Christian McCaffrey and the San Francisco 49ers had to sweat and claw for their nail-biting victory over the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, 26-23, on Thursday at SoFi Stadium.

The 49ers allowed the Rams to fight back from a double-digit deficit at halftime and force an extension. Eddie Piñeiro converted a 41-yard field goal to secure the win for San Francisco, which improved to 4-1.

The 49ers survived the absence of Brock Purdy, who reaggravated his turf toe injury and is considered week-to-week. Mac Jones stepped up in his place and threw for 342 yards and two touchdowns, including one to McCaffrey.

The 29-year-old running back was relieved to have escaped the Rams. He also pointed out that they still need to work on their running game .

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