It seems like as recently as two or three weeks ago, people across the nation were continuing to claim that San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy was nothing more than a system quarterback, that he was merely propped up by the talent around him and head coach Kyle Shanahan and that he was objectively just average.
The San Francisco 49ers have been an absolute machine so far in 2026. The Niners opened their season with a dominant win over the Los Angeles Rams before running all over both the Miami Dolphins and Arizona Cardinals to earn a spot as one of just five teams in the league to sit at 3-0 on the season.
The San Francisco 49ers have a tough decision to make at edge rusher now that Nick Bosa is out for the next couple of weeks. San Francisco is getting Mykel Williams back, and they added veteran Matthew Judon, so some reinforcements are coming. Still, this duo combined for one sack last year.
The San Francisco 49ers were criticized this past offseason for not doing enough to improve what many fans viewed as an underwhelming offensive line. The unit allowed 27 sacks last season, with only four NFL teams surrendering fewer.
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 4 contest against the Denver Broncos on Sunday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. All eyes are on Mike Evans this week after the wide receiver suffered a rib injury in the 49ers' Week 3 win over the Arizona Cardinals.
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.
Brock Purdy isn't known for his rushing ability. Through three games of the 2026 season, however, Purdy has shown that his legs can be more than a last resort when a play breaks down.
The San Francisco 49ers could soon receive another boost to their defensive front after opening the practice window for defensive lineman Mykel Williams ahead of their Week 4 matchup against the Denver Broncos.
If there is a wide receiver available for a trade in the next few weeks, the San Francisco 49ers are likely to be connected to them. So, it is not a surprise
This isn't normal for most NFL teams, but when it comes to the San Francisco 49ers, it's the standard. Eight players missed Week 4's first practice against the Denver Broncos.
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke to reporters ahead of Wednesday's practice, the team's first of the week as it prepares for its Week 4 matchup against the Denver Broncos.
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.
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has been named one of the FedEx Air & Ground NFL Players of the Week after another impressive Week 3 performance.
The San Francisco 49ers have been tied to a wide receiver and defensive tackle in trade talks due to injuries at the positions. However, an underrated position the team should look to acquire is tight end.
The San Francisco 49ers have officially announced the signing of wide receiver Dante Pettis to their practice squad. NFL insider Jordan Schultz first reported the move on Tuesday.
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy entered Nick Shook's Week 1 quarterback rankings for NFL.com at No. 15. Three weeks later, Purdy has climbed all the way to the No.
For the third straight week, oddsmakers favor the San Francisco 49ers to win. The 49ers will host the Denver Broncos on Sunday, October 4, at 1:25 p.m.
Before this NFL season started, not everyone expected the San Francisco 49ers to make the playoffs. There were also very few people who felt the 49ers would be Super Bowl contenders, especially given the team’s lack of firepower at the wide receiver and edge rusher positions.
San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk has gone by “Juice” for years, and the nickname is stitched right onto his pads. That made the NFL’s decision to fine him $14,926 for mimicking a drink during San Francisco’s 35-13 win over the Miami Dolphins on September 20 feel strange to anyone who has watched him play.
One player who deserves their flowers in the San Francisco 49ers’ win over the Arizona Cardinals is wide receiver Jordan Watkins. Last week, he approached Kyle Shanahan to see what he could do to get on the field.
The San Francisco 49ers will face the Denver Broncos in the final of three straight games at Levi's Stadium. This matchup marks the 17th meeting all-time between the two teams and the first time the Broncos have traveled to Levi's Stadium since the 2018 season.
Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals was, thankfully, a win, placing the 3-0 San Francisco 49ers atop the NFC West. Some called it a "thrilling" game.
The San Francisco 49ers are turning to a familiar face as injuries continue to thin out their wide receiver room. San Francisco signed veteran wide receiver Dante Pettis to its practice squad Wednesday, bringing back the former second-round pick after more than five years away from the organization.
An offseason rule change adjusted the timelines for players on the reserve/PUP list. They are now eligible to practice after two missed games, as opposed to the four-game wait previously in place.
The San Francisco 49ers continue to add to a lengthy list of injuries, and they have now added a veteran piece to their defense. On Monday, the 49ers agreed to sign veteran defensive end Matthew Judon to the practice squad with a chance for him to be elevated soon to the active roster.
Recent player punishments are as ridiculous as they are hypocritical, and they're also a reminder of the league's reputation of being a place where no fun is allowed.