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NFL News / Gridiron Heroics / December 23
'Two of the Best in the Game': NFL Reacts to Christian McCaffrey’s Postgame Moment With Jonathan Taylor
Christian McCaffrey and Jonathan Taylor shared a moment on Monday night that resonated far beyond the final score. In a league driven by competition, the respect between two elite running backs became one of the night’s lasting images in an NFL game between the Indianapolis Colts and San Francisco 49ers.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 23
Why the 49ers' defense suddenly is so concerning
The San Francisco 49ers offense was unstoppable against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 16. Brock Purdy was a playmaker, and the run game looked better than ever.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 23
49ers rookie CJ West reflects on first career sack—against Philip Rivers
San Francisco 49ers rookie defensive tackle CJ West tied teammate Alfred Collins for the top Pro Football Focus pass-rush grade of the game, both posting career-high 91.7 marks.
The 'NFL's active 300-yard passers' quiz
How many of the active NFL quarterbacks to throw for at least 300 yards in a game can you name in eight minutes?
Thomas Morstead News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 23
49ers make explosive NFL history that’s leaving Thomas Morstead bored out of his mind
The San Francisco 49ers avoided playoff talk until beating the Colts. And they got a concerning injury situation in that win. But the offense has been rolling, making explosive NFL history that is leaving punter Thomas Morstead bored out of his mind, according to a post on X by Opta STATS.
The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season
All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.
Kyle Juszczyk News / Athlon Sports / December 23
$250,000 Kyle Juszczyk Development Emerges After Colts Game
The San Francisco 49ers are competing for the top seed in the NFC, thanks in part to players like Kyle Juszczyk. The veteran fullback's importance to his team was underscored on Tuesday when he was voted to the 2026 Pro Bowl Games.
Brock Purdy News / Yardbarker / December 23
Brock Purdy is putting 49ers' 'QB controversy' to bed
The San Francisco 49ers' "quarterback controversy" is over.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 23
49ers vs. Colts PFF grades: Best and worst from the game, plus snap counts
The San Francisco 49ers improved their record to 11-4 after a 48-27 win against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 16. Today, Pro Football Focus released its grades and snap counts from the game.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 23
49ers in Week 17 power rankings: Where San Francisco stands after big win vs. Colts
The San Francisco 49ers extended their winning streak to five games on Monday night, defeating the Indianapolis Colts 48-27 on the road. With momentum on their side, the 49ers aim to carry that energy into their final two regular-season games and the playoffs.
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.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / December 23
Brock Purdy Reacts After Facing 44-Year-Old QB Philip Rivers
Brock Purdy had plenty of respect after sharing the field with 44-year-old Philip Rivers on Monday night. The San Francisco quarterback outdueled the veteran in a 48-27 road win over the Indianapolis Colts, but the matchup carried extra meaning for Purdy.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 23
49ers land six selections to the 2026 Pro Bowl Games
The following six San Francisco 49ers players have been selected to the 2026 Pro Bowl Games: LT Trent Williams FB Kyle Juszczyk TE George Kittle RB Christian McCaffrey LS Jon Weeks (special teams) LB Luke Gifford (special teams) Additionally, wide receiver Skyy Moore (special teams) was named a Pro Bowl alternate.
The 'Last 5-TD game by NFL team' quiz
How many of the most recent quarterbacks to throw for at least five touchdowns in a single game for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 23
Brock Purdy’s mom reacts to Trent Williams’ honest message
Mama Purdy may have to invite San Francisco 49ers left tackle Trent Williams for Christmas dinner. Williams had nothing but praise for 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy after the Niners’ 48-27 demolition of the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind.—and it caught the attention of Purdy’s mother, Carrie Purdy.
Jauan Jennings News / A to Z Sports / December 23
Former Tennessee Vols WR Jauan Jennings goes viral for his real life grinch moment during Monday Night Football
Former Tennessee Vols wide receiver Jauan Jennings went viral during the San Francisco 49ers' win over the Indianapolis Colts on Monday Night Football for his real life "grinch" moment.
George Kittle News / Larry Brown Sports / December 23
George Kittle issues honest update on troubling injury
The San Francisco 49ers claimed another victim on Monday, but they were also bitten by the injury bug. Niners star tight end George Kittle hurt his ankle in the third quarter of San Francisco’s Week 17 game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., forcing him to leave the field.
Trent Williams News / 49ers Webzone / December 23
49ers' Trent Williams on NFL future: 'I'm nowhere near done'
San Francisco 49ers left tackle Trent Williams is not contemplating retirement anytime soon. Despite being 37 years old, Williams continues to perform at an elite level and believes he still has plenty of football left in him.
Brock Purdy News / Larry Brown Sports / December 23
Brock Purdy topped himself with amazing Christmas gifts for 49ers fans
Brock Purdy may be angling to become Santa’s backup during the holiday season. The San Francisco 49ers quarterback once again helped organize a Christmas giveaway this month after turning heads with his gift for the 49ers’ offensive line last December.
Eddy Pineiro News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 22
49ers’ Eddy Pineiro redeems pre-halftime doink with textbook field goal
Monday Night Football often delivers drama, and for the San Francisco 49ers, the end of the first half against the Indianapolis Colts brought a collective gasp from the Faithful.
Thomas Morstead News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 22
49ers punter Thomas Morstead hilariously keeping busy after punt-less month of December
The San Francisco 49ers are continuing their strong December run on Monday night, rarely needing their punter while controlling the game against the Indianapolis Colts.
Kyle Shanahan News / Last Word On Sports / December 22
Kyle Shanahan’s Coaching Performance Drives 49ers’ Playoff Push
Kyle Shanahan’s coaching performance this season may be his most impressive yet, adding to his record of three NFC West titles, four postseason appearances, and two Super Bowl trips since becoming the San Francisco 49ers coach in 2017.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 23
'MNF' takeaways: 49ers remain in play for NFC's No. 1 seed with blowout win
The San Francisco 49ers (11-4) kept pace in the NFC playoff picture with a 48-27 win over the Indianapolis Colts (8-7), whose once-bright season has taken a dark turn.
Yetur Gross-Matos News / Pro Football Rumors / December 22
49ers Activate Yetur Gross-Matos From IR
The 49ers’ edge rush group has received a boost in time for tonight’s game. Yetur Gross-Matos has been activated from injured reserve, per a team announcement.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 22
49ers Announce Three Moves For Monday Night
The San Francisco 49ers announced they have activated DE Yetur Gross-Matos from injured reserve. They also elevated CB Eli Apple and LB Eric Kendricks from the practice squad for Monday night’s game against the Colts. Gross-Matos, 27, is a former second-round pick of the Panthers back in 2020.
San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / December 20
Kyle Shanahan: Brandon Aiyuk has been 'extremely distant' since injury
The San Francisco 49ers placed wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk on the reserve/left squad list last week, raising significant questions about his future in San Francisco.
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