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San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / September 23
The 49ers’ Defensive Line Has Gotten Even Thinner After Their Latest Injury
The San Francisco 49ers just cannot repel the injury bug. It is starting to look like this is the third straight season that will be at least partly defined by injuries to key players.
Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / September 23
Two important 49ers voices highlight what makes Brock Purdy elite
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is turning heads this season with his play on the football field. Even some of his harshest critics are starting to acknowledge that they may have been wrong about the fifth-year signal-caller.
The 'Most 300-yard, 3-TD NFL games' quiz
How many of the 46 NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards and three touchdowns in the same game at least 10 times in their career can you name in six minutes?
Mike Evans News / 49ers Webzone / September 23
49ers vs. Cardinals injury report: Mike Evans among several who did not practice
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 3 contest against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. San Francisco made several roster moves Wednesday, including placing defensive tackle C.J.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
San Francisco 49ers News / EssentiallySports / September 23
'Got Really Lucky': 49ers’ George Kittle Shares Honest Thoughts Over Mike Evans Amid Injury Concerns
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle has plenty of reasons to enjoy the team’s offense right now. After a 27-7 win over the Los Angeles Rams in Australia, San Francisco followed it up by beating the Miami Dolphins 35-13 in its home opener.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 23
49ers WR Brandin Cooks calls joining childhood team 'a dream come true'
Wide receiver Brandin Cooks grew up in Stockton, California, so he's very familiar with his new team, the San Francisco 49ers. In fact, the 49ers were his childhood favorite, making his arrival in San Francisco a surreal moment for the veteran receiver, who is entering his 13th NFL season.
San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / September 23
49ers Acquire 6-Year NFL Veteran Defender Before Week 3
The San Francisco 49ers have turned to a familiar kind of midseason fix, signing veteran defensive tackle Naquan Jones off the Minnesota Vikings practice squad and adding him to the active roster.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 23
Titans HC Robert Saleh reveals 49ers nearly made major decision on Cam Skattebo
Robert Saleh and the 0-2 Tennessee Titans visit Cam Skattebo and the 1-1 New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on Sunday. Saleh was asked about the second-year running back on Wednesday, and the Titans coach took the question back to the 2025 NFL Draft, when he was still running the San Francisco 49ers defense.
Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / September 23
49ers' Kyle Shanahan details decision to sign WR Brandin Cooks, potential role
The San Francisco 49ers officially added veteran wide receiver Brandin Cooks to their practice squad on Wednesday as part of a series of roster moves. Entering his 13th NFL season, Cooks brings experience and depth to the receiving corps, but he'll need to get up to speed with head coach Kyle Shanahan's offense.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
C.J. West News / Pro Football Rumors / September 23
49ers Place DT CJ West On IR
The 49ers have placed defensive tackle CJ West on injured reserve, the team announced. To take West’s roster spot, San Francisco signed D-tackle Naquan Jones off Minnesota’s practice squad, Tom Pelissero of The Ringer reports.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 23
49ers' Kyle Shanahan reveals C.J. West injury details, provides other updates
The San Francisco 49ers unexpectedly placed second-year defensive tackle C.J. West on injured reserve ahead of Wednesday's practice. The move was part of a series of roster transactions, and West joins fellow 2025 draft pick Alfred Collins, also a defensive tackle, on injured reserve.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / September 23
Robert Saleh reveals 49ers planned to draft Cam Skattebo in 2025
The San Francisco 49ers were believed to have significant interest in former Arizona State running back Cam Skattebo heading into the 2025 NFL Draft. On Wednesday, Tennessee Titans head coach Robert Saleh, then the 49ers' defensive coordinator, confirmed how interested San Francisco was.
C.J. West News / 49ers Webzone / September 23
49ers roster moves: DT C.J. West to IR, receiver and two D-linemen added
The San Francisco 49ers have signed defensive lineman Naquan Jones to a one-year deal and signed wide receiver Brandin Cooks and defensive lineman Viliami Fehoko Jr.
Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / September 23
49ers' Brock Purdy makes huge leap in latest NFL QB rankings
Some felt San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy's No. 15 ranking in Nick Shook's first NFL.com quarterback rankings of the 2026 season was disrespectful.
San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / September 23
49ers rookie Gracen Halton is quickly proving San Francisco may have found another mid-round steal after breakout performance
The San Francisco 49ers took DT Gracen Halton in the 4th-round of the 2026 NFL Draft. After injuries have swarmed the team, they have turned to Halton to step up.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / September 23
49ers signing veteran defensive tackle off Vikings practice squad
The San Francisco 49ers are signing veteran defensive tackle Naquan Jones off the Minnesota Vikings' practice squad, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero.
Christian McCaffrey News / 49ers Webzone / September 23
Christian McCaffrey opens up about 49ers' new backfield plan in 2026
San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey had an NFL-high 413 touches last season. That's something the team clearly wanted to address this offseason to keep its veteran starter fresh through a lengthy 17-game season.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / September 23
San Francisco 49ers’ Quarterback Is Making the MVP Case Hard to Ignore
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has given the early MVP discussion more than a statistical hook. Purdy completed 20 of 22 passes for 287 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday’s 35-13 win over the Miami Dolphins, extending a 2-0 start in which the passing game has driven the offense’s most convincing work.
Christian McCaffrey News / 49ers Webzone / September 23
Christian McCaffrey reveals what made the 49ers feel different from the start
Running back Christian McCaffrey immediately knew something was different about the San Francisco 49ers when he arrived via a trade in 2022. That's not a knock on his former team, the Carolina Panthers, where McCaffrey spent his first five-and-a-half NFL seasons.
Christian McCaffrey News / Larry Brown Sports / September 23
Christian McCaffrey joined an elite NFL club in Week 2
The San Francisco 49ers have gotten off to a 2-0 start this season with wins over the Los Angeles Rams and Miami Dolphins, and star running back Christian McCaffrey is off to a hot start.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 23
49ers' Mac Jones could be traded under one condition
With Sam Darnold, Jayden Daniels, Jaxson Dart and Caleb Williams all suffering early season injuries, the importance of having a reliable backup has been on full display again.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 23
49ers insider shares fresh update on trade rumors regarding Colts' DeForest Buckner
Before the San Francisco 49ers improved to 2-0 on their season, multiple individuals who cover the team suggested that the club, which is in need of some help for its defensive front, could eventually embrace a reunion with Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 22
Brandin Cooks lands with new team ahead of hunt for 10,000 career yards
As veteran wide receiver Brandin Cook's has found another opportunity to continue his career, he starts his comeback with a milestone dangling out there as a goal.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 22
Could 49ers sign Tyreek Hill amid slate of WR injuries?
When it rains, it pours for the San Francisco 49ers.
Mike Evans News / Yardbarker / September 21
49ers HC Kyle Shanahan shares telling Mike Evans injury update
They'll still err on the side of caution with the former Tampa Bay Buccaneers star.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 21
49ers' Kyle Shanahan gives blunt answer on Brandon Aiyuk return from injury
The San Francisco 49ers beat the Miami Dolphins 35-13 on Sunday at Levi's Stadium and came out of it with another receiver hurt, as Demarcus Robinson was carted off with what Kyle Shanahan said looked like a high ankle sprain.
Christian McCaffrey News / Yardbarker / September 20
Christian McCaffrey makes rare NFL history in 49ers win
The veteran running back had two rushing touchdowns Sunday and made NFL history in the process.
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