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The NFC West has become the chamber of the San Francisco 49ers. The franchise has remained strong despite minor stumbles with Trey Lance at the helm. But Jimmy Garoppolo could balance things out, and Brock Purdy did the rest. The Niners are emerging as the number-one team. Moreover, NFL fans are ecstatic to see the Red and Gold clinch such a feat.

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The San Francisco 49ers had a dilemma with their quarterbacks’ division throughout the offseason. They also had the Deebo Samuel drama, which raised concern among the Niners faithful. But the NFC West team defied all odds and quagmires and clinched the top spot in their division.

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The San Francisco 49ers cemented their division and have become the 2022 NFC West champions after surmounting the Seattle Seahawks 21-13 at Lumen Field. They have a 10-4 record and have won seven consecutive games. They are also unbeaten against their divisional foes.

The NFL fans are ecstatic to see the Niners clinch the glory.

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NHL’s San Jose Sharks applauded the 49ers.

MLB Reporter is also happy to see the franchise sweep big-time.

Another user gave the 49ers best wishes, saying they earned it.

This Niners fan believes in Brock Purdy and the 49ers.

Another user rallies for Brock Purdy to get him a ring.

This user has immense respect for the Red and Gold.

This user shared a photoshopped image of George Kittle holding the WWE World Heavyweight Championship title.

The principal reason for the 49ers to clinch their division was Brock Purdy. The rookie quarterback threw two touchdown passes, both connecting with George Kittle. RB Christian McCaffrey contributed significantly to the backfield’s stability.

When did the San Francisco 49ers last win the NFC Western Division?

The San Francisco 49ers have had a positive twist of fate, and their latest divisional championship keeps them as viable Super Bowl contenders. Following the sweep, the Niners have won their first division title since 2019. Additionally, it marks HC Kyle Shanahan’s third appearance in the past four campaigns.

The last time the Niners clinched the NFC West title, they had a 13-3 record and went to Super Bowl LVI against the Chiefs. However, they fell short of clinching the Lombardi. Last season, the team finished 10-7, entered the playoffs as a wild card, and advanced to the NFC Championship Game. They have a chance this year to bring the gold home.

Will the 49ers seal their names in the Lombardi Trophy this year? It is subject to witness.

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Pavitra Shome is a senior NFL writer at EssentiallySports. A specialist in NFL Draft and trade, Pavitra is our very own QB when it comes to NFL coverage with nearly 1700 articles under his belt. A Master’s Degree holder in Journalism and Mass Communication, Pavitra uses his editorial judgment to distinguish between a plain rumor and a distinct possibility. A lifetime fan of Tom Brady, Pavitra has recently taken to the new NFL sensation, Patrick Mahomes. He believes the NFL QB transition won’t last for too long thanks to exciting new talent emerging in recent times. Pavitra’s penchant for breaking news and insider knowledge keeps him on the hunt and staying connected with fans. His story on “What Is Going On?”: ‘Reckless’ Referees Hit ‘Rigged’ Cage As NFL Fans Demand AI To Officiate Chiefs-Bengals Epic is a testimony to his ability to be on top of his game. Pavitra aspires to be in the big league of Ian Rapoport, Adam Schefter and Mike Garafolo at some stage in his broadcast career. When not writing or thinking NFL, Pavitra likes to explore. He is a history buff and loves exploring heritage sites and making mini v-logs. Moreover, with a passion for biking, he's always up for a ride!

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