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On YouTubeSan Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 8
The spotlight will shine bright on one 49ers player in the playoffs
The NFL playoffs are when players write legacies, become household names and change the course of their careers. Not many players have a better chance to do that than Jauan Jennings. Things did not start great for Jennings, who dealt with injuries and only played in six of the first eight games.
Robert Saleh News / 49ers Webzone / January 8
Titans, Falcons request interviews with 49ers' Robert Saleh for head coach openings
The list of teams interested in San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh continues to grow. According to Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer, both the Tennessee Titans and Atlanta Falcons have formally requested interviews with Saleh for their head coaching vacancies, joining the Arizona Cardinals as suitors.
The '2025 leading receiver by team' quiz
How many of the NFL players to lead their team in receiving yards in the 2025-26 NFL season can you name in five minutes?
Robert Saleh News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 8
Falcons Request HC Interview With 49ers DC Robert Saleh
SI.com’s Albert Breer reports the Falcons have requested a HC interview with 49ers DC Robert Saleh. The following is a current list of candidates for
The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run
Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 8
49ers bold predictions for NFC Wild Card Game vs. Eagles
January football rarely comes with surprises. The NFC Wild Card Game between the San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles, though, carries a familiar sense of unfinished business.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 8
Titans Request Three More HC Interviews
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the Titans have requested HC interviews with Packers DC Jeff Hafley, 49ers DC Robert Saleh and Steelers OC Arthur Smith.
San Francisco 49ers News / The SportsRush / January 8
Why Are the 49ers the Most Injured Team in the NFL? Analysts Raise ‘Conspiracy Theory’
In the last 10 years, the San Francisco 49ers have developed an uncanny inability to stay healthy. Season after season, their elite roster has been plagued by soft-tissue injuries and tendon ruptures.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 8
A hidden matchup that could decide Eagles vs. 49ers
If someone told you that the result of the San Francisco 49ers Wild Card matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles would come down to how often Grant Calcaterra and Jason Pinnock play, you would think they were a little bit off.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 7
The 49ers wouldn't have been a playoff team without this coach
On paper, the San Francisco 49ers coaching unit looks stronger than ever ahead of the 2025 playoffs. A change was desperately needed after the disastrous 2024 campaign.
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.
Bucky Brooks News / 49ers Webzone / January 7
Why Bucky Brooks says the Eagles are the best playoff matchup for the 49ers
While many view the Philadelphia Eagles as one of the toughest possible playoff matchups for the San Francisco 49ers, NFL analyst Bucky Brooks sees it differently.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 7
Why the 49ers wouldn't be in the playoffs without this player
If you’d said in January 2026 that the San Francisco 49ers would make the playoffs despite long-term injuries to Brock Purdy, George Kittle, and Ricky Pearsall — plus season-ending losses to Fred Warner, Nick Bosa, and Mykel Williams — no one would have believed it.
Fred Warner News / 49ers Webzone / January 7
49ers LB Fred Warner, wife Sydney welcome baby girl
The Warner family has officially grown. Sydney Warner, the wife of San Francisco 49ers star linebacker Fred Warner, announced that the couple recently welcomed their second child, daughter Bella Nicole Warner.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 7
49ers praise Mac Jones for keeping playoff hopes alive during Purdy's absence
The San Francisco 49ers understand they might not be in their current position without quarterback Mac Jones' contributions this season. When starter Brock Purdy missed time with a turf toe injury, Jones stepped in for eight games and delivered steady production, throwing for 2,151 yards, 13 touchdowns, and six interceptions.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / January 7
49ers vs. Eagles injury report: 5 players miss Wednesday's practice
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Wild Card Round playoff contest against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Kyle Shanahan News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 7
49ers’ Kyle Shanahan shuts down QB signing after ‘lightning strike’ scenario vs. Eagles 3 years ago
Heading into their Wildcard Weekend showdown against the Philadelphia Eagles, fans of the San Francisco 49ers can’t help but think back to the 2023 NFC Championship game, when both Brock Purdy and Josh Johnson suffered injuries that effectively ended their Super Bowl chances on the spot.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 7
49ers' Kyle Shanahan Gives Eagles QB Jalen Hurts Backhanded Praise
SANTA CLARA -- Kyle Shanahan is extremely picky when it comes to quarterbacks. He likes a certain type. I'm talking about the guy who stands in the pocket and beats the defense with his mind more than his arm.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 7
Shanahan shares insight on 49ers signing Kyzir White and potential role vs. Eagles
The San Francisco 49ers' linebacker depth is being tested heading into the opening round of the playoffs—a challenge with the defense needing to contain Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley on Sunday.
San Francisco 49ers News / Field Level Media / January 7
49ers promote LB Eric Kendricks, place Tatum Bethune on IR ahead of playoffs
The San Francisco 49ers signed veteran linebacker Eric Kendricks from the practice squad to the active roster and placed starting linebacker Tatum Bethune (groin) on injured reserve on Wednesday, ending his season ahead of the playoffs.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 7
49ers' fatal flaw that will derail Super Bowl hopes in NFC playoffs
The San Francisco 49ers will begin their Super Bowl aspirations with an NFC Playoffs showdown with the Philadelphia Eagles this weekend. But after the 49ers stumbled against the Seattle Seahawks, there are a lot more questions than answers.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 7
49ers Announce Five Moves For Wild Card Round
The San Francisco 49ers announced they’ve promoted LB Eric Kendricks to the active roster from the practice squad, placed LB Tatum Bethune on injured reserve,
Spencer Burford News / 49ers Webzone / January 7
49ers find Spencer Burford replacement in 2026 NFL mock draft
Mike Renner released his latest 2026 NFL mock draft for CBS Sports, and he has the San Francisco 49ers addressing the interior of the offensive line in the first round.
Texas-Tyler Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 7
Teams Holding Off On Requesting Interviews For HC Candidates On Wildcard Teams
According to Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports, there is an understanding amongst teams looking for a head coach to hold off on requesting interviews for candidates
San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / January 5
49ers LB Tatum Bethune Out For Playoffs; Latest On Fred Warner
The 49ers’ Week 18 loss to the Seahawks prevented them from securing the No. 1 seed in the NFC and a division title. To worsen matters, the 49ers’ banged-up defense took more shots in the regular-season finale.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 4
Seahawks QB Sam Darnold proves doubters wrong by flipping script from last year
Darnold is now a member of the NFC's No. 1 seed after leading the Seattle Seahawks to a road victory over their rival San Francisco 49ers.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 4
Seahawks deliver emphatic statement in taking NFC No. 1 seed
The road to the Super Bowl in the NFC is going through Seattle after the Seattle Seahawks were 13-3 winners against the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday night.
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