San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 28

SI's bold predictions should fire up 49ers fans ahead of the 2025 season

Sports Illustrated's Conor Orr recently looked beyond the offseason to unveil 100 bold predictions for the 2025 NFL season. Among them are two that should energize San Francisco 49ers fans, especially if they come to fruition.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 28

49ers officially name Ethan Waugh to front office role

The San Francisco 49ers have announced the appointment of Ethan Waugh as personnel executive. News of the expected addition was first reported last week by Aaron Wilson of KPRC2.

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 28

Why the 49ers Prioritized Improving their Run Defense this Offseason

When the 49ers overhauled their defense this offseason, they could have focused on improving their pass rush. Instead, they prioritized run defense. Each of their first five draft picks was an excellent run defender in college.

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Who has the most passing yards in a season for every NFL team?

Have you heard that the NFL is a passing league? It’s true, but obvious at this point. When you look at the list of the most passing yards in a season for every NFL franchise, most of them have come since 2010.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 28

Brandon Aiyuk’s personal coach questions Brock Purdy’s ‘overpay’

The San Francisco 49ers no longer pay Brock Purdy like a seventh rounder. Purdy agreed to a blockbuster five-year, $265 million extension on May 16. He’ll now earn more than $25 million annually while throwing to Brandon Aiyuk and company.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / May 28

49ers make special teams change by releasing punter, signing veteran

The San Francisco 49ers have made a change at the punter position.

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Trent Williams News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 28

Is Trent Williams the 49ers' Best Player Entering 2025?

The San Francisco 49ers cemented their core group of players once they extended Fred Warner. Eight players comprise that group, and in it resides their best player on the team.

Mitch Wishnowsky News / 49ers Webzone / May 28

49ers waive Mitch Wishnowsky, sign veteran punter as part of roster moves

The San Francisco 49ers announced today that they have signed punter Thomas Morstead and linebacker Chazz Surratt to one-year contracts. To make room on the roster, the team waived linebacker DaShaun White and released punter Mitch Wishnowsky.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 28

Report: 49ers Signing Former Jets Linebacker

Boy, the San Francisco 49ers are doing everything to appease defensive coordinator Robert Saleh. According to Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic, the 49ers are signing former New York Jets linebacker Chazz Surratt.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / May 28

Details of Brock Purdy's extension serve to dampen 'overpaid' claims

When the San Francisco 49ers inked quarterback Brock Purdy to a new five-year, $265 million extension, some were quick to proclaim the deal an overpay by the 49ers. Not so fast.

49ers insider blasts critics of QB Brock Purdy after massive contract extension

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San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 28

49ers add 1-time Pro Bowler, Super Bowl champion

The San Francisco 49ers have been busy making moves all offseason, including recently signing quarterback Brock Purdy to a lucrative contract that will keep him around for the long haul.

Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / May 28

Is Brock Purdy a product of the 49ers' system? The flawed logic behind the 'situation QB' label

Evaluations of quarterback Brock Purdy seem to swirl around one particular factor—supporting cast. The argument goes like this: He is surrounded by playmakers, and his head coach is a genius who can scheme success out of anyone, so Purdy can't be all that great.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 28

PFF: 49ers' playoff hopes hinge on Christian McCaffrey's return to form

San Francisco 49ers star running back Christian McCaffrey is eager to move past a frustrating 2024 season. Limited to just four games, McCaffrey began the year on injured reserve with a lingering case of Achilles tendinitis, only to finish the year back on IR due to a knee injury.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 28

NFL.com admits including 49ers among 'most complete teams' was a tough call

NFL.com analyst Eric Edholm recently released his list of the 10 most complete NFL teams heading into the 2025 season. As expected, the reigning Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles topped the rankings, followed by the Baltimore Ravens and Detroit Lions.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 28

Giants RB Cam Skattebo Thought the 49ers Would Draft Him

This is interesting. We know the 49ers were in the market for a running back this offseason -- that's why they drafted Jordan James in Round 5. But it seems they might have considered drafting New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo if he were available when the 49ers picked in Round 4.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 28

Why the 49ers are still favored to win the NFC West in 2025

Despite finishing last in the NFC West with a 6-11 record last season, the San Francisco 49ers enter the 2025 campaign as favorites to win the division.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 28

ESPN's FPI Index Projects 49ers to Win NFC West

Things just might break the 49ers' way this season. They may not have the best roster in the NFC West, but they are the favorite to win the division according to ESPN's FPI Index.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / May 28

If the NFL had an expansion team tomorrow, here's who the 49ers would likely leave unprotected

This is offseason time, so it's the perfect moment for us to make some hypothetical exercises and roster-building discussions. Next week, A to Z Sports will have a series of articles predicting what an NFL expansion franchise would look like—front office, coaching staff, expansion draft, everything.

Fred Warner News / 49ers Webzone / May 28