The San Francisco 49ers are one step closer to the Super Bowl after defeating the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday in the NFC Championship Game.

Christian McCaffrey put the 49ers on the board early, scoring the first touchdown of the game and setting the tone for the rest of the night. The 49ers went on to win the game in convincing fashion, with a final score of 37-20.

However, the victory was not without its casualties. Quarterback Brock Purdy was forced to leave the game in the second quarter after taking a hit to his right arm. Purdy was later diagnosed with an elbow injury, leaving his status for the upcoming Super Bowl uncertain.

Despite the setback, the 49ers have plenty to be proud of. The team was able to capitalize on several key moments throughout the game, including a crucial fourth-down conversion in the fourth quarter.

The 49ers’ victory was also highlighted by a number of standout performances, including quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo and wide receiver Deebo Samuel. Garoppolo threw for 219 yards and three touchdowns, while Samuel had five receptions for 73 yards and a touchdown.

The 49ers will now face the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl on February 2nd. With Purdy’s status uncertain, the team will have to rely on Garoppolo and the rest of the offense to lead them to victory.

In addition to the on-field action, the game was also marked by several memorable moments off the field. 49ers quarterback C.J. Beathard shared a powerful message about his faith after the game, saying, “My identity is in Jesus.”

The 49ers will now look to carry their momentum into the Super Bowl as they attempt to become the first team since the 2003 New England Patriots to win back-to-back championships.