San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Mac Jones News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 8

49ers Not Interested In Trading QB Mac Jones

Dianna Russini reports that the 49ers are not looking to trade QB Mac Jones and prefer to keep him as their backup in 2026. Adam Schefter is also reporting that the team plans to keep Jones as the backup to QB Brock Purdy in 2026.

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / February 8

49ers' Kyle Shanahan delivers humorous but sad response about Seahawks ahead of Super Bowl LX

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is serving as a guest analyst on NBC's pregame coverage of Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, as the Seattle Seahawks prepare to face the New England Patriots.

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 8

This Free Agent Wide Receiver Gives the 49ers What They Lacked in 2025

The San Francisco 49ers are going to want to improve their wide receiver corps this offseason. While the free agent market does not offer many obvious upgrades, one under-the-radar option who could make sense is Tyquan Thornton.

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Some franchises' best efforts have not led to victory parades or even Super Bowl berths. Because of untimely injuries, unfortunate circumstances, or myriad other reasons, many teams' plans throughout NFL history have not produced the desired result.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / February 8

Schefter reiterates 49ers' stance on Mac Jones

ESPN's Adam Schefter reinforced what the San Francisco 49ers have consistently maintained: the team has no intention of trading backup quarterback Mac Jones.

Dee Winters News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 8

How the 49ers Will Decide Whether to Re-Sign Dee Winters

The San Francisco 49ers have several contract-extension decisions to navigate this offseason, and Dee Winters is one of the more debatable cases. Winters is extension eligible, and while the team could try to get ahead of the market and eliminate future free-agency concerns, this is one situation where patience makes more sense.

George Kittle News / 49ers Webzone / February 8

49ers' George Kittle on Super Bowl LX: 'I hope both teams lose'

As Super Bowl LX approaches at Levi's Stadium, emotions are mixed among San Francisco 49ers fans. While many NFL viewers are rooting for the Seattle Seahawks to prevent another New England Patriots dynasty from forming, a large portion of the 49ers fan base is pulling for the Patriots.

Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / February 8

49ers owner sends unmistakable message on Brock Purdy's impact on franchise

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy once again proved his value in 2025, guiding the team to the NFL playoffs despite a roster hit hard by injuries.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

NFL News / Bleacher Report / February 8

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 8

49ers Legends Host Celebrity Pro-Am Golf Tournament in San Francisco

What a showcase for the 49ers and the city of San Francisco. On Friday, Joe Montana and Jerry Rice hosted a celebrity pro-am nine-hole shotgun scramble golf tournament at TPC Harding Park.

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Mac Jones News / 49ers Webzone / February 8

49ers once again linked to veteran QB if Mac Jones is traded

The San Francisco 49ers may not be actively shopping backup quarterback Mac Jones, but that hasn't stopped speculation about what could happen if a strong trade offer emerges.

San Francisco 49ers News / Bleacher Report / February 8

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David Njoku News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 8

Why David Njoku Makes Sense for the San Francisco 49ers in Free Agency

Given the timing and severity of George Kittle’s injury, the San Francisco 49ers will need a plan to replace his production early in the season. Jake Tonges will factor into that plan, but it likely won’t be enough on its own.

San Francisco 49ers News / The SportsRush / February 8

Brock Purdy Backs Drake Maye Ahead of Super Bowl LX, Weighs in on 49ers Substation Theory

Brock Purdy knows better than most what it takes to perform under football’s brightest lights. Having already experienced the pressure of playing on the Super Bowl stage, the San Francisco 49ers quarterback understands how quickly narratives can form around young passers, and how difficult it can be to silence them.