49ers Clinch NFC West Lead with Thrilling Win Over Bears

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The 49ers narrowly defeated the Bears 42-38 in a thrilling Sunday night game, setting up a crucial NFC West showdown with Seattle and a chance for the No. 1 seed in the playoffs. Brock Purdy led a high-scoring offense with five total touchdowns, while the Bears' Justin Williams also performed well, but San Francisco's defense secured the final stop. The game impacts playoff seeding, with the 49ers moving to 12-4 and the Bears to 11-5.
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