San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

San Francisco 49ers' selection of Ricky Pearsall could make life much easier for Christian McCaffrey

One of the big questions following the San Francisco 49ers' selection of Ricky Pearsall in the first round of the NFL Draft surrounded how he would fit into an offense already featuring Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Bark Bets

San Francisco 49ers set to receive a gift for 2025 because of old friend's questionable decision for NFC rival

The San Francisco 49ers have long since done an excellent job of working the compensatory pick system to gain extra ammunition in the draft. They are primed to receive additional picks again in 2025, and will do so in part thanks to help from an old friend.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Wire / 12 hours ago

2025 NFL draft: 49ers only projected to receive 2 compensatory picks

The 49ers have done a nice job the last few years of playing the compensatory pick game in free agency, which allowed them to stock up on additional selections thanks to their free agent departures and additions.

Dominick Puni News / FanNation All 49ers / 9 hours ago

Will the 49ers Have Dominick Puni Compete to Start at Right Guard?

Offensive lineman Dominick Puni is arguably the most fascinating player that the San Francisco 49ers drafted this year. It is because of his versatility.

San Francisco 49ers News / FanNation All 49ers / 9 hours ago

Five Players Who Most Likely Won't Make the 49ers 53-Man Roster

The 49ers' final roster cut-down date is three months away. Here's an early look at five players who likely won't make the 53-man roster.

San Francisco 49ers News / FanNation All 49ers / 9 hours ago

Should the 49ers Have Tried Harder to Draft an Offensive Tackle?

The most common thing to do when creating a mock draft was to have the San Francisco 49ers take an offensive lineman in the first round. It was practically a consensus position pick for them, specifically at offensive tackle.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / 7 hours ago

Malik Mustapha's versatility can help San Francisco 49ers handle potential Dre Greenlaw absence

While the San Francisco 49ers have made a plethora of additions over the course of free agency and the draft, they still have a few roster issues, one of which has been obvious since the Super Bowl.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / 8 hours ago

Terrell Owens reacts to 49ers' handling of Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel

Rumors swirled around the statuses of San Francisco 49ers wide receivers Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel leading up to the 2024 NFL Draft. In the end, both players remained on the roster, and the speculation surrounding the two star players dwindled.

Isaac Guerendo News / FanNation All 49ers / 10 hours ago

Former 49ers GM Scot McCloughan is Not a Fan of RB Isaac Guerendo

The 49ers draft received mixed reviews -- some good, some bad. But there was one pick that analysts almost unanimously disliked -- running back Isaac Guerendo.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / 13 hours ago

Early ESPN 2025 mock draft projects 49ers bolstering defense

Last week, ESPN analyst Jordan Reid unveiled an early look at the 2025 NFL Draft, presenting one of the first mock drafts for next year's event. At first glance, San Francisco 49ers fans might be excited to see their favorite team selecting at the No.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / 2 hours ago

The trait that made Brock Purdy and Brandon Aiyuk one of the best duos down the field last year

Brandon Aiyuk was Purdy’s favorite target last season. For him to make plays, somebody has to throw it. The San Francisco 49ers didn’t throw the ball down the field as often as other teams when you’re arguing based on volume.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / 10 hours ago

Ex-GM: 49ers can avoid breaking the bank on Purdy extension

Ex-GM confident 49ers can avoid breaking the bank on Brock Purdy extension

There’s no question the San Francisco 49ers are reaping the benefits of having quarterback Brock Purdy still on a rookie contract. But it's time for brass to start planning for that deal to expire.

Kirk Cousins reportedly left Vikings because of plan to draft replacement

Watch: Joe Burrow throws at Bengals' offseason workouts in return to field

Texans HC reacts to J.J. Watt's contingent comeback offer

Eagles GM Howie Roseman: The 'zig-zag' man of the NFL

Former Steeler says HC Mike Tomlin is 'on the hot seat'

Insider speculates Titans 'planning to move on' from former first-round WR

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / 13 hours ago

How Terrell Owens plans to help son, Terique, impress 49ers

Terique Owens, the son of Hall of Fame wide receiver Terrell Owens, presents an intriguing prospect for the San Francisco 49ers. Recently signed by the team as an undrafted free agent, the former Missouri State receiver faces an uphill battle to secure a spot on the roster.

Ricky Pearsall News / Niners Nation / 15 hours ago

What’s a successful rookie season look like for Ricky Pearsall?

There’s one name that makes sense based on their production last season It’s been a week since the NFL Draft. Amidst the flurry of grades and evaluations, one pick stood out as particularly controversial.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Wire / 15 hours ago

49ers 2022 draft picks facing make-or-break offseasons

There was a clear path forward for the 49ers with their 2024 draft picks. They were aiming to help their immediate depth while also preparing their roster for some turnover next offseason.

San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / 13 hours ago

San Francisco 49ers Linked To Intriguing Free Agent

The San Francisco 49ers once again look to be the cream of the crop in the NFC. They have made it to the NFC Championship Game in three straight seasons and four out of the last five but have been unable to get over the hump and win the big one.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / 15 hours ago

Insider explains why 49ers failed to make more substantial O-line moves

ESPN reporter Jeremy Fowler identified the selection of wide receiver Ricky Pearsall as the most questionable move of the 2024 NFL Draft, instead expecting the San Francisco 49ers to bolster their offensive line with their first-round pick.

San Francisco 49ers News / FanNation All 49ers / 16 hours ago

The 49ers Draft and the NFC Championship

With the off-season complete, the Niners schedule comes out Thursday, previewing how the battle for the NFC Championship could play out. A final look at the 49ers draft may foreshadow who departs in 2025.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / 16 hours ago

Jeremy Fowler names 49ers pick as biggest head-scratcher of the draft

ESPN's experts recently evaluated the best and most questionable moves of the 2024 NFL Draft. According to reporter Jeremy Fowler, one of the most puzzling decisions was the San Francisco 49ers selecting a wide receiver instead of upgrading their offensive line.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / 17 hours ago

49ers impressively loaded at receiver entering 2024 season

Opposing defenses already faced a daunting challenge against the San Francisco 49ers. Following the 2024 NFL Draft, that challenge intensified. While the team made no significant upgrades to the offensive line—and we'll see if that will impact production—it added more weapons for third-year quarterback Brock Purdy within an already loaded offense.

San Francisco 49ers News / Gridiron Heroics / 18 hours ago