Jordan Mason ran for seven and 22 yards after breaking multiple tackles. That came after Deebo had a gain of 28 yards. A well-designed screen pass to George Kittle got the Niners on the scoreboard to trim the lead to three.
But the Vikings had time before the end of the half and would receive the ball to begin the second half. Nick Bosa had his first sack of the season, but Jefferson would gain 16 yards on 3rd & 13 to keep Minnesota on the field. Darnold converted another third down on a scramble, which put the Vikings in a manageable range to make a field goal.