COLTON MCKIVITZ

The San Francisco 49ers signed offensive lineman Colton McKivitz to a two-year extension before he became a restricted free agent. The deal announced Thursday keeps McKivitz under contract through the 2024 season for San Francisco. McKivitz was a fifth-round pick in 2020 and has started five games in his career.

Deebo Samuel turned a short catch into an electric 57-yard touchdown, Talanoa Hufanga returned an interception for a score and the San Francisco 49ers beat the Los Angeles Rams 24-9.

The San Francisco 49ers clinched a playoff spot with a 27-24 overtime victory over the NFC West champion Los Angeles Rams.