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A Smart Buy-Low Free Agent Option for the San Francisco 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers will need to address wide receiver in multiple ways this offseason, particularly if Jauan Jennings departs in free agency. The market is not loaded with elite options, but one intriguing name that stands out is Christian Kirk.

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Daniel Jeremiah Names 2 Edge Rushers 49ers Can Draft With the 27th Pick

The NFL draft is little more than two months away. That is where the San Francisco 49ers will have their best chance at significantly improving their team.

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The Wide Receivers the 49ers Should Target at the NFL Scouting Combine

The San Francisco 49ers are almost certainly going to draft a wide receiver, the question is at what point, what type of wide out, and when will they take one?

Daniel Jeremiah News / 49ers Webzone / February 19

49ers draft buzz: Daniel Jeremiah identifies pass rushers, WR targets for San Francisco

With the 2026 NFL Draft approaching, Daniel Jeremiah offered insight into how the San Francisco 49ers could address two of their most pressing offseason needs: pass rusher and wide receiver.

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The 'TD-catch leaders by NFL team' quiz

How many of the all-time leaders in receiving touchdowns for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 19

3 Edge Rushers the 49ers Should Avoid in Free Agency

By far, the position that underwhelmed the most on the San Francisco 49ers in 2025 was their edge rushers. Without Nick Bosa, no one managed to be relevant.

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Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?

As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 19

49ers to Play Two International Games After Mexico City Announcement

It’s now official: the San Francisco 49ers will play two international games in 2026, one in Australia for the season opener against the Los Angeles Rams and another in Mexico.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 19

4 Wide Receivers the 49ers Should Avoid in Free Agency

The San Francisco 49ers will most likely be in the market for a wide receiver when free agency opens up. Unfortunately, there’s a lot more fool's gold than worthy talent to add.

Jauan Jennings News / A to Z Sports / February 19

ESPN projects landing spot for former Tennessee WR Jauan Jennings that would bring him much closer to Big Orange country

Former Tennessee Vols wide receiver Jauan Jennings has had a heck of a start to his NFL career out on the West Coast with the San Francisco 49ers. The VFL has developed into an important part of the Niners' passing attack over his five seasons in the Bay Area.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 19

Four Free Agent Tight Ends Who Fit the 49ers Too Perfectly

The San Francisco 49ers are going to need to address the tight end. The injury to George Kittle is likely going to extend into the regular season, and while Luke Farrell is on the roster, he did not live up to his contract last season.

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

Will this 49ers running back escape Kyle Shanahan's doghouse?

Isaac Guerendo flashed intriguing upside during his rookie season in 2024. The San Francisco 49ers running back totaled 420 rushing yards and four touchdowns on 84 carries, averaging an impressive 5.0 yards per attempt.

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

49ers add new tight end to offense in 2026 NFL mock draft

Charles Davis released his first 2026 NFL mock draft for NFL.com and has the San Francisco 49ers taking an unexpected route with the No. 27 overall pick.

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The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl

Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 19

49ers’ Christian McCaffrey Ranks Low in PFF's Top 100 Players

Christian McCaffrey’s 2025 season with the San Francisco 49ers was widely regarded as a success. He had 19 total touchdowns, 1,285 rushing yards, and 1,029 receiving yards this season, but more importantly, he played in every game and remained injury-free Winning the Comeback Player of the Year was obvious.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / February 19

49ers Expected To Maintain High Asking Price In Mac Jones Trade

Teams in need of a new quarterback this spring could attempt to go down the trade route. In that event, Mac Jones would be a coveted passer. Jones’ impressive showing with the 49ers in 2025 helped rebuild his value.

George Kittle News / 49ers Webzone / February 19

Where 49ers TE George Kittle landed in PFF's top 101 players of 2025

Pro Football Focus (PFF) continues unveiling its top 101 players from the 2025 NFL season, revealing rankings from No. 21 through No. 101. The top 20 will be announced on Friday.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 19

How many miles 49ers will travel in historic 2026 season

The San Francisco 49ers are entering the offseason prepared to do what it takes to improve their roster. But when the 2026 campaign begins, they’ll have a whole other set of problems to deal with.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 19

49ers Offseason Plans at Running Back hinge on This Player

One of the more intriguing position groups to monitor for the San Francisco 49ers this season is the running back room. On paper, it may not seem like a top priority, but workload concerns and depth questions could force the front office to make a move.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 18

49ers’ George Kittle, Christian McCaffrey catch Team USA Olympic game

The San Francisco 49ers might have seen their NFL season come to an early end, but star playmakers George Kittle and Christian McCaffrey are still finding ways to enjoy the heat of a high-stakes postseason.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / February 20

49ers restore locker room after Seahawks' Super Bowl LX takeover

The San Francisco 49ers locker room at Levi's Stadium looked a little different during Super Bowl LX — and not in a way 49ers players appreciated. Although the Seattle Seahawks were officially designated as the away team, they were assigned the home locker room and even wore their home jerseys.

George Kittle News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 18

George Kittle Sounds Off on 49ers’ Rivalry with the Los Angeles Rams

The rivalry between the San Francisco 49ers and the Los Angeles Rams is one of the league’s longest-standing and most heated. Earlier in the 2025 season, the 49ers defeated the Rams in Los Angeles, winning 26-23 in overtime in what was one of the grittiest and defining wins of their season.

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

One Wide Receiver the 49ers Should Sign if Released

Wide receiver is a glaring position of need for the San Francisco 49ers. Jauan Jennings will most likely sign with another team, Brandon Aiyuk is gone, and Ricky Pearsall is unreliable.

Nick Zakelj News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 18

49ers Re-Sign OL Nick Zakelj

The San Francisco 49ers announced Wednesday that they’ve have re-signed OL Nick Zakelj to a one-year extension for the 2026 season. Zakelj, 26, is a former sixth-round pick of the 49ers back in 2021.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / February 18

NFL executives reportedly expect 49ers to do this with Mac Jones

Jones became the subject of trade rumors as far back as this past fall after he went 5-3 across eight starts when San Francisco QB1 Brock Purdy was sidelined with a toe issue.

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