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On YouTubeSan Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 18
5 Current 49ers Players Who Could Lose Their Jobs on Draft Night
Draft weekend can be a happy weekend for so many, but it can be tough for others as well. While new prospects are earning new jobs, there were players in those spots already, and they are likely to lose their chance at playing.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 18
4 Prospects the 49ers Cannot Pass Up if They Fall in the NFL Draft
The San Francisco 49ers could go in several different directions in the 2026 NFL Draft, but most expectations point toward offensive line, wide receiver, edge rusher, or safety in the first round.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 18
Can the players the 49ers brought in for 30-visits tell us anything about who they might draft?
The players who are reportedly meeting with the San Francisco 49ers for a Top-30 visit have been revealed. But can those visits tell us anything about who the 49ers might draft?
The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz
The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 18
NFL insider believes 49ers could move up in NFL draft to address 'anemic pass rush'
Twenty sacks. That's the total number of times the San Francisco 49ers brought down opposing quarterbacks in 2025. And that was good for last in the NFL.
First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?
Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 18
49ers Draft Profile: Wide Receivers by Round
After signing Mike Evans and Christian Kirk, it wouldn’t appear that the 49ers need to pick a wide receiver in the first round of the upcoming draft. But this is Kyle Shanahan’s team, and the history speaks for itself.
George Kittle News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 18
49ers TE George Kittle Reflects on What Matters After Achilles Injury
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle has emphasized how important his family has been to him during his recovery from an Achilles injury. Kittle went down in the wild-card round against the Philadelphia Eagles and is now going through an intense rehab process following one of the most significant injuries of his career.
NFL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 18
Big Hype Prospects: Suvanto, Dagenais, Willis, Tomek
Pre-tournament action has kicked off at the IIHF U18 Men’s World Championship. This year will be a tournament to watch, with standout draft talent spread across a big group of contenders.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 18
49ers Draft Debate: Which EDGE at Pick 27 Makes the Most Sense?
If there's one thing we've learned about the San Francisco 49ers over the years, it's this: you can never have too many pass rushers. As the 2026 NFL Draft approaches, that conversation is back and louder than ever.
John Lynch News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 18
The Best 49ers Second-Round Draft Pick Under John Lynch
The San Francisco 49ers have had only six second-round draft picks under Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch, and to be fair, they’ve had limited success in that round.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 17
Two Position Groups the 49ers Don’t Need to Target in the Draft
The San Francisco 49ers made several notable moves in free agency, strengthening key parts of the roster on both sides of the ball. The shopping list was extensive, and the 49ers have addressed a large portion of their needs.
2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact
NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 17
49ers' George Kittle Shares Positive News on his Achilles Recovery
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle has issued a new update on his Achilles injury. The 32-year-old suffered the worst injury of his career in the wild-card round against the Philadelphia Eagles, going down with an Achilles tear that ended his season and began an intense recovery period.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 17
49ers draft plan: Insider believes San Francisco could target safety early
The San Francisco 49ers enter the 2026 NFL Draft without a clear consensus on how they'll use their top selections. Recent mock drafts have linked the team to offensive linemen, defensive linemen, and wide receivers, highlighting the roster's multiple needs.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 17
3 Excellent Safeties the 49ers Should Consider in the Draft
One of the top positions the 49ers should target in the NFL draft next week is safety. They cannot go into 2026 with Ji’Ayir Brown, Malik Mustapha, and Marques Sigle as their top players at the position.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 17
49ers met with ball-hawking Indiana safety ahead of 2026 NFL Draft
Add former Indiana safety Louis Moore to the list of prospects that met with the San Francisco 49ers ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, which begins next week.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 17
Insider: 49ers could target cornerback in Round 1 of 2026 NFL Draft
The San Francisco 49ers enter the 2026 NFL Draft with multiple roster needs, making their first-round selection at No. 27 overall difficult to project.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 16
NFL Executive Rips into 49ers Over Injury-Prone Roster Moves
An unnamed NFL executive has ripped into the San Francisco 49ers, claiming their tendency to sign injury-prone players is a major reason behind their ongoing injury crisis.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 16
49ers mock draft roundup: Would Cashius Howell in Round 1 frustrate fans?
Fans probably wouldn't be surprised if the San Francisco 49ers use their first-round pick—No. 27 overall—on a pass rusher. Several mock drafts have already projected that possibility in the 2026 NFL Draft.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 16
Identifying Locks to be Selected Before the 49ers Pick in the Draft
With about a week to go until the 2026 it is time to start drilling in on who the San Francisco 49ers are going to take with the 27th overall. First, we should focus on who absolutely will not be there.
Mike Evans News / Yardbarker / April 16
Mike Evans expands on leaving Buccaneers for 49ers in free agency
After spending the first 12 seasons of his NFL career with the Buccaneers, veteran wide receiver Mike Evans left the club to sign a three-year contract with the 49ers.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 15
Christian McCaffrey had emotional reaction to Mike Evans leaving Buccaneers for 49ers
After playing only for the Buccaneers from the 2014 NFL Draft through this past season, Evans signed a three-year contract to join the 49ers early in free agency.
San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / April 14
49ers Likely To Make WR Draft Addition
San Francisco’s receiver depth chart has undergone a number of changes so far this offseason. More could be coming in the form of a Brandon Aiyuk trade or release, though nothing has been finalized on that front.
Trent Williams News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 14
Report: 49ers Made Another Push To Resolve Trent Williams Situation In Recent Days
The 49ers reportedly remained far apart in talks with LT Trent Williams a few weeks ago, as the team picked up his option bonus which increased his 2026 cap number to $46.3 at the moment.
Trent Williams News / Pro Football Rumors / April 13
49ers Made Recent Offer To LT Trent Williams
Contract talks between the 49ers and left tackle Trent Williams were reportedly picking up steam in late March, but an agreement still has not come together.
Trent Williams News / Yardbarker / April 13
49ers reportedly make big move amid Trent Williams contract dispute
The San Francisco 49ers and star left tackle Trent Williams have spent the offseason involved in a contract dispute.
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