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Christian Kirk News / Athlon Sports / October 22
Things Are Looking Good for Christian Kirk To Make His 49ers Debut This Sunday
The injury bug continues to hit the San Francisco 49ers hard for the third season in a row. The latest setback came on Monday during their 23-17 win over the Washington Commanders on Monday when wide receiver Mike Evans exited just before halftime with an Achilles ailment.
George Kittle News / 49ers Webzone / October 22
49ers' George Kittle fired up about one player's potential return
On Thursday, San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan and quarterback Brock Purdy expressed optimism that wide receiver Christian Kirk is trending toward making his 49ers debut.
The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz
How many of the most recent NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards in a game for each team can you name in five minutes?
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / October 22
Kyle Shanahan reveals what sets the unbeaten 49ers apart in 2026
The San Francisco 49ers have overcome a series of injuries to remain unbeaten through six weeks of the 2026 NFL season. They will look to improve to 7-0 on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons before heading into their bye week.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 22
Christian Kirk trending toward 49ers debut, says Kyle Shanahan
The San Francisco 49ers opened wide receiver Christian Kirk's practice window last week but decided he wasn't quite ready to return from injured reserve as he continued recovering from a calf injury.
Nick Bosa News / 49ers Webzone / October 22
Report: 'High level of optimism' 49ers DE Nick Bosa returns in Week 9 vs. Raiders
San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa has missed the last four games with a calf injury. He has not participated in either of the team's first two practices this week as the 49ers prepare for Sunday's road matchup against the Atlanta Falcons.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 22
What the 49ers Can Realistically Afford at the NFL Trade Deadline
In most years, trade proposals are pipe dreams or fan desires. The San Francisco 49ers will likely be active at the trade deadline, but, in addition, similar to Keion White.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Garrett Wilson News / 49ers Webzone / October 22
PFF urges 49ers to pursue trade for Jets WR Garrett Wilson
The San Francisco 49ers are testing their wide receiver depth this season as injuries continue to affect the position. Even starter Mike Evans' availability for Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons remains uncertain as he manages Achilles tendinitis.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 22
49ers' Nick Bosa and Mike Evans absent from Thursday practice
The San Francisco 49ers held their second of three practices this week as they prepare for Sunday's Week 7 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. On Wednesday, 10 players missed practice, including defensive end Nick Bosa and wide receiver Mike Evans.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 22
Steve Young voices concerns about 49ers despite 6-0 start
The San Francisco 49ers seemed to be cruising toward a comfortable win in the first half of Monday night's game against the struggling Washington Commanders.
Tom Brady News / Trade Talk Sports / October 22
Tom Brady Sees Something Special in the 49ers
There’s something about an undefeated football team that makes people start wondering just how far it can go. The San Francisco 49ers are 6–0 after beating Washington 23–17, and Tom Brady isn’t waiting for the perfect moment to give them some credit.
Bijan Robinson News / 49ers Webzone / October 22
49ers' Defensive Weakness Could Be Exposed Against Falcons' Bijan Robinson
The San Francisco 49ers have been one of the NFL's more effective defensive teams this season, but one weakness could create problems against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 7.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / October 22
ESPN proposes 49ers trade for Colts DT—but not the one you think
ESPN's Bill Barnwell has proposed a trade that would send a defensive tackle from the Indianapolis Colts to the San Francisco 49ers. However, it's not the player many fans might expect.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 22
49ers' Mike Evans may be game-time decision vs. Falcons
The 49ers are taking their time regarding Evans' status for the Falcons game.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 22
49ers GM John Lynch Announces Plan for Mike Evans Ahead of Falcons Game
Heading into Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season, the San Francisco 49ers look like the team to beat. A year after an embarrassing playoff exit in the divisional round, the team is 6-0 to begin the new season.
John Lynch News / 49ers Webzone / October 22
49ers' John Lynch explains trade philosophy amid roster injuries
The San Francisco 49ers are frequently linked to potential trades, particularly during an injury-plagued season like 2026. However, several injured players are expected to return later in the year, potentially providing a significant boost to a team that remains undefeated through six games.
John Lynch News / 49ers Webzone / October 22
49ers' John Lynch explains why the pass rush has improved in 2026
The San Francisco 49ers recorded an NFL-low 20 sacks in 2025, six fewer than the next-lowest total, posted by the New York Jets. Defensive end Nick Bosa has not played since Week 2 this season, raising concerns that his absence could similarly affect the 49ers' pass rush.
San Francisco 49ers News / The Forkball / October 22
49ers Receive Positive News Ahead of Week 7
The San Francisco 49ers will take on the Atlanta Falcons in Week 7 of the NFL Season. In their final game before the bye week, the 49ers received positive news, as two valuable players could return to the lineup.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 22
Bold predictions for NFL Week 7: 49ers go down, Malik Nabers goes off
After a brief intermission in our bold predictions series, we're back with three hot takes for NFL Week 7.
San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / October 22
49ers Suddenly Terminate Contract of 25-Year-Old Defender
The San Francisco 49ers have released linebacker Eugene Asante from their practice squad to clear space for the re-signing of defensive lineman Naquan Jones, the team announced.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 22
49ers’ Kyle Shanahan clears air on Brock Purdy yelling incident
The San Francisco 49ers improved to a perfect 6-0 on the season after beating the Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football. Brock Purdy had another brilliant game as he completed 72 percent of his passes for 264 yards with a touchdown to George Kittle.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 20
49ers should inquire for these Colts players immediately
The 49ers should call the Colts to bring in these players before the Nov. 10 trade deadline.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 20
Kyle Shanahan shares encouraging Mike Evans injury update after 49ers' win over Commanders
While the San Francisco 49ers earned a 23-17 home win over the Washington Commanders that improved the 49ers to 6-0 on Monday night, the 49ers suffered a significant scare when wide receiver Mike Evans aggravated a lingering Achilles injury late in the game's second quarter.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 20
Dan Quinn, Jayden Daniels address viral fourth-down moment after Commanders' loss to 49ers
This came eight days after Quinn and Daniels were responsible for a time-management fiasco late in the club's 27-27 Week 5 tie against the rival New York Giants.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 20
Super Bowl favorites before Week 7 include only two of NFL's three unbeatens
Three NFL teams remain unbeaten, but sportsbooks aren't sold on all three of them as Super Bowl contenders.
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