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NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 2
Why the 49ers Facing the Rams in Week 1 Looks Better in Hindsight
Facing the Los Angeles Rams in Australia to open the regular season is brutal for the San Francisco 49ers. Any opponent would’ve been challenging given
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 2
Expert names 49ers QB Brock Purdy as MVP candidate; Mac Jones trade talk continues
ESPN NFL analyst Seth Walder recently released his way-too-early list of the top 10 candidates for the NFL MVP award, and San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy made the cut.
2 Reasons 49ers Are Best NFC West Team to Handle Myles Garrett
Every team in the NFC West has to hate that the Los Angeles Rams acquired Myles Garrett. They were already an excellent team without him. Now, they have ascended by trading for the best defensive player in the league.
The 'NFL passing-TD champions' quiz
How many of the NFL quarterbacks to lead the league in passing touchdowns for each season since the AFL/NFL merger in 1970 can you name in seven minutes?
Kyle Shanahan News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 2
49ers HC Kyle Shanahan Opens Up About Unorthodox Team-Building Tactic
In recent years, we've received glimpses of how Kyle Shanahan leads the San Francisco 49ers franchise. These little anecdotes are always interesting to hear, considering Shanahan is widely regarded as one of the best play-callers in the league.
The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise
Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.
Dre Greenlaw News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 1
Why 49ers Feel They are Getting the Old Dre Greenlaw Back
The San Francisco 49ers needed Dre Greenlaw last year, and it appears that Greenlaw might have needed the 49ers as well. Greenlaw did not have the best year with the Denver Broncos, and the 49ers shuffled linebackers too much without Greenlaw.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 1
49ers Rookie is Already Solving his Biggest Pre-Draft Concern
The San Francisco 49ers drafted Kaelon Black to immediately push Jordan James for the backup running back job. One of the biggest questions facing Black entering the NFL was how well he would translate in the passing game.
Myles Garrett News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 1
What the 49ers Might Do in Response to Rams Acquiring Myles Garrett
What a brutal way for the San Francisco 49ers to start Week 2 of OTAs. They have to get back to work knowing their matchups with the Los Angeles Rams have increased significantly in difficulty after the Rams acquired star pass rusher Myles Garrett from the Cleveland Browns.
Nick Bosa News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 1
Nick Bosa Confirmed what 49ers Fans Hope to See from Romello Height
The San Francisco 49ers have high hopes for Romello Height down the line, but for year one, they want to keep things simple for him. They want him to be a designated pass rusher.
Brandon Aiyuk News / Total Pro Sports / June 1
Brandon Aiyuk Drops Clear Hint On Which NFL Team He’s Joining Next
San Francisco 49ers star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has starred in trade rumors for two years now. His relationship with the team only worsened since he suffered a season-ending injury after playing seven games in 2024.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 1
49ers named ideal landing spot for three free agents, including two pass rushers
The San Francisco 49ers will face a tougher road through the NFC West in 2026 after the Los Angeles Rams showed they are all-in on their quest for another Super Bowl by acquiring star pass rusher Myles Garrett in a blockbuster trade.
The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft
With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.
Ricky Pearsall News / 49ers Webzone / June 1
49ers' most important position battle features Ricky Pearsall
Left guard is expected to be one of the most closely watched position battles for the San Francisco 49ers during training camp. However, offensive line competitions rarely generate the same level of attention as battles at the skill positions.
Mac Jones News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 1
Why 49ers QB Mac Jones is the Best Backup in the NFL
The future of San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones remains unclear. He enters the second year of his cheap contract, but he likely won't be traded this season.
Dre Greenlaw News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 1
Broncos Officially Pick Up $8.19M Of Cap Room Following Dre Greenlaw Release
Per Parker Gabriel, the Broncos have officially gained $8.19 million in 2026 cap space for the post-June 1st designation used on OLB Dre Greenlaw. Gabriel adds the Broncos will take on $2.17 million in dead cap in 2026 and the remaining $2.17 million in dead cap in 2027.
Brandon Aiyuk News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 1
Some Rival Execs Consider Brandon Aiyuk ‘Untradeable’
The 49ers are likely moving on from WR Brandon Aiyuk this offseason, but they have held off on releasing him just yet to see if they can recoup any compensation in a trade.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 1
49ers' roster overhaul reveals a fascinating trend under John Lynch
I have written in the past about what teams should consider when building a roster. Today, I will examine two trends that have emerged recently in 49erland.
George Kittle News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 1
Why 49ers TE George Kittle Doesn’t Support an 18-Game NFL Season
Sooner or later, the NFL and the San Francisco 49ers will be forced to play an 18-game regular season. The idea of expanding the NFL season to 18 games is far from ideal.
49ers Punter Competition Hits a Bump in the Road
The San Francisco 49ers are expected to have a punter competition this offseason, but right now, that competition has not fully started. The 49ers moved on from Thomas Morstead this offseason.
One Player is Leading the 49ers' Wide Open Punt Return Competition
One of the more interesting battles for San Francisco 49ers fans to watch this offseason will be who ends up returning punts and kicks for the team. The competition will not get solved during OTAs, and Brant Boyer noted that he expects five to seven names to be in the mix.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 31
NFC Notes: John Lynch, Trent McDuffie, Kyle Shanahan, 49ers, Rams, Seahawks
There’s been some speculation about the future 49ers GM John Lynch and HC Kyle Shanahan. During an appearance on The Rich Eisen Show, NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero made it clear that Lynch and Shanahan are going nowhere. “I don’t see a world where John Lynch ever gets fired by the 49ers.
San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / May 31
49ers DE Nick Bosa ‘Pretty Far Along’ In Recovery From Torn ACL
The 49ers overcame a rash of injuries last year to go 12-5 and advance to the divisional round of the playoffs. Defensive end Nick Bosa was among 49ers cornerstones who couldn’t get through 2025 healthy.
Dre Greenlaw News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 31
What 49ers LB Dre Greenlaw Learned While With the Broncos
On his return with the San Francisco 49ers, it wouldn't be surprising if Dre Greenlaw remains with the franchise for the rest of his career. After the 2024 season, Greenlaw left the 49ers for the Denver Broncos after San Francisco failed to re-sign him.
Brandon Aiyuk News / Yardbarker / June 1
49ers get more bad news on 'untradable' Brandon Aiyuk
The 49ers cannot afford for Aiyuk to continue being a distraction in the locker room.
NFL News / Yardbarker / May 29
49ers' Nick Bosa, Kyle Shanahan address Joey Bosa rumors
Throughout the offseason, stories have linked free-agent defensive end Joey Bosa with the San Francisco 49ers. That's understandable, as the 49ers already employ star pass-rusher Nick Bosa.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / May 26
Kyle Shanahan makes worrisome Christian McCaffrey admission
McCaffrey led the team with 413 touches last season.
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