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On YouTubeJohn Lynch News / 49ers Webzone / April 21
49ers draft strategy: John Lynch addresses urgency to fix pass rush
The San Francisco 49ers have long prioritized pressuring opposing quarterbacks, but that identity slipped last season. The defense managed just 20 sacks—the fewest in the NFL by a wide margin—highlighting a clear need entering the 2026 NFL Draft.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 21
Brock Purdy Heaps Praise on the 49ers' Signing of WR Christian Kirk
Brock Purdy is a big fan of the San Francisco 49ers front office’s decision to bring Christian Kirk to the City by the Bay. In free agency, the 49ers added Kirk and Mike Evans, with Brock Purdy believing the latter will also help take his game to another level.
San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / April 21
49ers Have Discussed Brandon Aiyuk In Trades; Team May Retain WR Into Summer
Early in free agency, a 49ers plan to release Brandon Aiyuk surfaced. Five-plus weeks later, the disgruntled former All-Pro remains on the team. Aiyuk, who missed all of last season due to injury, saw the 49ers take the rare step to void future guarantees on his deal due to his rehab approach.
The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz
How many of the QBs with the most passing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 21
49ers could lean toward best-player-available approach in 2026 NFL Draft
Most analysts point to several depth needs for the San Francisco 49ers entering the 2026 NFL Draft. Inside the building, however, the outlook may be different.
First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?
Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 21
One Dream NFL Draft Trade That Could Change the 49ers Overnight
The San Francisco 49ers have several needs to address in the 2026 NFL Draft, but a trade could significantly alter their approach. If the 49ers were able to acquire Kayvon Thibodeaux during draft weekend, it would have a major impact on how they build the roster.
John Lynch News / 49ers Webzone / April 21
49ers draft strategy: Will John Lynch trade up or down in 2026?
San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch held his annual pre-draft press conference on Monday, offering insight into the team's strategy ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, which kicks off on Thursday.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / April 21
49ers' Brock Purdy may have been looking for pay day from new teammate Mike Evans
Players have been willing to pay teammates for jersey numbers in certain situations.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 21
49ers' Brock Purdy and Fred Warner Provide Positive Injury News
The world saw just how badly the San Francisco 49ers were hit by injuries throughout the 2025 NFL season. It became a relentless, revolving-door situation that never truly settled, yet the San Francisco 49ers still managed to reach the divisional round of the playoffs, which was an overachievement all things considered.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / April 21
49ers GM shares encouraging Brandon Aiyuk news
The 49ers are still trying to find Aiyuk a trade suitor. And while that didn't seem feasible weeks ago, it looks like there's some growing interest in his services.
Trent Williams News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 21
The Impact of Trent Williams' Contract on the 49ers' Locker Room
Trent Williams and the San Francisco 49ers have officially resolved their dispute, agreeing to a two-year, $50 million extension through the 2027 NFL season.
2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact
NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.
San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20
49ers GM John Lynch has interesting admission on using AI
The San Francisco 49ers are getting with the times. Niners general manager John Lynch was not afraid to speak on Monday about how heavily his team relies on artificial intelligence to assist him with draft evaluations.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 20
49ers embracing AI in NFL Draft preparation
Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape everyday life, and the San Francisco 49ers are no strangers to using the tool. The team is preparing for the 2026 NFL Draft, and general manager John Lynch confirmed Monday that the organization has incorporated AI into its player evaluation process.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 20
49ers’ Fred Warner can’t stop smiling about Dre Greenlaw reunion
If there is one player from the San Francisco 49ers who is eager to begin training camp, it is linebacker Fred Warner. He is targeting a bounce-back campaign after barely playing last season due to an ankle injury.
Brock Purdy News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 20
49ers' Brock Purdy Gives Positive Update on His Turf Toe Injury
Part of what makes 2025 an incredible year for the San Francisco 49ers is that they won 12 games without their starting quarterback available for half of the season.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 20
49ers CB Jack Jones misfires on Brock Purdy take as stats tell a different story
In a recent article by David Bonilla, new San Francisco 49ers cornerback Jack Jones is quoted as saying that Brock Purdy's job is made easy by the players around him.
San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20
49ers GM drops interesting comment about potential Brandon Aiyuk trade
Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has not played a game in the NFL since October 20, 2024. As such, his time with the San Francisco 49ers appears to be over, although it remains to be seen where he will head next.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 20
How 49ers QB Brock Purdy Thinks Mike Evans Will Help his Game
Kyle Shanahan had to have had the biggest smile on his face when the San Francisco 49ers signed Mike Evans. The way he can use Evans and his presence alone will make the 49ers' offense more balanced, which will make it incredibly easier for Shanahan to call games.
Austen Pleasants News / 49ers Webzone / April 20
49ers sign exclusive-rights free agent Austen Pleasants to one-year tender
The San Francisco 49ers have officially signed offensive lineman Austen Pleasants to the one-year, $1.075 million exclusive-rights free agent tender he was offered in February, according to the NFL transaction wire.
Austen Pleasants News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 20
49ers Officially Re-Sign ERFA Austen Pleasants
The San Francisco 49ers officially re-signed exclusive rights free agent OT Austen Pleasants to a one-year contract for the 2026 season. Exclusive rights contracts are essentially one-year minimum contracts based on the number of accrued seasons a player has.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 20
49ers' Brock Purdy, Fred Warner reveal health updates after injury-plagued season
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy and linebacker Fred Warner both offered encouraging updates on their recoveries Monday as the team reported for the start of its offseason program.
San Francisco 49ers News / The Forkball / April 20
49ers Secure Trent Williams With Two-Year, $50M Extension
The San Francisco 49ers have finalized a crucial piece of offseason business, agreeing to a two-year, $50 million extension with All-Pro left tackle Trent Williams.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / April 20
49ers' Trent Williams and other ageless wonders: The five best players 35 and older in the NFL
San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams and others are proving that age is just a number. The 49ers signed Williams, who turns 38 on July 19, to a two-year, $50M contract extension on Monday.
San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20
49ers and Trent Williams resolve their contract dispute
Trent Williams and the San Francisco 49ers have finally sorted out their lingering contract dispute. The 49ers and Williams reached an agreement on a new two-year contract worth $50 million.
Mike Evans News / Football Analysis / April 20
49ers Pay $60M For Mike Evans After He Missed 12 Games In Two Years
Three years. Sixty million dollars. That’s the headline San Francisco plastered across every sports ticker when they signed Mike Evans in March, the kind of number that makes it sound like the 49ers are serious, locked-in, betting the house.
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