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On YouTubeSan Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 4
49ers added size and upside with CB Ephesians Prysock
The San Francisco 49ers' defense struggled against the pass in 2025, ranking 25th in yards allowed and recording just six interceptions all season. Only the New York Jets, who had none, finished with fewer.
How Position Bias Drives the 49ers' Drafts
The Niners are knocked for reaching in the draft, but that doesn’t just come from locking in on a player; they also lock in on positions. This year, the two most expensive free agent signings and the first draft pick, all at wide receiver.
The 'Passing TD leaders by NFL franchise' quiz
How many of the career leaders for passing touchdowns for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 4
49ers named trade fit for Pro Bowl cornerback
The San Francisco 49ers added depth to their secondary in the 2026 NFL Draft, selecting cornerback Ephesians Prysock in the fourth round. He joins a group headlined by projected starters Deommodore Lenoir and Renardo Green.
The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft
With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.
What We Know About the 49ers' 2026 NFL Schedule So Far
With the vast majority of free agency signings complete and the annual NFL Draft adding eight new players, attention now turns to the San Francisco 49ers’ 2026 NFL schedule.
49ers Rookie Expectations: Wide Receiver De'Zhaun Stribling
While you cannot base a draft class on their rookie season, it is going to be interesting to see what the San Francisco 49ers' rookies can do to help this year, given where their roster is.
2025 Re-Draft is Eye-Opening for 49ers First-Round Pick
While the San Francisco 49ers are defending their 2026 NFL Draft to the fans, the 2025 NFL Draft is being put under the microscope as well. In a recent 2025 re-draft, the 49ers would have gone a completely different direction that may raise some eyebrows.
San Francisco 49ers News / Football Analysis / May 4
49ers Bet 8 Draft Picks On Board Nobody Outside The Building Has Seen
Kyle Shanahan sat across from Rich Eisen on April 30, 2026, and did something coaches almost never do. He admitted the whole thing might not work. The 49ers had just wrapped a three-day draft that drew grades ranging from A-minus to C-minus across the major outlets.
49ers Post-Draft Quarterback Depth Chart
Now that the San Francisco 49ers have completed the 2026 NFL draft there is not much more left of the offseason left. The team will get together for OTAs and then training camp but the time to add new players has mostly come and gone.
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season
The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.
Kyle Shanahan News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 3
Kyle Shanahan Is Facing Unfair Criticism Over the 49ers' Draft Process
Head coach Kyle Shanahan has received heavy criticism this past week after discussing the San Francisco 49ers’ scouting process. He appeared on The Rich Eisen Show to publicly defend the process they use for the NFL Draft, and, to be perfectly honest, it doesn’t sound nearly as incompetent as some have suggested.
49ers Drafting Romello Height Closes the Door on This Free-Agent Target
Out of their eight picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, the San Francisco 49ers’ best selection appears to be Romello Height. Of course, it’s too early to tell.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 3
Expert links former 49ers star to NFC West rival as best fit
Surprisingly, former San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings remains available in free agency, continuing to wait for the right opportunity and a competitive contract.
Jauan Jennings News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 3
Ex-49ers Receiver Emerging as Hot Free Agent Target for the Seahawks
The San Francisco 49ers made the right call on Jauan Jennings this offseason. He likely priced himself out of a new contract, seeking more than San Francisco was willing to pay.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 3
Analyst reveals 49ers' best undrafted free agent fit
The San Francisco 49ers added eight undrafted free agents following the 2026 NFL Draft, and one analyst believes he's already identified the best fit. The Athletic draft analyst Nick Baumgardner highlighted one undrafted player to watch for each NFL team, naming former Indiana defensive end Mikail Kamara as the standout fit for San Francisco.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 3
Where the 49ers' 2026 NFL Draft class ranks, per CBS Sports
The San Francisco 49ers continue to receive underwhelming reviews for their 2026 NFL Draft class. After NFL.com handed the team a C- grade—ranking them 30th overall, ahead of only the Jacksonville Jaguars and Los Angeles Rams—the outlook didn't improve much in CBS Sports analyst Ryan Wilson's latest rankings.
What 49ers Keep Getting Wrong When They Draft Running Backs
The San Francisco 49ers are getting a lot of pushback for taking a running back high. Kyle Shanahan defended the pick by saying that he saw the second-best running back in the draft and that another team was going to take him.
PFF Gives San Francisco 49ers a Brutal 2026 NFL Draft Grade
The San Francisco 49ers’ 2026 draft reflected their intentions for the upcoming season. Their goal is evidently to keep as much of their core together as possible and make a push for the Super Bowl.
One 49ers Draft Pick Getting National Media Praise
The San Francisco 49ers had a mixed reaction to their 2026 NFL Draft, with both positive and negative takeaways depending on the perspective. However, one area where the team drew more consistent praise was Day 3, where they appeared to find value.
Kyle Shanahan News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 2
49ers HC Kyle Shanahan Sheds Light on His Ruthless Pre-Draft Strategy
Kyle Shanahan has a lot on his plate as the head coach of the San Francisco 49ers. As the new season approaches, Shanahan enters his 10th year leading San Francisco alongside general manager John Lynch, with both having joined in 2017.
What the 49ers Could Have Done Differently in the 2026 NFL Draft
Everything is easier in hindsight. However, as fans of the NFL, it is also fun to review things in hindsight and think of what could have happened. So, this is the perfect time for a what-could-have-been draft.
Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / May 2
Where does 49ers QB Brock Purdy rank among his peers? According to one NFL writer, not very high!
A quarterback ranking shared on X by NFL writer Jarrett Bailey of SB Nation is drawing attention, particularly for where San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy was listed among his peers across the NFL.
NFL News / Yardbarker / May 2
The best free-agent fit for Jauan Jennings is in the AFC
Jennings was one of the biggest names entering free agency this offseason.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / May 1
49ers HC Kyle Shanahan shares massive Week 1 George Kittle injury update
Kittle hasn't hidden that he wants to return to the lineup for Week 1 of the 2026 regular season after he suffered a torn Achilles tendon in a January playoff game.
Brandon Aiyuk News / Yardbarker / April 29
49ers are dealing with yet another Brandon Aiyuk problem
The Aiyuk saga continues to cause problems for the 49ers.
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