.

Who is favored to win 49ers vs Eagles?

Pre-game betting odds and line movement

  • The Eagles opened as 3.5-point favorites at home, with the over/under set at 47.5.
  • A $3.1 million bet on the Eagles was reported, placed after a Panthers game earlier in the day.
  • The massive bet made national headlines, but the 49ers’ win as underdogs meant the bettor lost $3.1 million.

The implication for bettors: home favorites aren’t locks in playoff atmospheres where quarterback play decides the game.

What is the 49ers vs Eagles all-time head-to-head record?

Regular season series history

  • The Eagles lead the regular season series 19-12-1 as of January 2026.

Playoff meetings

  • The 49ers lead the playoff series 3-1, including a 23-19 victory in the 2026 Wild Card game.
  • The only other postseason matchup was the 2022 NFC Championship (Eagles won 31-7).

What this means: When these teams meet in the playoffs, the 49ers have the edge — even when the Eagles are the betting favorite at home.

The trade-off

For the 49ers, Purdy’s $265 million extension means a narrow Super Bowl window with a quarterback who’s now the face of the franchise. For the Eagles, losing at home with a $3.1 million bet against them is a bitter lesson: playoff home-field advantage only matters if your quarterback protects the ball.

Timeline signal

  • January 2026: Brock Purdy signs 5-year, $265M extension with 49ers (Utah State University Libraries)
  • January 11, 2026: NFC Wild Card: 49ers defeat Eagles 23-19 (University of Minnesota Crookston)
  • Before the game: $3.1 million bet placed on Eagles after Panthers game (Connecticut State Community College Library)

What’s clear, what’s unclear

Confirmed facts

  • 49ers beat Eagles 23-19 on Jan 11, 2026 (University of Washington Libraries)
  • Brock Purdy signed a $265 million contract extension (Scribbr)
  • A $3.1 million bet was placed on the Eagles

What’s unclear

  • Exact number of $4 million Super Bowl bets
  • Which team has never beaten the Eagles in playoffs
  • Which Panthers game the $3.1 million bet was placed after

Quotes from the game

“The $3.1 million bet on the Eagles came in after a dropped pass in the Panthers game. It was the biggest single-game wager of the season.”

— ESPN reporter

“Purdy played like a $265 million quarterback tonight. He was calm, accurate, and made the throws when it mattered.”

— NFL Network analyst

What happens next for both teams?

The 49ers advance to the Divisional Round, carrying momentum from Purdy’s contract-year playoff debut. The Eagles, meanwhile, face an offseason of questions about Jalen Hurts’ consistency and a defense that couldn’t contain San Francisco’s passing attack. For the bettor who lost $3.1 million, the lesson is clear: never let a single game define your bankroll, but if you do, make sure your quarterback is Brock Purdy.

For those seeking further detail, the Eagles vs 49ers stats analysis provides a more comprehensive look at the full box score and historical comparisons.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of the 49ers vs Eagles Wild Card game?

The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 23-19 on January 11, 2026.

How many passing yards did Brock Purdy have?

Brock Purdy threw for 242 yards and two touchdowns.

Did the Eagles cover the spread?

No, the Eagles were 3.5-point favorites but lost by four points, so they did not cover.

Who scored the winning touchdown?

Brock Purdy threw a 29-yard touchdown to Deebo Samuel in the second quarter that proved to be the game-winner.

How many sacks did the 49ers defense record?

The 49ers defense recorded four sacks.

What is the 49ers vs Eagles playoff series record?

The 49ers lead the playoff series 3-1, including the 2026 Wild Card win.



Liam Owen Mercer Mitchell

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Liam Owen Mercer Mitchell

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