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49ers vs. Falcons injury report: Kittle practices; Purdy, Jones limited; Pearsall still sidelined

The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 7 contest against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The 49ers received a significant boost on Wednesday as star tight end George Kittle returned to practice as a limited participant.

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Buccaneers expected to be without important offensive players in Week 7

Without injuries factored in, Monday night’s Buccaneers-Lions matchup would reside as one of the league’s top games during the first half the season. Tampa Bay is 5-1 despite a slew of maladies on offense, while Detroit is 4-2 amid more injury trouble on the defensive side.

Brock Purdy News / ESPN / October 15

49ers QB Purdy (toe) limited in return to practice

49ers quarterback Brock Purdy returned to practice Wednesday, his first since aggravating a toe injury during a Week 4 matchup against the Jaguars.

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Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / October 15

Transcript: Kyle Shanahan previews 49ers-Falcons Week 7 matchup

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan addressed reporters ahead of Wednesday's practice as the team gears up for its Week 7 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

Bijan Robinson has a simple message for Texas QB Manning

Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

San Francisco 49ers News / Field Level Media / October 15

49ers QB Brock Purdy, TE George Kittle return as limited practice participants

San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said quarterback Brock Purdy and tight end George Kittle will return to practice on Wednesday as limited participants.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 15

Six San Francisco 49ers Trade Targets After Losing Bosa, Warner

The San Francisco 49ers have been one of the most successful teams in the NFL in recent years. Since head coach Kyle Shanahan took over in 2017, they have appeared in four conference Championships and made it to two Super Bowls, but something has always kept them from getting over the hump and winning the big one.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 15

49ers show confidence in Tatum Bethune to replace Fred Warner

The San Francisco 49ers are turning to Tatum Bethune to anchor their defense after star linebacker Fred Warner suffered a dislocated and fractured right ankle in Sunday's loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, ending his season.

Christian McCaffrey News / A to Z Sports / October 15

NFL insider believes the 49ers may surprise their own fans and make deadline deal to help out Christian McCaffrey

The trade deadline always stirs the pot around the NFL. For the San Francisco 49ers, injuries have shaken up their roster on a weekly basis, and many people believe they'll look to improve their secondary or defensive line with a deal or two before the deadline.

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The 25 best single-game rushing performances in NFL playoff history

To go with Yardbarker's offerings on the best playoff passing and receiving performances, here are the top rushing games in NFL postseason history.

George Kittle News / 49ers Webzone / October 15

49ers updates: George Kittle returns, but there's still a long list of injuries

The San Francisco 49ers are welcoming back tight end George Kittle to the practice field on Wednesday. He remains on injured reserve while recovering from a hamstring injury, but there's optimism he could suit up for Sunday night's game against the Atlanta Falcons.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 15

49ers' Stance on Trading For $29 Million All-Pro Revealed

Through the first six weeks of the NFL season, the San Francisco 49ers have gotten off to a strong 4-2 start despite being plagued by injuries. Quarterback

Jason Pinnock News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 15

Why the 49ers Benched Jason Pinnock for Ji’Ayir Brown

Veteran safety Jason Pinnock had been the starter for the San Francisco 49ers through the first five weeks of the season. However, he was benched in favor of Ji’Ayir Brown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Fred Warner News / 49ers Webzone / October 15

Fred Warner's wife shares positive update after 49ers linebacker's surgery

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner underwent surgery on Tuesday after dislocating and fracturing his right ankle during Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / October 15

San Francisco 49ers find Nick Bosa pass rush help, and a new weapon for Brock Purdy highlights latest 7-round 2026 NFL mock draft

The San Francisco 49ers are in a very interesting place as a program. Head coach Kyle Shanahan is one of the very best in the NFL, and when this team is healthy, they can beat anyone in the league.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 15

Two free agent flops for the San Francisco 49ers in 2025

The San Francisco 49ers were not going to be major spenders in free agency this offseason, but that meant that where they spent their money had to be mindful.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / October 15

The 49ers should explore whether they can have their cake and eat it too at the trade deadline amid strong start and mounting injuries

The San Francisco 49ers are in a fascinating intersection for their 2025 season. Sitting at 4-2, the 49ers should be considered viable contenders in a crowded NFC.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 15

What Fred Warner told 49ers teammates after season-ending injury

What Fred Warner told 49ers teammates after suffering season-ending injury

Warner went down with a dislocated and broken ankle in this past Sunday's 30-19 loss at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers that dropped the 49ers to 4-2 on the season.

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Andre Dillard News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 14

49ers Tried Out Four Including OT Andre Dillard

The San Francisco 49ers hosted four free agents for workouts on Tuesday including three defensive backs and an offensive tackle. The full list includes: CB Shemar Bartholomew CB Isaiah Bolden OT Andre Dillard CB Tre Hawkins Dillard, 29, was drafted by the Eagles in the first round out of Washington State in 2019.

Drake Jackson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 14

Commanders Signing DE Drake Jackson To Active Roster

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Commanders are signing DE Drake Jackson to their 53-man roster. Jackson worked out for multiple teams before signing with Washington.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 13