49ers postgame trophy ceremony after defeating Lions in NFC Championship game | NFL on FOX

Summary

The San Francisco 49ers have won the NFC Championship and are headed to Super Bowl LVIII after an astounding comeback victory over the Detroit Lions. Down 17-0 at halftime, the 49ers rallied in the second half behind the stellar play of rookie quarterback Brock Purdy. Team leaders including coach Kyle Shanahan and veterans George Kittle and Christian McCaffrey expressed joy and gratitude at the opportunity to return to the Super Bowl stage. With unwavering support from their passionate fanbase, the 49ers hope to finish the job and claim another championship title in two weeks.

Takeaways

• 😊 The San Francisco 49ers have won the NFC championship and are advancing to the Super Bowl
• 👏 Jed York accepts the George S. Halas trophy on behalf of the 49ers organization
• 👨‍🏫 Coach Kyle Shanahan credits the 49ers' second half comeback to the team's perseverance and defense
• 💪 The 49ers overcame a 17-0 halftime deficit to win the game
• 😎 Quarterback Brock Purdy praises God and credits the team effort for the victory
• ⚽ Running back Christian McCaffrey is excited to have the chance to win a Super Bowl ring with the 49ers
• 🙌 Tight end George Kittle acknowledges the 49ers still have one more game to win it all
• 🏟 York thanks the passionate 49ers fans for supporting the team throughout the game
• 💯 Strahan notes this is Shanahan's second chance to reach the Super Bowl as 49ers head coach
• ✈️ The 49ers and their fans will head to Las Vegas for Super Bowl LVIII

Q & A

Who presented the George S. Halas trophy to the 49ers?

Michael Strahan presented the George S. Halas trophy to signify the NFC championship to the 49ers.

What was the halftime score of the game?

At halftime, the 49ers were losing 17-0.

What did 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan tell his team at halftime?

Shanahan told his team that they played a bad first half but were still within 17 points and had plenty of time to make up the deficit. He said they needed to score on their first try in the second half.

Who did Shanahan credit for making the comeback happen?

Shanahan credited quarterback Brock Purdy for making the comeback happen.

What was Purdy's message to the fans after the win?

Purdy thanked God for the opportunity and gave credit to his team and the faithful 49ers fans for believing in them and spurring them on to the comeback win.

Why did the 49ers sign Christian McCaffrey mid-season?

The 49ers signed McCaffrey specifically to help make a Super Bowl run this season.

How did McCaffrey feel about making it to the Super Bowl?

McCaffrey said making it to the Super Bowl means the world to him and he is proud to be part of the 49ers organization.

What 'unfinished business' was coach Shanahan referring to?

Shanahan said the team has had unfinished Super Bowl business for a while, implying a motivation to return and win after losing Super Bowl LIV in 2020.

How did George Kittle feel about returning to the Super Bowl?

Kittle felt good about going back to another Super Bowl with the support of the faithful 49ers fans who will be traveling with them to Las Vegas.

Where will Super Bowl LVIII be played?

Super Bowl LVIII will be played in Las Vegas.