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49ers RB Jordan James Can Thank Fred Warner for His Latest Injury

Another year, another 49ers training camp that running back Jordan James will miss time. James suffered fractured ribs on Day 2 of training camp. The injury is extremely odd since the 49ers don’t have pads on.

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49ers have huge plans for Deebo Samuel

The San Francisco 49ers made the surprise decision to sign Deebo Samuel this week, but that does not mean the team does not have huge plans for him. 49ers president John Lynch said Saturday that the Niners had wanted to sign Samuel even before wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was ruled out for the season due to a knee injury.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 1

49ers training camp: Deebo returns, Shanahan addresses team, Stribling misses practice

The San Francisco 49ers held their fifth full training camp practice on Saturday as they continued preparations for the 2026 NFL season. Head coach Kyle Shanahan continues to make progress in his recovery from the concussion he suffered in a July 14 car accident.

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Kyle Shanahan Debuts New Look At 49ers Practice After Car Accident

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is slowly but surely bouncing back from a horrifying offseason accident. Shanahan suffered a concussion, broken ribs and a few other injuries in a car accident on July 14.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Deebo Samuel News / 49ers Webzone / August 1

'Ain't no place like San Fran': 49ers teammate can relate to Deebo Samuel's desire to return

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch revealed that discussions with Deebo Samuel had been ongoing for nearly a month. The team's original plan was to reunite with the veteran wide receiver, complementing Ricky Pearsall to strengthen the passing attack.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 1

49ers Rookie De’Zhaun Stribling Continues to Turn Heads in Camp

One of the players on the San Francisco 49ers to closely monitor entering training camp was rookie wide receiver De’Zhaun Stribling. He was a polarizing draft pick back in April, and that makes him a vastly intriguing player to watch in camp.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 1

49ers Training Camp Day 5: Injuries mount, rough day for some rookies, good day for another rookie, and more quick hits

The San Francisco 49ers wrapped up their fifth training camp practice (second padded) on Saturday, and it was a day filled with both encouraging developments and some concerning injury news.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 1

Deebo Samuel opens up on 49ers return, Mike Evans partnership, and Ricky Pearsall's injury

Deebo Samuel stepped onto the practice field Saturday for the first time since re-signing with the San Francisco 49ers. The dynamic wide receiver was heavily involved during the session, catching passes, carrying the ball, and making plays after the catch.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 1

The Good and Not So Good from Day 5 of 49ers Camp: Deebo Samuel is in Shape

SANTA CLARA -- The 49ers just finished Day 5 of training camp. Here's who stood out. Practiced for the first time with the 49ers in two years, looked slimmer than he has in years, and produced.

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

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49ers WR Ricky Pearsall (knee) to miss season

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall requires right knee surgery and will miss the 2026 season. General manager John Lynch confirmed on Saturday that Pearsall needs a procedure to repair a torn PCL.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 1

49ers to place Ricky Pearsall on season-ending IR

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall has had a tough time finding his footing in the NFL. And it's not getting easier.

49ers get much-needed WR help with Deebo Samuel reunion

Chiefs rookie Cyrus Allen's injury could derail potential 2026 breakout

George Pickens puts Cowboys on notice with new contract talks

Patriots' A.J. Brown wants one adjustment from Drake Maye

DeAndre Hopkins clears up his NFL future

Alfred Collins News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 31

49ers Activate DL Alfred Collins From PUP List

The San Francisco 49ers announced they activated DL Alfred Collins from their Physically Unable to Perform list on Friday. Collins, 24, was a four-star recruit and the second-ranked strongside defensive end in the 2020 recruiting class out of Bastrop, Texas.