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Jacob Cowing News / 49ers Webzone / December 12

49ers reveal why Jacob Cowing hasn't returned yet

It has been nearly a month since San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan told reporters that wide receiver Jacob Cowing was nearing a return. At the time, Shanahan suggested Cowing could be back sometime after the bye week, potentially providing a late-season boost as the 49ers push toward the postseason.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 12

49ers vs. Titans final injury report: McCaffrey, Juszczyk cleared to play

The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 15 contest against the Tennessee Titans on Sunday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Both teams have released their official injury reports, which are provided below.

Christian McCaffrey News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 12

49ers RB Christian McCaffrey expected to play through illness in Week 15

Despite a minor scare, Christian McCaffrey will remain in the San Francisco 49ers’ Week 15 lineup when they face the Tennessee Titans. The star running back missed practice early in the week with his illness, but was a full participant on Friday and is expected to play in Week 15, Cam Inman of the Bay Area News Group reported.

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 12

Several 49ers Will be Missing in Action Against the Titans

The depth of the San Francisco 49ers, especially on defense, is insanely thin. They cannot afford to have a few players or more on that side of the ball out.

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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.

Brock Purdy News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 12

49ers coach pinpoints the largest factors behind Brock Purdy’s mistakes

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has a 4–1 record as a starter this year, despite battling a turf toe injury he suffered at the very start of the season.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 12

George Kittle makes astonishing claim about Christian McCaffrey’s future

Running backs typically have shorter careers than players at other positions, largely due to the heavy physical workload and constant contact their role requires.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 12

Why the 49ers Loved the Timing of Their Bye Week

When the San Francisco 49ers’ schedule was revealed in May, it was highlighted just how favorable it was. However, the downside to their schedule was their Week 14 Bye.

Ricky Pearsall News / 49ers Webzone / December 12

49ers reveal why Ricky Pearsall is struggling since returning from injury

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall has just five catches for 20 yards on nine targets in three games since returning from a PCL injury. Many expected the second-year wideout to be a breakout star in 2025—especially after he opened the season with two 100-yard performances in his first three games.

Kyle Shanahan News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 12

Kyle Shanahan explains why the 49ers suddenly are contenders

The San Francisco 49ers return from their bye week on Sunday to face the Tennessee Titans. The team sits at 9–4 entering its crucial final four games, and a playoff place is within reach if it can build on the three-game winning streak it carried into the bye.

Robert Saleh News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 12

Robert Saleh is Thrilled the 49ers Added This Player

The San Francisco 49ers put up a “help wanted” sign for their pass-rushing unit the moment Nick Bosa was lost for the season. Bryce Huff has been doing a fine job stepping up, but it’s clear he needs a couple of others to help him out.

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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.

Fred Warner News / 49ers Webzone / December 12

Fred Warner teases possible 49ers playoff return: 'Never say never'

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch called the possibility of Fred Warner returning for the playoffs "a stretch," yet emphasized that counting out the All-Pro linebacker would be unwise.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / December 12

How Philip Rivers helped 49ers during Brock Purdy's rookie season

It's no secret that 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan kept in touch with Rivers that season. During a Thursday appearance on San Francisco Bay Area sports radio station KNBR, Shanahan revealed more information about his conversations with Rivers roughly three years ago.

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NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 12

5 49ers who must step up to beat the Titans

The San Francisco 49ers are expected to dominate the Tennessee Titans in Week 15. However, the NFL can be crazy, and upsets happen every week, so the 49ers still need to bring a strong performance to win.

Christian McCaffrey News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 11

49ers’ Christian McCaffrey dealing with illness before Titans game

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey was a limited participant in Thursday’s practice due to an illness, just days before the team’s Week 15 matchup against the Tennessee Titans at Levi’s Stadium.

Robert Saleh News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 11

Robert Saleh admits 49ers were ‘tired’ heading into bye week

Defensive coordinator Robert Saleh had an admission to make about the San Francisco 49ers’ energy levels going into Week 15 of the 2025 NFL season. Saleh is going through his second stint with the 49ers, rejoining the franchise this January.

Brandon Aiyuk News / 49ers Webzone / December 11

49ers teammate on Brandon Aiyuk: 'It doesn't seem like he's coming back'

It appears that Brandon Aiyuk's San Francisco 49ers teammates are coming to terms with the likelihood that the veteran wide receiver won't return this season.

Christian McCaffrey News / Total Apex Sports / December 11

San Francisco 49ers Running Back Christian McCaffrey Limited In Practice On Thursday

If you were anywhere near the Bay Area on Thursday afternoon, you probably heard it: the collective, sharp intake of breath from the entire San Francisco 49ers fanbase.

Yetur Gross-Matos News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 11

49ers Designating DE Yetur Gross-Matos To Return From IR

Matt Maiocco reports the 49ers are designating DE Yetur Gross-Matos to return from injured reserve. Gross-Matos will have 21 days to return to practice and get activated to the 53-man roster or he will revert to injured reserve for the rest of the season.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / December 11