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When the 49ers expect Brock Purdy to return from his toe injury

The should get their franchise quarterback soon. While Mac Jones will start his third consecutive game this evening when the 49ers face the Atlanta Falcons, San Francisco expects Purdy to return next week when the 49ers fly to Houston to face the Texans, according to The Athletic's Dianna Russini.

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49ers’ returning rookie could have immediate opportunity to shine in primetime

The 49ers have dealt with more upheaval at the wide receiver position this week, with veteran Marquez Valdes-Scantling released from injured reserve after suffering a calf injury.

George Kittle News / Athlon Sports / October 19

49ers Make Hard TE Decision Before George Kittle’s Return to Action

The 49ers have been decimated by injuries this season. They finally received good news as George Kittle will finally return to the lineup. San Francisco waived another tight end to make room on the roster for Kittle.

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The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time

Many teams have made missteps regarding a separation from a head coach or coordinator. Some have been straight firings, others de facto dismissals described as mutual separations.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 19

Time for the 49ers to Sell? Absolutely Not

The 49ers roster has been decimated by injuries. It was bad before their Week 6 matchup against the Buccaneers, and it became infinitely worse with the loss of Fred Warner.

NFL News / Niners Nation / October 19

3 keys to a 49ers victory over the Falcons: Mac can’t turn the ball over on Sunday

The San Francisco 49ers have a primetime opportunity in Week 7, taking on the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday Night Football at Levi’s Stadium. It’s a big game for the 49ers, who currently stand 4-2 atop the NFC West, but are tied with the Los Angeles Rams and the Seattle Seahawks record-wise.

Jordan Watkins News / 49ers Webzone / October 19

49ers Rookie Jordan Watkins: A New Deep Threat?

As the San Francisco 49ers prepare to face the Atlanta Falcons Sunday in a home primetime battle, the injuries to some notable offensive playmakers continue to be one of the stories in the early season.

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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.

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Brock Purdy News / Sporting News / October 19

Brock Purdy contract: How 49ers QB has failed to live up to massive contract so far in 2025

Brock Purdy is still trying to live up to his new, massive contract with the 49ers.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 18

49ers work out 5 linebackers ahead of Falcons game

The San Francisco 49ers brought in five linebackers for workouts this week, according to the NFL transaction wire, as the team prepares for its Week 7 clash with the Atlanta Falcons at Levi's Stadium.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 19

49ers Worked Out Five Linebackers Saturday

The San Francisco 49ers officially hosted five linebackers for tryouts on Saturday. The full list includes: LB Kam Arnold LB Stone Blanton LB Ben Niemann LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin LB Chandler Wooten Reeves-Maybin, 30, is a former fourth-round pick of the Lions back in 2017.

Marquez Valdes-Scantling News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 18

49ers Release WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling From IR

The San Francisco 49ers officially released veteran WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling from injured reserve on Saturday. Valdes-Scantling, 30, was a fifth-round pick by the Packers out of USF back in 2018.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / October 18

49ers star hit with news he didn't want to hear as the team looks to bounce back from their Week 6 loss

The San Francisco 49ers suffered their second loss of the season in Week 6 vs. the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Their focus now is getting guys back from injury and bouncing back in Week 7 vs.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 18

Three players the 49ers could move at the trade deadline

The 49ers have an identity crisis. They don't know if they're good or bad. And they don't know who's in and who's out. They have a group of youngsters and a few veterans who seem genuinely happy and eager to play football for the 49ers this season.

Trent Williams News / Athlon Sports / October 18

NFL Makes Punishment Decision on 49ers All-Pro OL Trent Williams

The shorthanded San Francisco 49ers were unable to take down another one of the best teams in the NFL during their Week 6 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this past Sunday.

George Kittle News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 18

49ers Announce Seven Moves, Activate TE George Kittle From IR

The 49ers announced seven roster moves on Saturday, most notably, they activated TE George Kittle and DT Kevin Givens off injured reserve. They also promoted DE Trevis Gipson to the 53-man roster, and elevated WR Malik Turner and OL Nick Zakelj from the practice squad.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 18

NFL Insider: 'The 49ers are holding on for dear life, but some help is finally on the way'

Help may be on the way for the San Francisco 49ers. That's what NFL Insider Dianna Russini, of The Athletic, believes. And the 49ers' fanbase hopes she is correct.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 17