November 5, 2024

Breaking down Packers’ 24-21 loss to 49ers in NFC Divisional Round

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— The Packers managed just six points on three red-zone trips in the first half. The lost points ended up being crucial late.

— The Packers went three-and-out, missed a field goal and had a turnover on three fourth-quarter possessions.

— Anders Carlson missed a kick for the sixth straight game. He had misses in 10 of the final 12 games.

— An early turnover on downs took away points. A potentially poor spot wasn’t reviewed.

— Love threw behind Tucker Kraft for an interception, and his final throw was a terrible one. He threw an interception for the first time since Dec. 11.

— The Packers dropped multiple interception opportunities provided by Brock Purdy, including a potential pick-six dropped by Darnell Savage. Final turnover total: Packers 2, 49ers 0.

— Nick Bosa didn’t have a sack, but he finished with five quarterback hits and a few run stops.

— The 49ers were 10-for-16 on third down, including two conversions on the go-ahead touchdown drive.

— Savage got beat by George Kittle for a 32-yard touchdown in the first half. Jonathan Owens missed tackles on both of McCaffrey’s touchdown runs.

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