Stroud was very efficient when blitzed, completing 11 of his 13 attempts for 90 yards, a touchdown and a 121.2 passer rating. When the 49ers did not blitz, they only were able to get pressure on Stroud a meager three times over 28 plays.

We always knew the San Franciscio 49ers 2025 rookie class going to have a big say in what the outcome of the season would be. While the team got off to a hot start, and the rookie class has had some highs, the lows of the class also have shown in what could be a sign that the 49ers season does not have a high ceiling.

Houston Texans cornerback Kamari Lassiter, right, intercepts a pass intended for San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Houston. Sunday’s loss to the Texans was the latest chapter in a season to forget for 49ers receiver Jauan Jennings.

And with that, Deommodore Lenoir is the hero snapping that streak. It took the 49ers until Week 8 to finally notch their first interception of the season. Between that and their celebration of Nati onal Tight End Day, you have all the necessary highlights of the Texans’ loss.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/nfl/texans as Texans’ C.J. Stroud, DeMeco Ryans Reflect on Big Win vs. 49ers. When Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud really clicks, suddenly his head coach, DeMeco Ryans, starts to puff out his chest and walk a little taller.

Kyle Shanahan provided a series of injury updates after San Francisco fell to the Houston Texans on Sunday afternoon.

The Giants (2–6) are reeling after a lopsided defeat to the Eagles, which exposed both offensive and defensive shortcomings. Rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart continues to show flashes but remains inconsistent, and the Giants’ backfield was dealt a blow with the loss of rookie running back Cam Skattebo to a ankle injury.

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey became the fifth running back in NFL history, joining three Hall of Famers, to hit new milestone.

The 49ers offense sabotaged the defense and the defense failed to set up the offense in one-sided loss to Texans.