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49ers players react as Fred Warner returns to practice during playoff push

The San Francisco 49ers opened Fred Warner's practice window on Tuesday, a key step toward a potential return by the All-Pro linebacker in the NFC Championship Game.

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49ers Officially Place TE George Kittle On IR, Among Two Roster Moves

The San Francisco 49ers announced they placed TE George Kittle on injured reserve and promoted TE Brayden Willis from the practice squad to the active roster.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 13

49ers roster moves: George Kittle to IR, Fred Warner practice window, TE promoted

The San Francisco 49ers promoted tight end Brayden Willis from the practice squad to the active roster on Tuesday, placing tight end George Kittle on injured reserve to create space.

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The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to throw and rush for at least one touchdown in multiple playoff games can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 13

NFC Notes: Matthew Stafford, Fred Warner, 49ers, Lions, Rams

49ers 49ers LB Fred Warner has been out since Week 6 with a dislocated ankle, and there has been hope that he can return if they make it far enough in the playoffs.

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Who had the most sacks in a season during the NFL's pre-modern era?

Thanks to pro-football-reference.com's addition of unofficial sack totals to players' resumes, more clarity has emerged about the best pass-rushing years from previous eras.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / January 13

49ers Announce George Kittle News on Tuesday

George Kittle and the No. 6 seed San Francisco 49ers kept their 2025 NFL season alive in the wild card round of the playoffs, securing a 23-19 win over Jalen Hurts and the No.

Robert Saleh News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 13

Why it's Becoming Increasingly Likely Robert Saleh Leaves the 49ers

Without question, the best addition the San Francisco 49ers made in the past 12 months was rehiring Robert Saleh as their defensive coordinator. Look at how desolate their defense is without Nick Bosa, Fred Warner, and Mykel Williams.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / January 13

49ers vs. Seahawks injury report: Latest updates from Santa Clara ahead of playoff clash

The San Francisco 49ers did not hold a full practice on Tuesday due to a short week of preparation. Instead, the team conducted a light walk-through as it prepares for Saturday's Divisional Round playoff matchup against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field.

George Kittle News / Gridiron Heroics / January 13

'It’s Tough Man': George Kittle’s Friend Reacts to 49ers Star’s Devastating Injury

Kyle Juszczyk spoke plainly after the San Francisco 49ers’ win over the Philadelphia Eagles, acknowledging the emotional toll of George Kittle’s season‑ending Achilles injury while praising the team’s response.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 13

Three 49ers Miss First Practice of Divisional Playoff Round

Great news for the San Francisco 49ers. Ricky Pearsall will be returning to practice after missing all last week with a PCL sprain. They didn't have him for their last matchup with the Seattle Seahawks, and it was felt.

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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.

NFL News / Gridiron Heroics / January 13

NFL Legend Richard Sherman Offers Honest Review of 49ers-Eagles Game

Former NFL star Richard Sherman delivered a blunt assessment after the San Francisco 49ers’ road playoff win over the Philadelphia Eagles, praising the former’s resilience while calling out the latter’s offensive shortcomings.

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / January 13

49ers injury report: Kyle Shanahan shares key updates ahead of Seahawks playoff game

The biggest news out of Santa Clara on Tuesday was that the San Francisco 49ers are opening star linebacker Fred Warner's practice window this week. However, that was just one of several injury-related updates shared by head coach Kyle Shanahan as the team prepares for its Divisional Round playoff matchup against the Seattle Seahawks.