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NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 22
49ers Counting on Run Defense Changes vs. Colts
The 49ers are in the playoffs, and the goal shifts to acquiring the highest seed. Three wins to close out the year and they complete an improbable run to the NFC’s 1 seed.
NFL News / Field Level Media / December 22
Week 16 MNF: 49ers-Colts Preview, Props, Prediction
Several NFL teams will be watching in earnest when the San Francisco 49ers travel to take on the Indianapolis Colts on Monday night in a game chock full of playoff implications for both conferences to close out Week 16.
Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / December 22
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan reveals key goal to beat Colts in Week 16
The San Francisco 49ers clinched a playoff berth Sunday after the Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Detroit Lions. Still, the 49ers have plenty at stake heading into Monday night's Week 16 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts.
The 'Multiple 3-rushing-TD games in a season' quiz
How many of the 55 NFL players to get a hat-trick of rushing touchdowns multiple times in the same season can you name in eight minutes?
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 22
Only one 49ers player leads position group in Pro Bowl voting
The NFL Communications staff released the latest voting results for the 2026 Pro Bowl Games, with the AFC and NFC rosters set to be unveiled Tuesday morning.
The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season
All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.
Robert Saleh News / 49ers Webzone / December 22
49ers' Robert Saleh open to head coaching opportunities, but 'it's not desperation'
There is little doubt that San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh will be among the top names to watch when NFL teams begin filling head coaching vacancies during the upcoming offseason.
The 'Most 30-touch NFL games' quiz
How many of the 48 players in NFL history with 30 or more touches in at least 10 different games can you name in seven minutes?
Jake Tonges News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 22
Why this 49ers' place on the depth chart may not reflect his value
The San Francisco 49ers have finally clarified their stance on Jake Tonges, listing him as the third-string tight end on the depth chart. Tonges became a key contributor in the first half of the season, largely due to George Kittle’s hamstring injury suffered in Week 1.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 22
Key starters expected to return for San Francisco 49ers in Week 16
The San Francisco 49ers have been one of the most injured teams thoughout the entire 2025 season. While the team will never get completely healthy, it is significant to note that they will potentially be getting three significant contributors back on the defensive side of the football in Week 16 against the Indianapolis Colts.
Mac Jones News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 21
Why the 49ers Can’t Afford to Lose Mac Jones in 2026
If the 2025 season has proven anything, it’s that the San Francisco 49ers are extremely fortunate to have two quality quarterbacks on their roster. The 49ers have a 10-4 record, reflecting their strong season.
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game
For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / December 21
49ers clinch spot in NFC playoffs with Detroit loss
The San Francisco 49ers have officially clinched a postseason birth for the 2025 NFC playoffs, thanks to the Pittsburgh Steelers, who defeated the Detroit Lions 29-24 on Sunday.
Deommodore Lenoir News / 49ers Webzone / December 21
49ers CB Deommodore Lenoir denies accusation that he skipped holiday event for special needs kids
According to TMZ Sports, San Francisco 49ers cornerback Deommodore Lenoir is being accused of skipping a charity event for children. The function, which was held on December 15, was a holiday toy drive in which Lenoir was expected to collect toys for children with special needs.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 21
49ers vs. Colts: 5 Key Players to Watch in Indy
For the 29th time in franchise history, the San Francisco 49ers have notched 10-plus wins in a season. Following a rare December bye week, the 49ers posted a 37-24 victory over the Tennessee Titans.
Robert Saleh News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 21
Robert Saleh reveals the secret ingredient for the 49ers defense
The San Francisco 49ers defense has been playing above its head all season. They have lost pieces, and while they have struggled at times, they have been good enough to hold a 10-4 record with just three games to play.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 21
49ers must fix this issue in final three games to secure No. 1 Seed
A small but concerning pattern has emerged in recent weeks when the San Francisco 49ers build leads in games. In Week 15 against the Tennessee Titans, the 49ers surrendered 14 points in the fourth quarter.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 21
49ers Keys to Victory vs. Colts: How San Francisco Can Win in Week 16
As the San Francisco 49ers head into a critical Week 16 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts, the margin for error is slim. With playoff positioning on the line, the 49ers must lean into their identity, execute with discipline, and control the game from start to finish.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 21
Bears stun Packers, take control of NFC North with miraculous comeback
The first of back-to-back Saturdays with NFL games was capped off with one of the games of the year.
Ricky Pearsall News / Athlon Sports / December 20
49ers Announce Ricky Pearsall Development Before Colts Game
Ricky Pearsall played a key role in the San Francisco 49ers' Week 15 win over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday. The 25-year-old wide receiver caught six passes from quarterback Brock Purdy for a game-high 96 yards, helping lead the Niners to a 37-24 victory over the Titans.
San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / December 20
Kyle Shanahan: Brandon Aiyuk has been 'extremely distant' since injury
The San Francisco 49ers placed wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk on the reserve/left squad list last week, raising significant questions about his future in San Francisco.
Christian McCaffrey News / Yardbarker / December 16
Why 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey should be in NFL MVP conversation
McCaffrey should rightfully be in the NFL Most Valuable Player conversation with how reliable he's been for the club.
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