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San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 18
Drew Brees Says Brock Purdy’s College Career Set Him up for NFL Success
After taking over as the San Francisco 49ers’ starting quarterback in Week 13 of the 2022 season, Brock Purdy quickly became a star quarterback and made the Pro Bowl during his first full season as a starter.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 18
5 Matchups 49ers Must Win Against Commanders
When the San Francisco 49ers take on the Washington Commanders in Week 6, they will have plenty of matchups in their favor. What are the matchups they have to win to avoid the upset? The 49ers' run defense is great from an expected points perspective, but they struggle down by down to create negative plays.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 18
Kyle Shanahan Compares Brock Purdy to Former NFL MVP Ahead of 49ers Game
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan sees a familiar quality in Brock Purdy, comparing the quarterback’s command of the offense to former NFL MVP Matt Ryan ahead of Monday night’s game against Washington.
The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz
How many of the quarterbacks who have thrown the second-most touchdowns for each NFL team can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / EssentiallySports / October 18
Former Rookie Rejected Steelers’ Approach to Stay on Practice Squad With 49ers
For an undrafted rookie trying to establish himself in the NFL, an opportunity to join another team’s active roster can be difficult to turn down. Sebastian Valdez faced precisely that decision during his first season with the San Francisco 49ers, when the Pittsburgh Steelers offered him a route away from the practice squad.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 18
Robert Griffin III Names NFL 'MVP Right Now' Without Hesitation
The San Francisco 49ers have won five straight games to start the season, with quarterback Brock Purdy impressing fans and experts alike with his consistent performance.
Raheem Morris News / Athlon Sports / October 18
Raheem Morris Sounds Like He May Want To Stay on as the 49ers’ Defensive Coordinator
During the previous two seasons, even though they went 12-5 last season, the San Francisco 49ers’ defense, overall, was lackluster. In particular, their defense against the run game has left much to be desired.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 17
49ers Give Injury Updates on Nick Bosa and Other Key Players for Week 6
The San Francisco 49ers will be looking to stay undefeated when they host the Washington Commanders on Monday, Oct. 19. But the injury bug has been relentless for them, and they will continue to be without several key players.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 17
5 Biggest Questions Facing 49ers Ahead of Week 6
As the San Francisco 49ers get ready for a chance to go 6-0, what are some of the biggest questions on the roster entering their Week 6 matchup with the Washington Commanders. The 49ers receiver room has been getting thin, and the team is going to be without Deebo Samuel in Week 6, making the group even thinner.
Brock Purdy News / Total Pro Sports / October 17
Former NFL Executive Amy Trask Reveals She’s Receiving Disturbing Threats Over Brock Purdy Comments
Brock Purdy’s strong start to the 2026 NFL season has put some old criticism back under the microscope. The San Francisco 49ers quarterback has thrown 13 touchdowns through five games, helping his team to a blazing 5-0 start to 2026.
Nick Bosa News / Athlon Sports / October 17
49ers Announce Reason for Nick Bosa Decision After 3 Missed Games
The San Francisco 49ers’ entire roster has been banged up by injuries all season long. It has not hindered head coach Kyle Shanahan’s group though, as they are entering Week 6 as one of the NFL’s last undefeated teams.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 17
49ers' Kyle Shanahan, Trent Williams put Washington history behind them
It's been years since San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan and offensive tackle Trent Williams were with Washington. Despite some difficult memories from their time with the organization, neither appears to harbor any lingering resentment toward the team now known as the Commanders.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 17
49ers' Kyle Shanahan agrees Raheem Morris' defense has helped Brock Purdy
On Friday, San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak said he believes quarterback Brock Purdy has benefited from facing defensive coordinator Raheem Morris' defense in practice this season.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 17
49ers injury news: Kyle Shanahan shares latest on Kyle Juszczyk, Nick Bosa, others
The San Francisco 49ers have ruled out four players for Monday night's matchup against the Washington Commanders, including defensive end Nick Bosa. Head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke to reporters after Saturday's practice, providing updates on several players ahead of the Week 6 matchup.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 17
49ers vs. Commanders final injury report: Nick Bosa ruled out, Kyle Juszczyk set to return
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 6 contest against the Washington Commanders on Monday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
Malik Mustapha News / 49ers Webzone / October 17
49ers' Malik Mustapha fined for unnecessary roughness against Seahawks
According to NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco, the NFL has fined San Francisco 49ers safety Malik Mustapha $6,998 for unnecessary roughness stemming from a hit on a Seattle Seahawks player during the team's Week 5 victory.
Nick Bosa News / 49ers Webzone / October 17
49ers injury updates: Nick Bosa misses final practice before Commanders game
It's becoming increasingly unlikely that San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa will return to the lineup Monday night against the Washington Commanders.
Corliss Waitman News / 49ers Webzone / October 17
49ers' Corliss Waitman is Proving His Value Beyond the Numbers
The San Francisco 49ers haven't needed to punt very often this season. When they have, Corliss Waitman has consistently helped them win the field-position battle.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 17
How 49ers' Raheem Morris helped unlock Brock Purdy's aggressive mindset
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy appears to be playing with more aggression this season, and he may owe his development to one offseason addition: defensive coordinator Raheem Morris.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / October 17
Commanders plan to rule out leading rusher vs. 49ers
It looks like the San Francisco 49ers won't face Washington Commanders running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt on Monday night. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports that Washington plans to rule out the second-year player for its Week 6 matchup at Levi's Stadium.
Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / October 17
49ers coach explains why Brock Purdy's approaching record is a team achievement
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy owns a career passer rating of 105.4. He enters Monday night's game against the Washington Commanders with 1,495 career passing attempts, just five shy of the 1,500 attempts required to qualify for the NFL's No.
Brandon Aiyuk News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 16
Latest On WR Brandon Aiyuk
Brandon Aiyuk remains on the 49ers’ reserve/left squad list after months of social media agitation, hoping to be released so he can sign with the Commanders.
San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / October 15
49ers Open Christian Kirk’s Practice Window; Latest On Deebo Samuel, Demarcus Robinson
The receiver position has been hit hard in the 49ers’ case early this season. Christian Kirk’s return to full strength would help, though, and he should be available shortly.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 15
Brock Purdy emerges as the 2026 NFL MVP frontrunner
The 2026 NFL season is only five weeks old, but a frontrunner for the coveted MVP award is beginning to emerge.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 16
49ers could finally get key offseason addition on the field
The 2026 season has followed a recent theme for San Francisco of injuries continuously building up, especially at wide receiver.
San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 15
Netflix is developing Daejon Love documentary with a perfect title
The inevitable is happening. The tale of alleged fraudster Daejon Love is getting its streaming treatment. On Wednesday, streaming giant Netflix announced, via its official companion site Tudum, that it will release an “Untold” documentary featuring the viral story of Love’s fraudulent life.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 12
49ers WR Deebo Samuel expected to miss time with hamstring injury
Each and every season, the San Francisco 49ers seem to deal with more injuries than any other team in the NFL. That trend has continued this season, with the San Francisco wide receiver room constantly suffering injuries week after week.
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