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Why It's Likely Mac Jones Returns to the 49ers After 2026

Trading Mac Jones was never an option for the San Francisco 49ers. Unless a team was willing to offer them a first-round pick, maybe even a second, Jones wasn’t going anywhere.

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49ers Star George Kittle Sets Target Date For Return From Torn Achilles

San Francisco 49ers star George Kittle might heal as fast as Marvel Comics' Wolverine. Kittle has been outstanding for the 49ers during his career, hauling in 595 passes for 8,008 receiving yards and 52 touchdowns.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 6

Buccaneers Players Reveal Devastation After Mike Evans Joined 49ers

Bringing in Mike Evans showed the San Francisco 49ers were serious about making a Super Bowl run. Free agency proved to be a successful period for the 49ers, addressing the vast majority of their core needs, but no move made a bigger statement than the signing of Evans, who agreed to a three-year contract.

Trent Williams News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 6

49ers LT Trent Williams Drops Huge Retirement Hint

The San Francisco 49ers should have used their first-round pick on an offensive lineman in this year's draft. But they didn't. The front office decided to bring in depth pieces in the later rounds, and time will tell on how that will work out for them.

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The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

Some of the greatest players in NFL history have graced the cover of "Madden." How many of these players can you name in five minutes?

The 'Offensive Rookies of the Year' quiz

The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most career passing touchdowns' quiz

Mike Evans News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 5

49ers WR Mike Evans Opens Up on His Turbulent 2025 Campaign

The San Francisco 49ers' signing of Mike Evans should be shouted from the rooftops. This signing carries added gravitas because of Evans' veteran pedigree and the résumé he brings with him.

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / June 5

49ers coordinator couldn't hide excitement after defense picks off Brock Purdy

Speaking with reporters on Wednesday, new San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Raheem Morris couldn't resist boasting about his defense intercepting quarterback Brock Purdy during practice.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 5

49ers defense ranks among NFL's least expensive units in 2026

The San Francisco 49ers enter the 2026 season with approximately $72 million in salary cap space, the most in the NFL by a wide margin, according to OverTheCap.com.

George Kittle News / 49ers Webzone / June 5

George Kittle raves about 49ers rookie Kaelon Black: 'Very fast and very mature'

Much has been made of the San Francisco 49ers selecting running back Kaelon Black in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Many viewed the pick as a reach, but the 49ers remain confident in their decision and believe Black can make a long-term impact.

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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.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 5

Mayfield breaks silence about Evans leaving Buccaneers for 49ers

Baker Mayfield breaks silence about Mike Evans leaving Buccaneers for 49ers

While speaking with reporters about his contract situation and other matters on Friday, Mayfield addressed Evans' departure.

Baker Mayfield shares alarming update about contract talks with Buccaneers

The 'Active multi-TD-catch games leaders' quiz

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The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

The 'Last 30-point NBA Finals game' quiz

The 'Most 1,400-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most field goals-per-game by playoffs' quiz

Mike Evans News / 49ers Webzone / June 5

Mike Evans' former QB disappointed to lose him to 49ers

Several of Mike Evans' former Tampa Bay Buccaneers teammates were surprised to see the veteran wide receiver leave in free agency and sign with the San Francisco 49ers.

Trent Williams News / 49ers Webzone / June 5

49ers' Trent Williams throws shade at division rival Rams

San Francisco 49ers left tackle Trent Williams didn't hold back when discussing the team's Week 1 trip to Australia to face division rival Los Angeles Rams.

Trent Williams News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 5

Trent Williams Says 2027 Season Will Likely Be His Last

49ers LT Trent Williams agreed to a two-year, $50 million extension this season, keeping him under contract through the 2027 season. Speaking to the media for the first time since his extension, Williams was asked if the 2027 season will be his final in the NFL.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 5

6 49ers Who May Have Lost Their Jobs in OTAs

While there is not going to be much roster movement during OTAs, you can always sense the start of a player losing their job or opportunity by how some of the practices are run.

Brandon Aiyuk News / Larry Brown Sports / June 5

Arrest warrant issued for 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk

The Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office has issued an arrest warrant for San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk on a misdemeanor charge of exhibition of speed.