The Miami Dolphins vs San Francisco 49ers matchup ended with a 35–13 victory for San Francisco in NFL Week 2. The game was played on September 20, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The 49ers improved to 2–0, while the Dolphins dropped to 0–2. San Francisco built a 14–6 halftime lead before exploding for 21 points in the third quarter.
Brock Purdy delivered one of the most efficient performances of the week. He completed 20 of 22 passes for 287 yards, two passing touchdowns and one rushing touchdown, finishing with a 149.1 passer rating. Christian McCaffrey scored twice on the ground, while George Kittle caught a touchdown pass and finished with 80 receiving yards. Miami managed only one touchdown until Ryan Miller’s 77-yard fourth-quarter reception.
Final Score
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Dolphins | 0 | 6 | 0 | 7 | 13 |
| San Francisco 49ers | 7 | 7 | 21 | 0 | 35 |
San Francisco controlled the game from the opening quarter. Christian McCaffrey scored on a one-yard run to give the 49ers a 7–0 lead. Miami responded with a 28-yard Riley Patterson field goal, but Purdy added a two-yard rushing touchdown before halftime. Patterson kicked another field goal as time expired in the second quarter, leaving Miami behind 14–6 at the break.
The third quarter completely changed the game. Purdy connected with Kittle for a 12-yard touchdown, then found Kyle Juszczyk for a six-yard score. McCaffrey added his second one-yard rushing touchdown shortly afterward. Miami finally reached the end zone late in the fourth quarter when Malik Willis hit Ryan Miller for 77 yards, but the comeback never developed.
Match Details
The contest was San Francisco’s first regular-season home game of 2026. The 49ers returned to Levi’s Stadium after opening their season with a victory over the Los Angeles Rams in Australia. Miami was playing its second straight road game after losing to the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 1.
The result gave San Francisco consecutive 2–0 starts and continued the team’s strong opening to the season. The 49ers also became the first team in franchise history to open a season with consecutive victories of at least 20 points. Miami, meanwhile, remained winless after two games.
| Match Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | September 20, 2026 |
| Week | NFL Week 2 |
| Venue | Levi’s Stadium |
| Location | Santa Clara, California |
| Final Score | 49ers 35, Dolphins 13 |
| Dolphins Record | 0–2 |
| 49ers Record | 2–0 |
Brock Purdy Player Stats
Brock Purdy was the central figure in San Francisco’s offensive performance. He completed 20 of 22 passes for 287 yards and two passing touchdowns without throwing an interception. His accuracy allowed the 49ers to sustain drives and repeatedly attack the Dolphins secondary. Purdy also added 30 rushing yards and a touchdown on three carries.
Purdy’s performance was particularly impressive because San Francisco scored touchdowns on each of its first five drives. The quarterback consistently moved the offense into scoring range, using Kittle, Mike Evans, Juszczyk and other targets to keep Miami’s defense under pressure. His 149.1 passer rating reflected the efficiency of his afternoon.
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| Player | C/ATT | Passing Yards | Pass TD | INT | Rush Yards | Rush TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brock Purdy | 20/22 | 287 | 2 | 0 | 30 | 1 |
| Malik Willis | 14/23 | 197 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
Malik Willis Player Stats
Malik Willis completed 14 of 23 passes for 197 yards and one touchdown for Miami. He did not throw an interception and finished with a 103.0 passer rating. Willis also added six rushing yards. His most productive scoring play came in the fourth quarter when he connected with Ryan Miller for a 77-yard touchdown.
Willis faced a difficult situation as San Francisco’s defense repeatedly disrupted Miami’s offensive rhythm. The Dolphins moved the ball at times, including a long opening scoring drive in the second quarter, but they could not finish enough possessions with touchdowns. The 49ers’ third-quarter surge put the game out of reach before Miami’s late touchdown.
Rushing Player Stats
De’Von Achane led Miami’s rushing attack with 20 carries for 74 yards. He received plenty of early involvement, including five touches on the Dolphins’ opening possession. Achane finished the first half with 14 carries, matching his career high for carries through two quarters. However, Miami struggled to convert that workload into touchdowns.
Christian McCaffrey did not produce a huge yardage total, finishing with only 23 rushing yards on 10 carries. His impact came through scoring plays, as he recorded two one-yard touchdown runs. Those scores included the 100th touchdown of his career, making the milestone another notable moment from San Francisco’s victory.
| Player | Team | Carries | Rushing Yards | TD | Long |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| De’Von Achane | Dolphins | 20 | 74 | 0 | 17 |
| Jaylen Wright | Dolphins | 2 | 11 | 0 | 8 |
| Ollie Gordon II | Dolphins | 3 | 7 | 0 | 5 |
| Brock Purdy | 49ers | 3 | 30 | 1 | 18 |
| Kaelon Black | 49ers | 7 | 25 | 0 | 6 |
| Christian McCaffrey | 49ers | 10 | 23 | 2 | 5 |
Receiving Player Stats
George Kittle was one of Purdy’s most important targets. He caught four passes for 80 yards and scored a 12-yard touchdown in the third quarter. Kittle also produced a 40-yard reception, helping San Francisco create explosive plays against Miami’s defense. His performance provided another major receiving threat alongside Mike Evans.
Mike Evans caught three passes for 54 yards, while Christian McCaffrey added four receptions for 43 yards. On Miami’s side, Malik Washington led the Dolphins with four receptions for 43 yards, while Achane caught three passes for 19 yards. Ryan Miller had just one reception, but it became the game’s biggest Miami play when he turned it into a 77-yard touchdown.
| Player | Team | Receptions | Receiving Yards | TD | Long |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Kittle | 49ers | 4 | 80 | 1 | 40 |
| Mike Evans | 49ers | 3 | 54 | 0 | 27 |
| Christian McCaffrey | 49ers | 4 | 43 | 0 | 16 |
| Malik Washington | Dolphins | 4 | 43 | 0 | 23 |
| De’Von Achane | Dolphins | 3 | 19 | 0 | 7 |
| Ryan Miller | Dolphins | 1 | 77 | 1 | 77 |
Team Statistics
San Francisco finished with 382 total yards compared with 284 for Miami. The 49ers averaged 7.8 yards per play and ran 49 offensive plays, while Miami averaged 5.1 yards per play across 56 plays. The Dolphins actually had more offensive plays, but San Francisco generated significantly more yardage per snap.
The possession numbers were close, with Miami holding the ball for 30:13 and San Francisco for 29:47. Both teams recorded zero turnovers, although Miami had two fumbles without losing either. The major difference came from San Francisco’s ability to turn drives into touchdowns, especially during the third quarter.
| Team Stat | Dolphins | 49ers |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 284 | 382 |
| Yards Per Play | 5.1 | 7.8 |
| Plays | 56 | 49 |
| Rushes | 29 | 27 |
| Possession | 30:13 | 29:47 |
| Turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Penalties | 7 | 7 |
| Penalty Yards | 50 | 78 |
First-Half Highlights
San Francisco opened the scoring on its first possession. Purdy completed passes to four different receivers before McCaffrey finished the drive with a one-yard touchdown run. Miami then answered with a long 17-play drive, but the possession ended with a 28-yard Patterson field goal rather than a touchdown.
Purdy later created another scoring opportunity with an 18-yard run and a 19-yard completion to Demarcus Robinson. He finished the drive himself with a two-yard rushing touchdown, giving San Francisco a 14–3 lead. Miami’s Patterson added a 24-yard field goal as the first half ended, leaving the Dolphins within eight points.
Third-Quarter Turning Point
The third quarter was the decisive period of the game. San Francisco scored three touchdowns in just over 10 minutes, beginning with Purdy’s 12-yard touchdown pass to Kittle. The 49ers followed with another scoring drive that ended when Purdy found Juszczyk for a six-yard touchdown.
Miami could not respond with points, and San Francisco quickly extended the advantage again. After the Dolphins turned the ball over on downs, Purdy found Evans for a 27-yard reception that set up McCaffrey’s second one-yard touchdown run. The 49ers entered the fourth quarter leading 35–6.
Defensive Performances
San Francisco’s defense helped maintain control even though Miami finished with 284 total yards. The 49ers recorded four sacks of Willis, including a sack by Keion White and another by safety Marques Sigle. The defense also prevented Miami from turning several long possessions into touchdowns during the first half.
The Dolphins had some individual defensive contributions as well. Taaffe led Miami with nine total tackles, including five solo stops, while Jacob Rodriguez recorded eight tackles. However, the defense spent too much time defending short fields and explosive San Francisco drives during the third quarter.
Fourth-Quarter Response
Miami finally found the end zone with 2:41 remaining in the game. Willis dropped back and delivered a deep pass down the right sideline to Ryan Miller, who turned the completion into a 77-yard touchdown. Patterson added the extra point, reducing the deficit to 35–13.
The touchdown provided a late highlight for the Dolphins but did not change the outcome. San Francisco controlled the remaining possessions and closed out its second consecutive victory. The 49ers had already created too large a gap through their five touchdown drives, particularly during the third quarter.
Match Summary
The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Miami Dolphins 35–13 after producing a dominant third quarter. Brock Purdy completed 20 of 22 passes for 287 yards and two passing touchdowns while adding a rushing score. George Kittle recorded 80 receiving yards and a touchdown, while Christian McCaffrey scored twice on the ground and reached 100 career touchdowns.
Miami stayed competitive during the first half but could not match San Francisco after halftime. Malik Willis finished with 197 passing yards and one touchdown, while Achane rushed for 74 yards. Ryan Miller’s 77-yard touchdown provided Miami’s only touchdown, but the 49ers’ 21-point third quarter ultimately decided the game. San Francisco moved to 2–0, while Miami fell to 0–2.
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