{"id":12838,"date":"2024-12-21T04:15:51","date_gmt":"2024-12-21T04:15:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usatoday.azontree.com\/?p=12838"},"modified":"2024-12-21T04:15:51","modified_gmt":"2024-12-21T04:15:51","slug":"49ers-vs-dolphins-renew-storied-rivalry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usatoday.azontree.com\/?p=12838","title":{"rendered":"49ers vs. Dolphins Renew Storied Rivalry"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"m-detail-header--dek\">San Francisco 49ers heads to Hard Rock Stadium to face Miami Dolphins, navigating injuries and drawing on a storied rivalry for inspiration.<\/div>\n<div class=\"m-detail-header--flexbox\">\n<div class=\"m-detail-header--meta\">\n<div class=\"m-description--list\">\n<p>The\u00a0San Francisco 49ers\u00a0are gearing up for a cross-country trip to Hard Rock Stadium for a crucial Week 16 matchup against the\u00a0Miami Dolphins. This encounter rekindles a storied rivalry that has seen\u00a0NFL\u00a0legends like Jerry Rice, Joe Montana, and Dan Marino take the field.<\/p>\n<div class=\"m-detail--body-item m-detail--body-item-inline\">\n<figure class=\"l-inline tml-image m-detail--tml-image--inline\"><a><picture class=\"is-loaded\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_380\/MjExNTMzMjY1NTYxOTg3MDYw\/super-bowl-xix-dan-marino-joe-montana.webp 380w, https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_620\/MjExNTMzMjY1NTYxOTg3MDYw\/super-bowl-xix-dan-marino-joe-montana.webp 620w, https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700\/MjExNTMzMjY1NTYxOTg3MDYw\/super-bowl-xix-dan-marino-joe-montana.webp 700w\" type=\"image\/webp\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1240px) 700px, (min-width: 675px) 620px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_380\/MjExNTMzMjY1NTYxOTg3MDYw\/super-bowl-xix-dan-marino-joe-montana.png 380w, https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_620\/MjExNTMzMjY1NTYxOTg3MDYw\/super-bowl-xix-dan-marino-joe-montana.png 620w, https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700\/MjExNTMzMjY1NTYxOTg3MDYw\/super-bowl-xix-dan-marino-joe-montana.png 700w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1240px) 700px, (min-width: 675px) 620px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"m-detail--tml-image m-image\" src=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/t_share\/MjExNTMzMjY1NTYxOTg3MDYw\/super-bowl-xix-dan-marino-joe-montana.png\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" alt=\"Super Bowl XIX Dan Marino Joe Montana\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-src=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700\/MjExNTMzMjY1NTYxOTg3MDYw\/super-bowl-xix-dan-marino-joe-montana.png\" \/><\/picture><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"m-detail--tml-image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"m-detail--tml-image-container\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<p class=\"tml-image--caption\">Super Bowl XIX Dan Marino Joe Montana<\/p>\n<p class=\"tml-image--attribution\">By Tony Fisher<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<aside class=\"m-in-content-ad-row l-inline mm-in-content-ad-row--in-content not-size-a not-size-b not-size-d\" data-ad-group=\"in_content-0\">\n<div class=\"m-in-content-ad not-size-a not-size-b not-size-d\" data-ad-group=\"in_content-0\" data-zone-count=\"2\">\n<div class=\"not-size-a not-size-b not-size-d m-in-content-ad is-placeholder\">\n<div id=\"ad-in_content-aa31d4f7fdc147d0a48f739b28b5accb\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>Historically, the Dolphins hold an 8-6 edge in regular-season meetings, a series that began on September 16, 1973, when Miami claimed a 21-13 victory. The rivalry\u2019s most iconic moment, however, came in\u00a0Super Bowl\u00a0XIX. Joe Montana\u2019s\u00a049ers\u00a0delivered a dominant 38-16 win over Marino\u2019s Dolphins, cementing their place in NFL history.<\/p>\n<p>The most recent meeting, on December 4, 2022, marked a pivotal moment for San Francisco. Rookie quarterback\u00a0Brock Purdy\u00a0made his official debut, stepping in for an injured Jimmy Garoppolo. Purdy shone brightly, completing 25 of 37 passes for 210 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception, leading the 49ers to a convincing 33-17 victory. That performance not only secured the win but also solidified Purdy\u2019s role as San Francisco\u2019s leader under center.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"m-in-content-ad-row l-inline mm-in-content-ad-row--in-content not-size-a not-size-b not-size-d\" data-ad-group=\"in_content-1\">\n<div class=\"m-in-content-ad not-size-a not-size-b not-size-d\" data-ad-group=\"in_content-1\" data-zone-count=\"2\">\n<div class=\"not-size-a not-size-b not-size-d m-in-content-ad is-placeholder\">\n<div id=\"ad-in_content-024ce187fe26484b9c324b13fb3bd4cc\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>Recent trends show Miami with a slight upper hand, winning four of the last six matchups, including a 2-1 record since 2016. Across all-time meetings,\u00a0San Francisco\u00a0averages 2.6 touchdowns, 20.1 first downs, and 329.9 total yards per game, while allowing an average of 304.9 yards to Miami.<\/p>\n<p>This season, the 49ers enter the game facing significant injury challenges. Defensive lineman Maliek Collins (illness), running back Isaac Guerendo (foot, hamstring), and tackle Trent Williams (ankle) were unable to practice, while key defenders Nick Bosa (hip, oblique) and Dre Greenlaw (Achilles, knee) were limited. Despite the setbacks, the team will rely on its depth and star players like\u00a0Christian McCaffrey\u00a0and Fred Warner to make an impact.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mm-embed-card--list\">\n<div class=\"m-card--media\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"m-card--content\">\n<h2 id=\"49ers-lb-shares-simple-christmas-wish\" class=\"m-ellipsis--text m-card--header-text\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\">49ers LB Shares Simple Christmas Wish<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>For\u00a0the 49ers, this game is about more than history. It\u2019s a chance to overcome adversity, secure a critical victory, and keep their season alive while solidifying their position in the playoff race. With injuries testing the team\u2019s depth and resilience, a strong performance against the Dolphins could serve as both a turning point for this season and a statement for their future ambitions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>San Francisco 49ers heads to Hard Rock Stadium to face Miami Dolphins, navigating injuries and drawing on a storied rivalry for inspiration. 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