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George Kittle’s wife Claire is ‘thankful’ for Brock Purdy as star duo gear up for 49ers return

San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle’s wife, Claire Kittle, highlighted how much QB Brock Purdy means to the success of George’s career. Kittle established himself as one of the elite TEs in the NFL within a few years after getting drafted in 2015, setting a franchise record for yards as a TE in his second NFL season.

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49ers DE jokes about excessive melatonin use ahead of team’s 16-hour Week 1 trip to Australia

The San Francisco 49ers will open the 2026 NFL season against the Los Angeles Rams in a Week 1 matchup in Australia. The 49ers and Rams will open their seasons in Melbourne, Australia as the first of seven international regular-season games for the NFL this season.

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49ers’ De’Zhaun Stribling’s hilarious reaction to sharing No. 7 with scammer Daejon Love

De’Zhaun Stribling has been one of the darlings of the San Francisco 49ers’ training camp and pre-season activities. That’s for good reason, too: the rookie impressed fans during the preseason.

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49ers DC Raheem Morris Gushes Over This Defensive Lineman

With Nick Bosa out of practice, the 49ers have been able to take a closer look at their other defensive ends. One player who has been seeing a healthy amount of starting reps is defensive end Sam Okuayinonu.

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Keion White News / Larry Brown Sports / September 2

49ers player has amazing plan to deal with 15-hour flight for Week 1 game

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Keion White is ready to test the limits of what melatonin can do. White and the rest of the Niners will be heading down under next week for their season opener against the Los Angeles Rams at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, Australia.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / September 2

49ers GM John Lynch on When Wide Receiver Mike Evans Could Return to Practice

The San Francisco 49ers’ big splash this offseason was their signing of veteran wide receiver Mike Evans. They gave the 33-year-old a three-year, $42.4 million contract, and the expectation is that he’ll be their top option in their passing game this season.

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49ers Must Protect George Kittle and Nick Bosa: Hurrying Back Would Derail Super Bowl Hopes

Some say The Most Dangerous Game is a classic short story released in 1924. I’d say it’s playing for the San Francisco 49ers. As the team prepares for the rigorous 18-week NFL schedule, major questions remain, particularly regarding the health of two superstars: George Kittle and Nick Bosa.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 1

NFC Notes: Brandon Aiyuk, George Kittle, Walter Nolen, 49ers, Cardinals, Seahawks

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that 49ers TE George Kittle is expected to practice this week and has a legitimate chance to play in Week 1, as he hasn’t had any setbacks in his Achilles recovery.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

De'Zhaun Stribling News / 49ers Webzone / September 1

49ers rookie De'Zhaun Stribling explains number change, sets goal for Australia trip

San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling will play his first regular-season NFL game nearly 7,900 miles from home when the team travels to Melbourne, Australia, to face the Los Angeles Rams on September 10.

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49ers Rookie Power Rankings Heading Into Week 1

The 49ers' veteran corps isn't good enough to win a Super Bowl. They established that in 2019 and 2023 when they lost. Now, their veterans are even older.

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Keion White News / 49ers Webzone / September 1

49ers' Keion White opens up about returning from gunshot wound

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Keion White has made a strong recovery after undergoing ankle surgery following a gunshot wound earlier this year. White even played 17 snaps in the team's preseason finale against the Las Vegas Raiders and ultimately earned a spot on the 53-man roster.

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49ers have a 'real legit plan' in place for Nick Bosa, says Raheem Morris

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa was among the nine players who did not practice on Tuesday. However, general manager John Lynch revealed during a radio interview earlier in the day that Bosa plans to participate on Wednesday before the team travels to Australia.

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49ers' Raheem Morris reveals what makes Shanahan vs. McVay rivalry so special

San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Raheem Morris has a unique perspective on the rivalry between Kyle Shanahan and Sean McVay. Morris has worked alongside both head coaches, serving as McVay's defensive coordinator for three seasons before joining Shanahan's staff as the 49ers' defensive coordinator this year.

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Mike Evans is Trending Towards Being a Pointless 49ers Addition

Mike Evans is still out of practice with a groin injury he suffered over a week ago. The 49ers hoped he could return this week, but now they're aiming for next week.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 1

49ers injury update: 9 players miss Tuesday's practice

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa was among the players who did not practice on Tuesday, though his absence was not unexpected. During a radio interview Tuesday morning, general manager John Lynch said Bosa is not expected to participate until Wednesday, the team's final practice before traveling to Australia.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 1

49ers to Face a Very Different Rams Team In Australia Opener

The NFL’s 2026 schedule release revealed the San Francisco 49ers would open the season against the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia. As the divisional rival matchup grew closer, the Rams continued bolstering their loaded roster, adding more stars such as Myles Garrett during the offseason.

Nick Bosa News / Larry Brown Sports / September 1

49ers get encouraging Nick Bosa injury update ahead of Australia trip

The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams will face each other in Week 1 in the first-ever NFL game in Melbourne, Australia. And, it sure seems possible that 49ers star pass rusher Nick Bosa will be ready.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 1

49ers Signing Four More To Practice Squad

Per Matt Maiocco, the 49ers are signing CB Brandon Codrington, DL Vincent Anthony Jr., OL Foster Sarell and DL Kevin Givens to the practice squad. Here’s

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 1

49ers’ John Lynch gives Nick Bosa, George Kittle injury updates with Australia Week 1 prep underway

It has been a battle for San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle to get back on the practice field. The same can be said for Nick Bosa. And 49ers general manager John Lynch gave injury updates for both players as the team’s preparation is underway for their Week 1 game in Australia.

John Lynch News / 49ers Webzone / September 1

49ers' John Lynch details what went into complicated Australia travel plans

The San Francisco 49ers will travel to Melbourne, Australia, this week ahead of their Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. The lengthy journey has required extensive planning and some difficult decisions, as the trip represents somewhat uncharted territory for the organization.