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The Christian McCaffrey Warning Signs Are Becoming Impossible To Ignore

As the San Francisco 49ersget set to try to get back on track after a below-par 2025 season, they are already experiencing numerous injury issues once again that could hold them back. One key injury that is already happening again that could impact them severely is the one toChristian McCaffrey.

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How the 49ers Could Trade for Vita Vea, Plus Other Potential Moves

After the 49ers first pre-season game, roster holes came into focus. How Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch choose to fill those holes will tell us how serious they are about contending.

Jack Bouwmeester News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 16

Rams Signed P Jack Bouwmeester

Per the transaction wire, the Rams have signed P Jack Bouwmeester. Bouwmeester, 27, is from Australia and attended Michigan State from 2019 to 2021 before transferring to Utah, which he attended until 2024.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 16

49ers TE George Kittle provides injury update: 'I don’t think that’d be a very smart idea'

Kittle is still targeting an improbable return for the San Francisco 49ers’ season opener.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 16

49ers coach shares interesting Mike Evans and De'Zhaun Stribling evaluation

The NFL world was shocked when the San Francisco 49ers were able to lure veteran wide receiver Mike Evans away from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the only team he had played for during his first 12 NFL seasons.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Mike Evans News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 16

The Good and Not So Good from Day 13 of 49ers Camp: Mike Evans Dominates (Finally)

SANTA CLARA -- The 49ers just finished Day 13 of training. Here's who stood out. Had his first dominant day of camp with the 49ers. To be fair, he missed about a week with a quad strain.

Kurtis Rourke News / 49ers Webzone / August 16

49ers coach provides Kurtis Rourke injury update and preseason evaluation

Quarterback Kurtis Rourke played well in his first NFL action, starting in last week's preseason opener against the Tennessee Titans. His playing time was cut short, however, after he suffered a rib injury in the second quarter.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 16

Trent Williams Came Away From Preseason Opener Impressed With One 49ers Rookie

The San Francisco 49ers got their first preseason game out of the way. It wasn't the prettiest game you'll ever see, but there was plenty we could take away from it regardless.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 16

49ers Defensive Coordinator Raheem Morris sees plenty to like in rookie LB Jaden Dugger's preseason debut

There was plenty for the San Francisco 49ers to evaluate in Thursday night's preseason opener against the Tennessee Titans. The 49ers ultimately fell 19-13, but the result wasn't nearly as important as getting some of the team's young players on the field and seeing how they responded to their first taste of NFL action.

Nick Bosa News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 16

Nick Bosa’s 49ers training camp injury update is a great sign

The San Francisco 49ers have been busy at practice this week after recently losing their preseason opener at home against the Tennessee Titans. Veteran pass rusher Nick Bosa didn’t play in that game as he is tending to a knee injury that caused him to miss time at training camp recently.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 16

49ers defensive rookie among new names not practicing Sunday

The San Francisco 49ers kicked off their 13th full practice of training camp on Sunday, the final session before traveling to Southern California for a joint practice with the Los Angeles Chargers.

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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.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 16

49ers rookie Ephesians Prysock earning praise from Raheem Morris

San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Raheem Morris was impressed with rookie cornerback Ephesians Prysock during Thursday night's preseason opener against the Tennessee Titans.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 16

49ers Might Have to Look Outside to Find Starting Left Guard

The San Francisco 49ers are fortunate to have most of their starting spots already accounted for. This is a deep roster filled with veteran talent. However, after one preseason game, it's clear that the left guard spot is a major area of concern.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 16

Kyle Shanahan Explains Why Raheem Morris Was the Right Hire for 49ers

Raheem Morris marks the fifth different defensive coordinator of the Kyle Shanahan era for the San Francisco 49ers. DeMeco Ryans, Steve Wilks, Nick Sorensen and Robert Saleh (across two stints) are the other four defensive coordinators, with Morris making it five different coordinators in as many seasons.

George Kittle News / 49ers Webzone / August 15

49ers' George Kittle provides encouraging update on Achilles recovery

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle continues to inch closer to a return from the Achilles injury he suffered during last season's playoff win over the Philadelphia Eagles.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 14

Buccaneers keep telling teams the same thing about Vita Vea

Vea was a first-round pick, No. 12 overall, by the Buccaneers in 2018 and has been a key part of the team's defense ever since, being named to two Pro Bowl teams.

Baker Mayfield admission may not eliminate Buccaneers' concerns amid contract standoff

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Kurtis Rourke News / Field Level Media / August 14

49ers QB Kurtis Rourke hospitalized for rib injury

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Kurtis Rourke was taken to the hospital after sustaining a rib injury during Thursday night's preseason opener. The second-year signal-caller experienced difficulty breathing after completing 12 of 14 passes for 101 yards in the 19-13 loss to the visiting Tennessee Titans.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 14

Titans' Saleh shares worrisome take about struggles of Ward vs. 49ers

Titans' Robert Saleh shares worrisome take about struggles of Cam Ward vs. 49ers

Following Tennessee's 19-13 win, Saleh shared a worrisome take regarding the play of his QB1.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 13

Three teams that could still trade for Raiders' Maxx Crosby

Even though it appears edge-rusher Maxx Crosby is happy to be back with the Las Vegas Raiders, and they're pumped to have him, it's only for as long as these two parties think it's working.

NFL insider revives rumor linking Raiders' Maxx Crosby with Cowboys

Dan Orlovsky shares strong reaction to Raiders' Fernando Mendoza, Kirk Cousins plan

Why Raiders' Fernando Mendoza sees Las Vegas as a 'boogeyman'

Analyst believes Raiders' QB competition could end unexpectedly

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