NFC West Recap: 49ers’ lead shrinks to two; Seahawks, Rams both win

Key Points:

• The San Francisco 49ers ended their unbeaten streak with a 29-20 loss to the Atlanta Falcons, marked by uncharacteristic turnovers, missed extra points, and defensive penalties, despite injuries and backup players.
• The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 20-3, limiting Patrick Mahomes and improving their record to 4-3, though they suffered injuries to key players during the game.
• The Arizona Cardinals lost 30-16 to the Denver Broncos, struggling in the red zone and failing to capitalize on scoring opportunities despite strong individual performances.
• The Los Angeles Rams beat the Las Vegas Raiders 35-21, overcoming typical season issues like turnovers and penalties, moving out of last place to third in the division.
• In Week 8, the 49ers have a bye, while the Seahawks, Cardinals, and Rams face upcoming games against the Bears, Cowboys, and Chargers respectively, with divisional standings still competitive.