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How to Watch the San Francisco 49ers Face Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 4

September 25, 2025

Week 4 of the NFL season delivers a cross-conference clash with playoff implications as the undefeated San Francisco 49ers welcome the Jacksonville Jaguars to Levi's Stadium. This matchup pits Kyle Shanahan's high-powered offense—now navigating a gauntlet of injuries—against a Jaguars squad that's found its groove defensively and on the ground. The 49ers (3-0) have scraped out gritty wins, including a 16-15 thriller over the Cardinals in Week 3 where Mac Jones stepped up in place of the sidelined Brock Purdy, while the Jaguars (2-1) notched a crucial 17-10 divisional victory over the Texans behind three takeaways and a dominant run game averaging 141.7 yards per contest. With San Francisco leading the all-time series 5-2, this could be the game where Jacksonville's opportunistic defense (league-leading nine takeaways) forces the Niners' first stumble.

Whether you're a Faithful ready to paint the Bay Area red and gold or a Jaguars fan dreaming of an upset on the road, we've compiled your go-to guide for catching every snap. From TV coverage to streaming picks and radio feeds, here's how to watch the 49ers vs. Jaguars on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at 4:05 p.m. ET (1:05 p.m. PT).

Game Details

  • Teams: San Francisco 49ers (3-0) vs. Jacksonville Jaguars (2-1)
  • Date: Sunday, September 28, 2025
  • Time: 4:05 p.m. ET
  • Location: Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, California
  • Broadcast Team: Adam Amin (play-by-play), Mark Sanchez (analyst), and Kristina Pink (sideline) on FOX – bringing energy to this West Coast showdown.

As a FOX national game, it's available across much of the U.S. in the early afternoon window. Verify local availability via the NFL TV coverage map.

How to Watch on TV

Flip to your local FOX affiliate for the live action. Pregame hype kicks off with FOX NFL Sunday at noon ET, featuring Curt Menefee, Terry Bradshaw, Howie Long, Jimmy Johnson, and Michael Strahan.

  • 49ers Local Market: KTVU (Bay Area)
  • Jaguars Local Market: FOX30 (Jacksonville)
  • National: FOX (check listings by zip code)

Traveling? Cable providers like DirecTV, Dish, or Xfinity ensure FOX access nationwide.

Streaming Options

TV-free? Go digital with these services (subscriptions needed, with trials available):

  • YouTube TV / Hulu + Live TV / FuboTV / Sling TV: All include FOX in most markets, starting at $70–$80/month with 5–7-day free trials. They pack ESPN, CBS, and NBC for full NFL slates.
  • NFL+: $6.99/month (or $14.99 for Premium) streams local games on mobile. Premium adds NFL RedZone and full replays.
  • NFL Sunday Ticket (YouTube TV add-on): Out-of-market viewers: $349/season for every non-local game. Promo: $299 for new subs.
  • Peacock / Amazon Prime Video: Not primary here, but check for any flex scheduling.

Pro tip: Overseas? Fire up a VPN like ExpressVPN on a U.S. server to bypass geo-blocks.

Radio and Audio Broadcasts

Tailgating or commuting? Dial in:

  • 49ers Radio Network:
    • Flagship: KGO (810 AM) and 107.7 The Bone (FM) in the Bay Area
    • Play-by-Play: Guy Haberman, with Tim Ryan (analyst)
    • Spanish: Jesús Zárate and Carlos Yustis on 49ers.com/esp
  • Jaguars Radio Network:
    • Flagship: 1010 XL (AM) and 92.5 FM in Jacksonville
    • Play-by-Play: Frank Frangie, with Jeff Lageman
  • SiriusXM NFL Radio: Channel 83 (49ers) or 228 (Jaguars). $10.99/month for streaming.
  • Westwood One National: SiriusXM Channel 88 or NFL app for syndicated coverage.

Why You Can't Miss This Game

San Francisco's unbeaten streak hangs by a thread amid injuries: Nick Bosa (ACL, out for season), George Kittle, Brandon Aiyuk, and Jauan Jennings sidelined, plus Brock Purdy's status uncertain (turf toe/AC joint). Christian McCaffrey's versatility (25 receptions, 389 scrimmage yards) keeps the offense humming, but Jacksonville's D—tops in takeaways—could capitalize. Trevor Lawrence faces a familiar foe in his college rival Mac Jones (if Purdy sits), while the Jags' ground attack (5.1 ypc) tests the Niners' stout run D (3.7 ypc allowed). Odds favor the home team by 3 points (via BetMGM), but the Jags' road warrior vibe could flip it.

Current betting lines:

 
Bet Type49ersJaguars
Spread-3+3
Moneyline-185+150
Over/Under47.547.5

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Final Thoughts

Brace for a tactical chess match at Levi's—Niners' resilience vs. Jags' momentum, with McCaffrey's magic potentially stealing the show. Stream on YouTube TV or chant from the stands; this Week 4 gem could redefine both teams' trajectories. Stay locked into FanHub for injury buzz, fantasy nuggets, and more NFL breakdowns.

NFL Suspends Entire Officiating Crew Led by Craig Wrolstad After Controversial Finish in Seahawks–Buccaneers Game
October 8, 2025 – Seattle, WA The NFL has officially suspended referee Craig Wrolstad and his entire officiating crew following the explosive fallout from Sunday’s Seattle Seahawks vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers matchup — a 38–35 thriller marred by a string of controversial calls that fans say “handed the game” to Tampa Bay.   According to official NFL.com and ESPN data, the suspended crew — known as Crew 12 for the 2025 season — consisted of: Referee: Craig Wrolstad (#4) – Lead referee, responsible for major penalties such as pass interference and roughing the passer. Known for high penalty frequency (13.5 penalties/game in 2024). Umpire: Brandon Cruse (#45) – Oversaw the line of scrimmage, false starts, and holding infractions. Down Judge: Danny Short (#113) – Marked downfield yardage and sideline progress. Line Judge: Brett Bergman (#91) – Responsible for out-of-bounds and boundary plays. Field Judge: Jeff Shears (#108) – Monitored coverage plays and pass interference calls. Back Judge: Rich Martinez (#39) – Focused on deep coverage and signaling calls. The decision came after widespread outrage over inconsistent officiating in critical moments, which many believe tilted momentum toward the Buccaneers’ comeback. The crew has been accused of enforcing rules unevenly and issuing “late, selective, and phantom calls” in the second half. 🔥 Controversial Moments Leading to the Suspension 1️⃣ Illegal Man Downfield (2nd Half, 3rd & 12 – Seahawks Drive)The Seahawks were flagged for illegal man downfield on a shovel pass to Kenneth Walker — wiping out a first down and forcing a punt. Moments later, Tampa Bay executed a similar play, but the flag was picked up after brief discussion, allowing their drive to continue. That drive ended in a touchdown by Rachaad White. Fans on X called it “ridiculous inconsistency,” arguing that the call was selectively enforced against Seattle. 2️⃣ Phantom Defensive Holding (4th Quarter – Bucs Comeback Drive)On 3rd down deep in Buccaneers territory, officials threw a late flag for defensive holding on Seahawks cornerback Nehemiah Pritchett, gifting Tampa Bay a first down that led to Baker Mayfield’s 11-yard touchdown pass to Sterling Shepard. Replays showed minimal contact, with analysts calling it “incidental at best.” PFF later graded the call as “incorrect.” 3️⃣ Late-Game Holding Calls (Final Minutes)As the game tightened, the Seahawks were penalized four times in the final quarter compared to Tampa’s one — including a questionable holding call after a tipped pass   and a weak illegal contact flag during Sam Darnold’s final drive. The penalties set up a deflected interception and the game-winning 39-yard field goal by Chase McLaughlin as time expired. “Refs controlled the second half,” one viral post read. “That wasn’t football — that was theater.” The Wrolstad crew, which had officiated four of Seattle’s last five games, already had a reputation for overcalling offensive holding and inconsistent man-downfield enforcement. The Seahawks were 2–2 under Wrolstad’s crew entering Week 5. NFL Senior VP of Officiating Walt Anderson released a statement Monday night confirming the disciplinary action:   “The league expects consistency, accuracy, and fairness from all officiating crews. After a thorough review of the Seahawks–Buccaneers game, the NFL determined that multiple officiating decisions failed to meet our professional standards.” The entire crew will be removed from active assignments indefinitely, pending further internal evaluation. For Seahawks fans — and even some Buccaneers supporters — the suspension serves as long-overdue validation after what many called “one of the worst-officiated games of the season.” The debate over NFL officiating integrity continues, but one thing is clear: the fallout from Seahawks–Buccaneers has shaken confidence in the league’s officiating more than any game this year.