The 49ers will have neither quarterback Brock Purdy nor his favorite target, tight end George Kittle , on Sunday against the New Orleans Saints.

Purdy made it through the entire game with a toe injury , while Kittle exited in the first half with his hamstring injury. He caught a touchdown pass before sustaining the injury.

Still, the 49ers emerged from Week 1 of the NFL season with a 17-13 victory over the Seattle Seahawks.

In addition to a mix of their veteran stars, the 49ers got some key contributions from under-the-radar players.

Defensive end Sam Okuayinonu came up with a big play when he forced a fourth-quarter fumble. The 49ers scored the winning points on tight end Jake Tonges’ amazing touchdown catch, ripped from the grasp of Seattle defensive back Riq Woolen.

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