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49ers Rookie Class 2025: Key Contributors and Outlook

Despite losing numerous standout players to season-ending injuries, the San Francisco 49ers sit at 9–4 through 13 weeks of the 2025 NFL season. The 49ers 2025 rookie class has played a crucial role in keeping the team in playoff contention, stepping up alongside veterans like Christian McCaffrey and Trent Williams.

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2026 mock draft: 49ers target 6-4 receiver with 'massive catch radius'

With speculation growing that the relationship between the San Francisco 49ers and wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk may be nearing its end, early 2026 mock drafts are beginning to focus on potential replacements for the former first-round pick.

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 1

Vikings have two QB options to appease Justin Jefferson, per analyst

The former NFL QB and current ESPN analyst believes the Vikings need to do something to appease their superstar wide receiver.

Vikings part ways with veteran receiver after disappointing reunion

Vikings want to make this J.J. McCarthy, Max Brosmer decision for Commanders game

Seahawks force five turnovers in shutout of Vikings

The most significant worst-to-first NFL teams

The '1,500-receiving-yard NFL seasons' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 1

Playoff picture: 49ers control postseason destiny after Week 13

Most view the San Francisco 49ers' chances of overtaking the Los Angeles Rams or Seattle Seahawks in the race for the NFC West crown as slim. Yet the 49ers enter their bye week with the same number of wins as both division rivals, with just one additional loss separating them.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '1,500-receiving-yard NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the 37 players in NFL history with at least one 1,500-receiving-yard season in their career can you name in five minutes?

The '100 receiving-yards-per-game NFL seasons' quiz

The '14-reception NFL games' quiz

The 'Turkey Leg/Galloping Gobbler winners' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 1

49ers vs. Browns PFF grades: Best and worst from the game, plus snap counts

The San Francisco 49ers improved their record to 9-4 after a 26-8 win against the Cleveland Browns in Week 13. Today, Pro Football Focus released its grades and snap counts from the game.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest receiving performances from one NFL playoff run

The increasingly pass-focused NFL continues to see wide receivers and tight ends play central roles in Super Bowl journeys. Here are the best yardage performances by pass catchers during a single playoffs throughout NFL history.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 1

Why the Bye Week Comes at the Perfect Time for the 49ers’ Playoff Push

The San Francisco 49ers' bye week is officially here. After 13 long, gruelling weeks, the 49ers enter their bye week with a 9–4 record. This could be a blessing in disguise, making December a crucial month for their playoff ambitions.

Brock Purdy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 1

What was 49ers’ Brock Purdy wearing on elbow vs. Browns? QB spills tea on mystery contraption

During the first half of Sunday’s game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Cleveland Browns, Niners quarterback Brock Purdy was shown on the broadcast on the bench wearing something unusual on his right arm.

Ricky Pearsall News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 1

49ers’ Ricky Pearsall reveals what was going through his mind when he got shot

The San Francisco 49ers beat the Cleveland Browns 26-8 on Sunday, moving to 8-4 on the season. Before the game, one of their star wide receivers outlined a harrowing moment from before the 2024 season.

Clelin Ferrell News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 1

How this player became one of the 49ers’ best midseason additions

Clelin Ferrell was one of the best defensive players for the San Francisco 49ers in their 26–8 victory over the Cleveland Browns. The 49ers finished the game with three sacks, and Ferrell accounted for two of them while also recording nine tackles and two quarterback hits.

Brock Purdy News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 30

The best thing Brock Purdy did in the 49ers' win over the Browns

Brock Purdy may not have been at his best, but two key plays propelled the San Francisco 49ers to a 9-4 record heading into the bye week. Purdy isn’t accustomed to performing in challenging weather conditions.

NFL News / Yardbarker

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 1

Browns players sound off on altercation with 49ers' Jennings

Browns players sound off on another altercation with 49ers WR Jauan Jennings

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings continues to grow his reputation among fellow players, and it's not a good one.

49ers gain ground in NFC West after rare road win in Cleveland

Browns HC Kevin Stefanski won't commit to Shedeur Sanders beyond next week

The greatest backup quarterbacks in NFL history

The 'Last debut starter to win by NFL team' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 30

49ers Notebook: Brock Purdy's dance party; Clelin Ferrell keeps stepping up; Skyy Moore delivers again; Dodging the weather

The 49ers cruised into their bye week in style on Sunday with a 26-8 victory over the Cleveland Browns, a win they were clearly happy to get. The game was a potentially dicey one for the 49ers, considering the fact it was a long road trip on a short week against a stingy defense in cold, windy conditions.