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Underdog San Francisco 49ers 2017 NFL draft pick retires from NFL after improbable seven-year career

San Francisco 49ers WR Trent Taylor is hanging up the cleats after an improbable 7-year NFL career. His retirement announcement came on Instagram, featuring images of a celebration with George Kittle, teammates, friends, and family.

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49ers top 5 most intriguing training camp storylines

Training camp for the San Francisco 49ers is right around the corner. The rookies report next Saturday, July 18, while the veterans come to camp the following Saturday, July 25.

Trent Taylor News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 12

Former NFL WR Trent Taylor Formally Retired

Former NFL WR Trent Taylor announced he has formally retired, per the San Francisco 49ers. Taylor was drafted by the 49ers, spent most of his career with the team and was most recently with the 49ers last year before going on injured reserve in June. Taylor, 32, is a former fifth-round pick of the 49ers back in 2017 out of Louisiana Tech.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 11

Jerry Rice Believes 49ers Are Going To Win the Super Bowl

Will the San Francisco 49ers win the Super Bowl this season? That's the biggest question on everyone's mind. One of the 49ers' biggest legends, Jerry Rice, seems to think this year the three-decade quest for a sixth Super Bowl may finally be over.

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The '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz

In the Super Bowl era (1966 to present) of the NFL, a total of 30 QBs have rushed for 100 yards or more in a regular-season game. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL's 4,500-yard passers' quiz

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NFL News / 49ers Webzone / July 11

49ers limited partner agrees to record $9.6 billion purchase of Seahawks

The Seattle Seahawks are set to have new ownership. A group led by San Francisco 49ers limited partner Vinod Khosla has agreed to purchase the NFC West franchise for a record $9.612 billion, the largest sale price in NFL history.

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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.

Jaden Dugger News / Pro Football Rumors / July 11

49ers LB Jaden Dugger ‘Dark Horse’ For Early Playing Time

The 49ers have seen injuries take a large toll in recent years, so building quality depth across the roster has become a necessity. Some good news has

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 12

Agreement in place to sell Seahawks for NFL record price

The long-anticipated sale of the Seattle Seahawks is finally in the process of going through.

Mike Macdonald addresses supposed help from Tom Brady in Super Bowl

Macdonald expands on mindset about potential Super Bowl repeat

How long will it take for John Harbaugh to turn Giants around?

Deebo Samuel might finally sign with a contender

Terrion Arnold drawing attention from a surprising suitor

J.J. Watt opens up about his special connection to Bengals

Mike Evans News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 11

Jerry Rice Can't Stop Raving About 49ers Signing Mike Evans

On paper, the San Francisco 49ers' signing of Mike Evans could be one of the best-value signings in the NFL this season. Value is determined in many ways.

Trent Taylor News / 49ers Webzone / July 11

Former 49ers WR Trent Taylor announces NFL retirement

Former San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Trent Taylor—a free agent—is calling it a career. His wife shared news of the player's NFL retirement via Instagram.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 11

49ers' Kyle Juszczyk shares encouraging George Kittle injury recovery update

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle continues to make encouraging progress in his recovery from the Achilles injury he suffered during last season's playoffs.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 11

The San Francisco 49ers' Most Important Defensive Lineman Isn't Nick Bosa

Alfred Collins might be the least discussed player from the San Francisco 49ers' 2025 draft. However, he could just as easily be labeled the most important player from that draft.

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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.

Kyle Juszczyk News / 49ers Webzone / July 11

Why Kyle Juszczyk expects 49ers rookies to make an early impact

Three San Francisco 49ers rookies have caught the attention of fullback Kyle Juszczyk this offseason, and that's encouraging news for a team that could rely heavily on its first-year players during the 2026 campaign.

Mykel Williams News / 49ers Webzone / July 11

49ers' Mykel Williams among NFL's second-year players facing the most pressure

For the San Francisco 49ers, the defensive front was once a strength of the team, consistently disrupting opposing quarterbacks and overwhelming offensive lines.

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Trent Williams News / 49ers Webzone / July 11

Where 49ers' Trent Williams landed in ESPN's offensive tackle rankings

San Francisco 49ers left tackle Trent Williams is under contract through the 2027 season and has acknowledged that this will likely be the final deal of his NFL career.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / July 11

Alex Highsmith to the 49ers? Steelers reporter suggests trade proposal

Could the San Francisco 49ers benefit from a trade for Pittsburgh Steelers pass rusher Alex Highsmith? One Steelers reporter believes the idea is worth considering.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 10

49ers training camp: Four draft picks to watch closely this summer

With San Francisco 49ers rookies officially reporting to the SAP Performance Facility on July 18, all eyes will be on the team's newest draft class as first-year players look to prove they can contribute during the 2026 NFL season.

George Kittle News / A to Z Sports / July 10

Rival NFC executive refuses to doubt George Kittle after latest injury, which differs slightly from how another 49ers star was viewed

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is currently battling his way back from another serious injury going into his 10th season with the team, but it’s clear no one is daring to doubt the bounce back season he can have in 2026.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / July 10

San Francisco 49ers 2026 NFL Season Preview

The 2025 49ers were expected to have a reset season. Instead? They returned to the playoffs. The 49ers’ 12-5 campaign, which included a wild-card upset of the Eagles in Philadelphia, came after a cost-cutting roster cleanout that claimed eight starters and lowered expectations.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 9

Mac Jones opens up about Brock Purdy quarterback controversy

The San Francisco 49ers were the subject of one of the NFL's bigger QB debates last season when Brock Purdy was injured and Mac Jones stepped in. What does it mean for this season?

49ers' Mac Jones discusses future, wanting to be NFL's next Sam Darnold

NFL insider repeats claim about trade rumors involving 49ers QB Mac Jones

Brandon Aiyuk makes controversial decision about his career

The '3-passing, 2-rushing TD games' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 9

Aiyuk sends new message to Daniels, interested teams

Brandon Aiyuk sends new message to Jayden Daniels, interested teams

Multiple noteworthy members of the NFL community have voiced concerns about Aiyuk's behavior and about the numerous videos he has posted on social media over the past couple of months.

49ers insider shares more bad news for Brandon Aiyuk

Brandon Aiyuk makes controversial decision about his career

49ers' Mac Jones discusses future, wanting to be NFL's next Sam Darnold

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