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Mike Evans News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 18
What Pleases Klay Kubiak the Most About Mike Evans' 49ers Training Camp
The San Francisco 49ers are taking the right approach with wide reciever Mike Evans in training camp. So far, Evans hasn't had as much involvement as he would have liked, but that's due to quad issues he suffered a week ago.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 18
49ers announce roster moves ahead of joint practice with Chargers
The San Francisco 49ers have signed defensive lineman Evan Anderson to a one-year deal. To make room on the roster, the team waived/injured defensive lineman Titus Leo.
The 'NFL Playoffs rushing record' quiz
How many of the 39 NFL players to rush for at least 300 yards in a single NFL playoffs can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / August 18
Jim Harbaugh eager to meet Brock Purdy during 49ers-Chargers joint practice
Quarterback Brock Purdy has plenty of fans within the San Francisco 49ers organization. He also has admirers outside the team, including former 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh, who is now the head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers.
25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps
The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 18
Where PFF ranked the 49ers' defensive line heading into the 2026 season
The lack of consistency along the defensive front had a ripple effect on the San Francisco 49ers' defensive performance last season. The team struggled to pressure opposing quarterbacks and defend the run, finishing with an NFL-low 20 total sacks and a league-low 39.8 run-defense grade from Pro Football Focus (PFF).
Nick Bosa News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 18
Doctors send ominous 49ers’ Nick Bosa warnings that could derail 2026 season
San Francisco 49ers star pass rusher Nick Bosa has been largely sidelined during training camp as he works his way back from a torn ACL that limited him to just three games in 2025.
Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / August 18
Brock Purdy gives 49ers a major reason for optimism in 2026
Much of the San Francisco 49ers' success during the 2026 season will depend on the health and play of Brock Purdy. The quarterback was limited to nine games last season because of a turf toe injury but still threw for 2,167 yards, 20 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions, leading the team to a playoff berth.
Kurtis Rourke News / 49ers Webzone / August 18
Kurtis Rourke Just Made the 49ers' Roster Math a Lot More Interesting
For 26 snaps on Thursday night, Kurtis Rourke looked like exactly what the 49ers hoped they were getting when they used a seventh-round pick on him in 2025.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 18
How the 49ers Will Solve the Starting Left Guard Spot
The panic button needs to be pressed when it comes to the starting left guard spot on the 49ers. No one is pulling away and winning the job. Maybe that will get figured out in the next few weeks, but the 49ers are starting to run out of time.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 18
Rapoport: Offseason Contract Talks Between 49ers & Christian McCaffrey Didn’t Go Anywhere
49ers RB Christian McCaffrey has not practiced for a week with what the team has described as unspecified “tightness.” Speaking on an episode of The Insiders, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport gave an update on McCaffrey’s absence.
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.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 18
Updated 49ers 53-Man Roster Projection After Preseason Week 1
The San Francisco 49ers took on the Tennessee Titans to open the preseason. It wasn’t the prettiest game, and the Titans ended up winning 19-13. The 49ers didn’t play hardly any of their projected starters, but that doesn’t mean we didn’t learn some things.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 18
Update on 49ers TE George Kittle’s 'eye-popping' recovery emerges after comments
While Kittle suffered a torn Achilles tendon back on Jan. 11, he has repeatedly made it known throughout 2026 that his goal has been to be cleared for the 49ers' regular-season opener in September.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 18
One 49ers Rookie Needs Extensive Look in Second Preseason Game
One of the top takeaways from the 49ers’ preseason opener was how the rookies looked. De’Zhaun Stribling was the headlining performer, demonstrating strong pass-catching ability in tough spots.
Christian McCaffrey News / Yardbarker / August 18
NFL insider responds to contract theory about Christian McCaffrey missing 49ers practices
The theory is that McCaffrey is looking for a pay raise after Bijan Robinson of the Atlanta Falcons and Jahmyr Gibbs of the Detroit Lions reset the market for players at the RB position.
Aaron Donald News / Yardbarker / August 18
NFL insider sounds Aaron Donald alarm for Rams regarding Week 1 game vs. 49ers
Donald still hadn't ended his retirement and re-signed with the Rams as of Monday night.
Christian McCaffrey News / Athlon Sports / August 17
Latest Christian McCaffrey Rumor Would Complicate Things for 49ers
Christian McCaffrey had an incredible 2025 season with the San Francisco 49ers. The star running back played in all 17 games for the 49ers and rushed for 1,202 yards and 10 touchdowns.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 17
49ers can beat any NFL team if healthy, says Bucky Brooks
There is no denying that the San Francisco 49ers have one of the NFL's most impressive rosters, with star power that includes Christian McCaffrey, Fred Warner, George Kittle, Nick Bosa, Brock Purdy, Mike Evans, and more.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 17
49ers TE George Kittle's 'eye-popping' recovery progress has Rapoport impressed
There may be some who doubt that San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle will be ready to suit up for Week 1 after suffering a torn Achilles in last season's playoffs.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 17
49ers RB Christian McCaffrey injury conspiracy shut down by Ian Rapoport
Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio made headlines by reporting that several people around the NFL are speculating that San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey's training camp setback could actually be an attempt to gain leverage for a pay increase.
Kurtis Rourke News / Athlon Sports / August 17
Kurtis Rourke Could Be Forcing the 49ers' Hand Ahead of Week 1
The San Francisco 49ers have one of the best quarterback situations in the league. They have Brock Purdy, who has looked like one of the league’s best passers at times.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 17
Three 49ers’ Veterans On the Roster Bubble And Who Might Replace Them
The San Francisco 49ers faced off against the Tennessee Titans in their first preseason game. The Titans came out on top, but the 49ers didn’t play any starters.
Khalil Herbert News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 17
49ers Announced Four Moves, Officially Cut RB Khalil Herbert
The San Francisco 49ers announced four roster moves on Monday, including officially releasing RB Khalil Herbert. The 49ers also cut OL Kion Smith and signed DE Victor Dimukeje.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 17
Christian McCaffrey hold-in theory mirrors tactic that worked on 49ers in recent years
Maybe McCaffrey is hurt. Maybe the San Francisco 49ers are simply being careful with a 30-year-old running back in the middle of August. Or maybe this has nothing to do with tight muscles.
Christian McCaffrey News / Yardbarker / August 17
Contract theory about Christian McCaffrey missing 49ers practices emerges
McCaffrey had been held out of four consecutive practices due to what was referred to as "tightness."
George Kittle News / Larry Brown Sports / August 17
New detail emerges on George Kittle’s injury
George Kittle is holding on to hope that he will be ready to go by Week 1 of the 2026 NFL regular season. The San Francisco 49ers tight end is still working
George Kittle News / Yardbarker / August 16
49ers TE George Kittle provides injury update: 'I don’t think that’d be a very smart idea'
Kittle is still targeting an improbable return for the San Francisco 49ers’ season opener.
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