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On YouTubeSan Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 31
49ers add big-play potential in 2026 NFL mock draft
The San Francisco 49ers offense has been firing on all cylinders in recent weeks, led by standout quarterback Brock Purdy. Still, with uncertainty at the wide receiver position, head coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch may look to add some explosive playmakers in the 2026 NFL Draft.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 31
The 49ers must make this change to beat the Seattle Seahawks
The San Francisco 49ers defense should have one goal when it comes to facing the Seattle Seahawks. That is to shut down Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Seattle has some other threats, but it is clear that their offense goes through the star receiver and if you slow him down, you slow down the rest of the offense.
Trent Williams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 31
The silver lining to 49ers’ Trent Williams’ injury with Seahawks showdown looming
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for a showdown with the Seattle Seahawks with the No. 1 seed on the line. But after 49ers offensive lineman Trent Williams sustained a hamstring injury, things looked dire.
The 'Top-50 all-time NFL rushers' quiz
How many of the 50 NFL players with the most career rushing yards can you name in six minutes?
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / December 31
49ers playoff scenarios: What a win or loss vs. Seahawks means for San Francisco
Saturday night's matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks is straightforward at the top: the winner clinches the NFC West title and home-field advantage throughout the NFC playoffs.
The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run
Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.
Josh Allen News / The SportsRush / December 31
From Justin Jefferson to Josh Allen, These 7 NFL Stars Are Eying History in Week 18
Usually, the last week of the NFL regular season doesn’t carry many stakes. Outside of a few key matchups that determine playoff spots and seeding, there often isn’t much to look forward to.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 31
This stat shows why the 49ers will clinch the NFC No. 1 seed
The San Francisco 49ers are one victory away from clinching the No.1 seed in the NFC. They’ll face the Seattle Seahawks in the final game of the season, a matchup that will determine who earns the crucial bye week into the NFC Divisional Playoffs.
John Lynch News / 49ers Webzone / December 31
49ers playoff push: John Lynch says San Francisco is battle-tested
The NFL schedule makers stacked some challenging competition at the end of the San Francisco 49ers' schedule. On Sunday night, the 49ers edged the Chicago Bears at Levi's Stadium in a nail-biter between two NFC contenders.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 31
Lynch shares 49ers injury news on McCaffrey, Williams, Kittle, Juszczyk
San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey did not practice on Tuesday, the team's first on-field session ahead of Saturday night's matchup with the Seattle Seahawks.
Sam Darnold News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 31
The San Francisco 49ers are getting Sam Darnold at the right time
Teams that have started Sam Darnold have gone 27-6 in the past two seasons. However, the Minnesota Vikings saw Darnold start to fade before his worst two games closed out the season and the San Francisco 49ers are hoping to get the same outcome in Week 18 this year. Darnold started the season on fire and was in the running for the MVP.
Kyle Shanahan News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 31
Kyle Shanahan Details the Challenge of Facing This Seahawks Player
The stakes are at an all-time high on Saturday night when the San Francisco 49ers host the Seattle Seahawks. Whoever wins will earn the NFC West division title and the No.
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.
Christian McCaffrey News / Athlon Sports / December 30
Christian McCaffrey Shares Health Update After Missing 49ers Practice
Christian McCaffrey and the San Francisco 49ers will close out their season with a matchup against the Seattle Seahawks on Saturday. However, there’s much more at stake in this divisional rivalry showdown.
San Francisco 49ers News / Field Level Media / December 30
49ers RB Christian McCaffrey, LT Trent Williams miss practice
The San Francisco 49ers practiced Tuesday without two key pieces of their offense, running back Christian McCaffrey and left tackle Trent Williams. They were not mere veterans' rest days.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / December 30
49ers Announce Good News on George Kittle Before Seahawks Game
The San Francisco 49ers did not have the services of George Kittle in their 42-38 win over the Chicago Bears on Sunday. The eight-time Pro Bowler was forced to sit out the Week 16 matchup due to an ankle injury, which he sustained in San Francisco’s 48-27 win over the Indianapolis Colts in Week 15.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / December 30
49ers vs. Seahawks injury report: 4 players miss Tuesday's practice
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 18 contest against the Seattle Seahawks on Saturday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Running back Christian McCaffrey and left tackle Trent Williams typically receive rest days during the first practice of the week, and neither participated on Tuesday.
49ers Release Awful Injury Report For Must-Win Week 18 Game vs. Seahawks
To the surprise of absolutely no one, the San Francisco 49ers will be a bit banged up heading into this weekend's showdown with the Seattle Seahawks. The winner of this Saturday's game between the Seahawks and 49ers will claim the No.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 30
One 49ers Player Whose Stock Drastically Decreased Against Chicago
For as great a win as it was for the San Francisco 49ers over the Chicago Bears, they still have some players who played horribly. Every week, I usually look at a few players on the 49ers whose stock took a hit from their performance in the last game.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 30
49ers' Kyle Shanahan reveals expectations for Brock Purdy in Week 18 showdown vs. Seahawks
The San Francisco 49ers have a lot at stake in Saturday night's regular-season finale against the Seattle Seahawks at Levi's Stadium. The winner will claim the NFC West title and secure the No.
Brandon Aiyuk News / The SportsRush / December 30
EXPLAINED: What Happened to 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk?
The San Francisco 49ers have faced challenges with their wide receiver, Brandon Aiyuk, all season long. Their latest issue involves him going completely rogue and AWOL.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 30
This player's regression is creating a major problem for the 49ers
One of the fun revelations of the season was Ji’Ayir Brown rising back into a starting spot for the San Francisco 49ers. However, the fun story is starting
San Francisco 49ers News / Last Word On Sports / December 30
49ers Pro Bowl Selections Highlight Team-Wide Playoff Push
The San Francisco 49ers depth and star power earned the team six selections to the 2026 Pro Bowl Games, reflecting contributions across the roster fueling another postseason appearance.
Brock Purdy News / LWOSports.com / December 29
The Brock Purdy Phenomenon: Unpacking the 49ers Quarterback’s Recent Surge
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has been on a remarkable tear as of late, defying his “Mr. Irrelevant” draft status to become one of the most efficient and impactful players in the NFL.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 29
Jaquan Brisker assigns blame for Bears' 'SNF' loss to 49ers
49ers QB Brock Purdy ultimately accumulated five total touchdowns (three passing, two rushing) to guide his team to a victory.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 29
49ers' Colton McKivitz sends Brock Purdy warning to NFL after win over Bears
Purdy passed for three touchdowns and rushed for two scores to help his club earn a 42-38 win over the Bears that improved the 49ers to 12-4 on Sunday night.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 29
Ben Johnson: Final play in Bears loss to 49ers 'on me'
The Chicago Bears came up two yards shy of a huge victory over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday evening. Caleb Williams' pass to Jahdae Walker fell incomplete in the end zone, handing the Bears (11-5) a heartbreaking 42-38 loss. Head coach Ben Johnson talked through the final play of the game in his post-game news conference.
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