San Francisco 49ers Away Games Betting Trend
ATS Record, ROI Analysis & Historical Performance Data (2014-2024)
The public often underestimates the San Francisco 49ers in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as away games, the San Francisco 49ers hold a record of 26-16-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +18.2% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $8 over this period.
Year-by-Year Performance
| Season | Record | Win % | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 2-2-0 | 0.0% | -4.5% |
| 2015 | 0-1-0 | 0.0% | -100.0% |
| 2016 | 3-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2017 | 2-1-0 | 0.0% | +27.3% |
| 2018 | 2-2-0 | 0.0% | -4.5% |
| 2019 | 5-1-0 | 0.0% | +59.1% |
| 2020 | 3-2-0 | 0.0% | +14.6% |
| 2021 | 2-2-0 | 0.0% | -4.5% |
| 2022 | 2-2-0 | 0.0% | -4.5% |
| 2023 | 4-1-0 | 0.0% | +52.7% |
| 2024 | 1-2-0 | 0.0% | -36.4% |
Why This Trend Exists
The 49ers' strong away performance stems from their organizational culture of preparation and adaptability that has persisted through different coaching regimes. San Francisco has historically excelled at game-planning for hostile environments, with their coaching staff emphasizing road discipline and mental toughness. The team's identity as a physical, ground-based offense translates particularly well to away games where they can control tempo and limit crowd noise impact through sustained drives. Kyle Shanahan's system thrives on pre-snap motion and misdirection, which becomes even more effective when opposing defenses struggle to communicate in loud stadiums. The 49ers' defensive front consistently generates pressure regardless of venue, but road games often present favorable matchups against teams that rely heavily on crowd noise rather than pure talent. Their special teams units have also been consistently above-average, providing crucial field position advantages that compound in away environments. The key insight for bettors is recognizing that San Francisco's road success often correlates with their ability to establish the running game early. When they can control the line of scrimmage, they neutralize home-field advantage better than most teams. This trend matters most when the 49ers face teams with significant home-field advantages but questionable defensive depth, particularly in divisional matchups and primetime road games.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the San Francisco 49ers's ATS record as away games?
The San Francisco 49ers have a 26-16-0 record against the spread (ATS) in away games from 2014-2024. This translates to a 61.9% ATS win rate over that 10-year period.
Is betting on the San Francisco 49ers as away games profitable?
Yes, betting on the 49ers in away games has been profitable with an 18.2% return on investment (ROI) from 2014-2024. Their 26-16 ATS record indicates consistent value for bettors backing San Francisco on the road.
How does this compare to the league average?
The 49ers' 61.9% ATS win rate in away games significantly outperforms the typical league average of around 50%. Their 18.2% ROI demonstrates above-average profitability compared to most NFL teams in road situations.
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All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.