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John Lynch: 49ers getting closer to Brock Purdy's return; Brandon Aiyuk update

There have been conflicting reports regarding Brock Purdy's return timeline as he continues to recover from a lingering toe injury. The San Francisco 49ers quarterback initially suffered the injury in Week 1, briefly returned in Week 4, but experienced a setback that has kept him sidelined since.

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What to know about new ownership group acquiring 3.2% stake in 49ers

On Wednesday, October 22nd, the San Francisco 49ers announced a new investment agreement between the York Family and an investment team led by Pete Briger Jr.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / October 23

Why the 49ers run game finally broke through in Week 6

The San Francisco 49ers finally got the run game going in a 20-10 win over the Atlanta Falcons over the weekend. Christian McCaffrey had his best day on the ground, going for 129 yards and two touchdowns on 24 carries, which equates to 5.4 yards per carry.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 23

Why 49ers QB Brock Purdy is Kyle Shanahan's 'Guy'

During a recent interview featuring Sean McVay and Kyle Shanahan, Shanahan offered a rare window into how he evaluates quarterbacks, and why doing so is harder than most fans realize.

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There are 26 active NFL quarterbacks who have thrown three touchdowns in a game at least eight times. How many of them can you name in five minutes?

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Jauan Jennings News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 23

This star player's stock has fallen dramatically for the 49ers

Before the start of the 2025 season, there was not a wide receiver with more buzz around the trade market than Jauan Jennings. He was coming off a strong season and was in the midst of a contract dispute with the San Francisco 49ers.

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The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time

Many teams have made missteps regarding a separation from a head coach or coordinator. Some have been straight firings, others de facto dismissals described as mutual separations.

Kyle Shanahan News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 23

The Pros and Cons of the 49ers Potentially Extending Kyle Shanahan

The Niners are off to a 5-2 start despite seemingly half the team going down with injury, and Kyle Shanahan is a Coach of the Year candidate. This year, and the nine that preceded it, have led the dean of 49ers beat writers to say this: "Shanahan almost assuredly will become the longest-tenured coach in franchise history.

Christian McCaffrey News / A to Z Sports / October 23

49ers RB Christian McCaffrey can move up the NFL record books in 3 different categories during Week 8 matchup vs. Texans

In his ninth NFL season, San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey is still in prime form. He has rushed for 465 yards, recorded 516 receiving yards on 53 receptions, and totaled six touchdowns so far in 2025.

Mac Jones News / Sporting News / October 23

Vikings trade idea for Mac Jones could solve QB worries with Wentz, McCarthy

Minnesota could make a splash here.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 22

49ers’ Brock Purdy, Ricky Pearsall injuries ahead of Texans game, updated

The San Francisco 49ers (5-2) are preparing for their Week 8 matchup against the Houston Texans (2-4) at NRG Stadium with uncertainty surrounding two offensive players, quarterback Brock Purdy and wide receiver Ricky Pearsall.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 22

George Kittle nailed his advice to 49ers' injured QB Brock Purdy

Although Mac Jones is 4-1 since stepping in as the starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers, Brock Purdy’s turf toe injury is turning out to be more serious than initially expected.

Robert Saleh News / Sporting News / October 22

49ers' insider believes Robert Saleh will be a head coach again in 2026

Will Robert Saleh get a redemption attempt after the Jets disaster?

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

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Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

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Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / October 22

49ers vs. Texans injury report: Brock Purdy practices while 7 are sidelined

The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 8 contest against the Houston Texans on Sunday at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. Once again, quarterback Brock Purdy starts the practice week as a limited participant.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 22

Shanahan, McCaffrey break down 49ers' run game success and team identity

The San Francisco 49ers entered Week 7 with just one game over 100 rushing yards—a 119-yard effort in their season-opening win against the Seattle Seahawks.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 22

Will the recent wave of injuries push the 49ers to make a trade before the deadline?

The San Francisco 49ers continue to win games despite their laundry list of injuries on both sides of the ball. Fresh off an impressive 20-10 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday Night Football, the short-handed 49ers once again lost multiple starters for the foreseeable future.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 22

Two new trade candidates at linebacker emerge for 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers are going to have to decide what they want to do at linebacker, as they have two more games to go until the trade deadline. They have Tatum Bethune starting, but he has just one game of starting experience.

Jermaine Johnson News / Yardbarker / October 22

Jets LB may be the trade piece that saves the 49ers defense

One potential trade candidate that sticks out for the 49ers is New York Jets defensive lineman Jermaine Johnson.

Troubling new update emerges about Brock Purdy's foot injury

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 22

49ers setbacks? Shanahan shares latest on Purdy and Pearsall

A recent report from The Athletic's Dianna Russini revealed that San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy participated in a pregame workout on Sunday ahead of the team's matchup against the Atlanta Falcons.

Trevis Gipson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 22

49ers Re-Signed DE Trevis Gipson Immediately After Cutting Him

According to Matt Maiocco, the 49ers re-signed DE Trevis Gipson to the practice squad. Gipson was cut today but because he’s a veteran he did not have to pass through waivers and could be instantly added back to the practice squad. Gipson, 28, was a fifth-round pick out of Tulsa by the Bears back in 2020.

Christian McCaffrey News / Total Apex Sports / October 22

49ers’ Christian McCaffrey Earns NFL Honors After 200+ Yard Performance In Week 7

In a league filled with elite offensive talent, it takes a truly special performance to stand out. In Week 7, San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey did just that, delivering a dominant showing against the Atlanta Falcons that earned him the title of NFC Offensive Player of the Week.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / October 21