San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Ricky Pearsall News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 30

49ers Bring Deebo Samuel Back to Replace Injured Pearsall

Ricky Pearsall could face season-ending knee surgery, and the Niners acted quickly to replace him, bringing free agent receiver Deebo Samuel back to Santa Clara.

Deebo Samuel News / Field Level Media / July 30

Reports: 49ers bring back WR Deebo Samuel on 1-year, $7 million deal

Deebo Samuel agreed to a one-year deal with the 49ers worth $7 million, reuniting with San Francisco following a season away from the team that drafted him.

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Deebo Samuel News / 49ers Webzone / July 30

49ers reunite with Deebo Samuel on a one-year deal

The San Francisco 49ers are reuniting with wide receiver Deebo Samuel, signing him to a one-year, $7 million deal. The signing comes after wide receiver Ricky Pearsall suffered swelling in his knee, which is related to the PCL injury that limited him last season.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Deebo Samuel News / Pro Football Rumors / July 30

49ers Sign WR Deebo Samuel

Deebo Samuel is returning to San Francisco. The 49ers are set to sign the veteran wide receiver, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. It will be a one-year deal worth up to $7MM for the former 49ers second-round pick.

Deebo Samuel News / Yardbarker / July 30

49ers get much-needed WR help with Deebo Samuel reunion

After one year away and injuries already piling up for the 49ers, the two sides are reuniting with Samuel reportedly returning.

49ers WR Ricky Pearsall's season could be in jeopardy before it even begins

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49ers HC Kyle Shanahan takes responsibility for recent car crash

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Deebo Samuel News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 30

49ers Signing WR Deebo Samuel

The San Francisco 49ers are bringing back a familiar face, as they’re signing WR Deebo Samuel to a one-year, $7 million contract, according to Ian Rapoport.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 30

49ers training camp battle fantasy football managers must have their eye on

As usual, the San Francisco 49ers are dealing with injuries. And this year they don’t want to overuse their star running back. That’s why there is a training camp battle fantasy football managers must watch.

Kyle Shanahan News / Total Pro Sports / July 30

Police Reveal Stunning Reason Kyle Shanahan Wasn’t Charged Despite Being At Fault For Serious Car Crash

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan admitted this week that he caused his July 14 car crash, but Palo Alto police have now revealed why he never received a citation.

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

Renardo Green News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 30

One 49ers Starter is Responding Well to Training Camp Competition

One player who was entering training camp with more on the line than others was veteran Renardo Green. Green is entering his third NFL season with the San Francisco 49ers.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 30

49ers Add Six-Year Veteran to Tight End Room

The San Francisco 49ers' tight end room was one of the weakest positions they had on the roster heading into training camp. So, it is not a huge surprise that it took them a couple of practices to realize they needed more depth.

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Jordan James News / 49ers Webzone / July 30

49ers work out three running backs after Jordan James injury

Second-year San Francisco 49ers running back Jordan James suffered a rib fracture during Monday's training camp practice, potentially dealing a significant blow to his chances of securing the backup role behind Christian McCaffrey for the 2026 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 30

49ers Worked Out Three Running Backs Today

The San Francisco 49ers worked out three running backs on Thursday, including Khalil Herbert, Raheem Blackshear and Owen Wright, per the NFL transaction

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / July 30

49ers WR Ricky Pearsall's season could be in jeopardy before it even begins

The news surrounding San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall is not exactly encouraging as the team's training camp starts to get rolling.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 30

Two former QBs revive 49ers' electrical substation injury talk

Former NFL quarterbacks Derek and David Carr have a theory about why the San Francisco 49ers always seem to find themselves dealing with injuries. And no, it isn't a new theory.

George Kittle News / 49ers Webzone / July 30

49ers TE George Kittle to make acting debut in Dinosaurs of the Wild West series

Is San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle preparing for a career beyond football? Maybe not just yet. The All-Pro tight end remains focused on his recovery from the torn Achilles he suffered during last season's playoffs and his goal of returning for Week 1.

Ricky Pearsall News / 49ers Webzone / July 30

49ers insider: It's reasonable to expect Ricky Pearsall to miss the 2026 season

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall has already missed 14 games through his first two NFL seasons, and now his entire 2026 campaign could be in jeopardy.

Vita Vea News / 49ers Webzone / July 30

Vita Vea to the 49ers? 3 Reasons to Trade for the Star Defensive Tackle

In late July, when NFL teams are now upgrading from shorts and jerseys to padded practices, unless fans want more details on Aaron Rodgers's final season, the quarterback competitions in Minnesota or Atlanta, or how 10 head coaches will fare in their first season with their respective teams, there is not much NFL news to react to.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 30

Top storylines from Day 3 of 49ers Training Camp

The San Francisco 49ers wrapped up their third open practice of training camp on Wednesday. Some good things happened, but there was also some bad news to start off the day.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 30

Nick Bosa Suggests Joey Bosa Might Not Play In 2026

Earlier this offseason, ESPN’s Adam Schefter expressed his belief that free agent DE Joey Bosa has played his final snap in the NFL 49ers DE Nick Bosa also suggested a few months ago that his older brother’s playing days are over, and he again implied the same sentiment recently.

Brock Purdy News / TWSN / July 30

Brock Purdy's Comments Change the Outlook for De'Zhaun Stribling

The San Francisco 49ers surprised plenty of people when they selected De'Zhaun Stribling with the 33rd overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Stribling was commonly viewed as a player who would come off the board later in the draft, making him one of the more scrutinized selections of the second round.

Ricky Pearsall News / Pro Football Rumors / July 29

49ers Have Some ‘Concern’ About WR Ricky Pearsall’s Knee

The 49ers were hoping to see some growth from second-year wide receiver Ricky Pearsall as he took on full-time starting duties in Year 2 in the wake of Deebo Samuel‘s departure and Brandon Aiyuk‘s absence.