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San Francisco 49ers News / Stadium Rant / July 16
49ers Depth Chart 2026: Projected Starters, Full Roster, Position Battles And Training Camp Updates
Last Updated: July 16, 2026 (This projected 49ers depth chart will be updated throughout training camp as injuries, roster moves and preseason performances reshape the starting lineup.) The San Francisco 49ers still have one of the NFL’s most talented rosters, but they enter training camp with more unanswered questions than they’ve faced in years.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 16
One Overlooked Issue That Can Limit the 49ers’ Defense
It’s no secret that the biggest issue on defense for the San Francisco 49ers is at safety. They barely did anything this offseason to improve it, which means their only option is to hope that at least one player steps up.
Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / July 16
Former 49ers safety makes bold prediction about Kyle Shanahan's offense in 2026
The San Francisco 49ers made a major effort this offseason to improve their wide receiver room. The biggest addition was veteran Mike Evans, who gives quarterback Brock Purdy a reliable boundary and red-zone target unlike any receiver he has had during his NFL career.
The 'Rushing TD leaders by NFL team' quiz
How many of the career leaders in rushing touchdowns for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Christian McCaffrey News / 49ers Webzone / July 16
49ers' Christian McCaffrey wins Best Comeback Athlete at the 2026 ESPYS
San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey was honored as the Best Comeback Athlete on Wednesday night at the 2026 ESPYS in New York. McCaffrey earned the award over golfer Anthony Kim, Angel City FC defender Savy King, and Texas A&M volleyball standout Kyndal Stowers.
The top beneficiaries from the 2026 NFL offseason
NFL teams annually make moves late in the summer, but rosters are mostly set after free agency and the draft. Here are the players who benefited from this year's offseason carousel.
Christian McCaffrey News / 49ers Webzone / July 16
49ers rookie prediction highlights concerns about key offensive weapon
San Francisco 49ers star running back Christian McCaffrey is coming off an NFL Comeback Player of the Year campaign. In 2025, he totaled an impressive 2,126 scrimmage yards and 17 touchdowns, reestablishing himself as one of the NFL's most dynamic offensive weapons.
NFL News / Yardbarker / July 16
Seahawks' Mike Macdonald names rival as best head coach in NFL
Macdonald is quite familiar with this team as the NFC West rivals most recently faced off against each other twice during the 2025 regular season and again in the playoffs.
Brock Purdy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 16
ESPN’s Brock Purdy trade valuation proves 49ers QB is still underrated
The San Francisco 49ers are less than two months from kicking off their 2026 NFL season against the Los Angeles Rams. The 49ers are looking to build off the success of last year, when they made it to the second round of the NFL playoffs after upsetting the Philadelphia Eagles on the road in the Wild Card round.
Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / July 16
49ers' Kyle Shanahan receives praise from NFC West rival coach
The San Francisco 49ers opened last season with a 17-13 victory over the Seattle Seahawks in Week 1. The NFC West rivals didn't meet again until the regular-season finale, when first place in the division and home-field advantage were on the line.
Christian McCaffrey News / Athlon Sports / July 16
49ers RB Christian McCaffrey Reacts to Retirement Announcement
Will Grier made headlines after announcing his retirement via an Instagram post. He received well wishes from fans and some NFL players, including San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 16
49ers player under most pressure entering 2026 NFL season
The San Francisco 49ers have reached the stage where a Super Bowl win is really the only acceptable outcome. John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan have assembled one of the NFL’s deepest and most talented rosters.
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.
San Francisco 49ers News / DailyClubGolf / July 16
49ers legend Jerry Rice filmed chasing heckler at Tahoe celebrity golf tournament
Jerry Rice is 63 years old. He hasn’t played in the NFL for over two decades, and at this year’s American Century Championship in South Lake Tahoe, he still ran down a heckler mid-round.
Devonta Smith News / Yardbarker / July 16
Why Louis Riddick believes DeVonta Smith will 'thrive' as Eagles' WR1
The Philadelphia Eagles were one of the biggest disappointments in the NFL in 2025 following their Super Bowl LIX win.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 15
Ranking the 49ers Position Groups Ahead of Training Camp
Despite the seemingly never-ending Brandon Aiyuk saga, the San Francisco 49ers have had a productive offseason, addressing several positional weaknesses and reshaping key areas of the roster.
Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / July 15
Former teammate says best is yet to come for 49ers QB Brock Purdy
The debate surrounding San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy continues, even a year after he became one of the NFL's highest-paid players. Despite his accomplishments, questions persist about where Purdy belongs among the league's elite quarterbacks.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 15
49ers' biggest roster hole entering training camp identified by CBS Sports
The San Francisco 49ers made sweeping changes to their roster this offseason. While the additions of wide receivers Mike Evans and Christian Kirk generated most of the headlines, the team also focused on strengthening its defense.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 15
49ers' QB situation ranked best in the NFL
The San Francisco 49ers proved last season why they may have the NFL's best quarterback situation. When starter Brock Purdy missed time with a turf toe injury, veteran backup Mac Jones stepped in and kept the offense on track with consistently strong play.
George Kittle News / Pro Football Rumors / July 15
49ers TE George Kittle Ahead Of Schedule, Could Return Week 1
When George Kittle tore his Achilles in January, he was expected to miss the first two months of the regular season. But the star tight end has attacked his rehab with zeal, putting him ahead of schedule and putting a Week 1 return firmly in play, according to Vic Tafur of The Athletic.
Mike Macdonald News / Yardbarker / July 15
Mike Macdonald sends message to Seahawks about dealing with stacked NFC West
The Seahawks are defending Super Bowl champions, but the division rival Rams and 49ers made significant additions this offseason.
NFL News / Yardbarker / July 16
Adam Schefter has more bad news for Brandon Aiyuk amid latest Commanders reports
Aiyuk has raised eyebrows and sparked concerns among members of the football community due to curious comments he has made in videos shared via social media over the past few months.
San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / July 14
Multiple 49ers DL Expected To Return For Training Camp
The 49ers were ravaged with injuries last year, particularly on defense, but several key players are on track to return early in, if not at the beginning of, training camp later this month.
Fred Warner News / Pro Football Rumors / July 13
49ers LB Fred Warner Fully Healthy
Optimism remains high with respect to the 49ers’ defense being much healthier to begin this season than it was at the end of the 2025 campaign. That includes the anticipated return of Fred Warner.
Mac Jones News / Yardbarker / July 9
NFL insider repeats claim about trade rumors involving 49ers QB Mac Jones
Jones went 5-3 as the 49ers' temporary starter last season when first-choice QB1 Brock Purdy missed games due to a toe injury.
Mac Jones News / Yardbarker / July 8
49ers' Mac Jones discusses future, wanting to be NFL's next Sam Darnold
Jones discussed an offseason of rumors and his desire to get a chance to start again.
Brandon Aiyuk News / Yardbarker / July 8
Brandon Aiyuk makes controversial decision about his career
Aiyuk is continuing his standoff with the 49ers.
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