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San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 20
3 surprise 49ers 2026 preseason roster cuts to watch out for before Week 1
Some NFL observers think the San Francisco 49ers are dangerous. But the team needs a healthy Christian McCaffrey to remain noise worthy. Also, the 49ers have tough calls to make, and here are three surprise 2026 preseason roster cuts to watch before Week 1.
San Francisco 49ers News / HITC / August 20
‘No impact players’: NFL expert delivers scathing verdict on 49ers’ roster after drafting mistakes
San Francisco 49ers have come under scrutiny from former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz, who criticised the team’s drafting strategy and questioned the lack of impact players on the current roster.
San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / August 20
49ers Acquire 2,200-Yard Weapon for Brock Purdy
The San Francisco 49ers added experienced depth to a depleted running back room on Thursday, signing Khalil Herbert to a one-year contract and placing Patrick Taylor Jr.
Brock Purdy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 20
49ers’ Brock Purdy explains how he plans to use secret weapon this season
The San Francisco 49ers will be taking on the Los Angeles Chargers in their second preseason game, and it looks like some of the starters will get some playing time.
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.
Kaelon Black News / 49ers Webzone / August 20
49ers Rookie Kaelon Black Has Chance to Seize RB2 Role Against Chargers
Many starters are in line to play tonight for the San Francisco 49ers as they take the field for their second preseason game, this time against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Ephesians Prysock News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 20
Ephesians Prysock Reveals Connections to 49ers After Being Drafted
The San Francisco 49ers’ decision to draft cornerback Ephesians Prysock has so far proven to be an excellent one. He's had an eventful training camp and impressed in the very first preseason game against the Tennessee Titans.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 20
49ers place running back on IR ahead of Chargers game, re-sign veteran
According to the NFL transaction report, the San Francisco 49ers have placed running back Patrick Taylor on the injured reserve list, ending his season for the second consecutive year.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 20
49ers Sign RB Khalil Herbert, Place RB Patrick Taylor On IR
The San Francisco 49ers have signed RB Khalil Herbert to a contract, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. The 49ers placed RB Patrick Taylor on injured reserve in a corresponding move.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 20
Four 49ers Players Most In Need of Big Performances in Preseason Week 2
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their second preseason game on Thursday night. The 49ers taking on the Los Angeles Chargers, and we know that the starters will play after getting the first game off.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 20
49ers rookie to get another look at crucial position against Chargers
San Francisco 49ers rookie offensive lineman Carver Willis missed valuable training camp reps due to a concussion. However, he returned to practice on August 10 and has quickly entrenched himself in the competition for the starting left guard job.
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.
Bryson Eason News / Athlon Sports / August 20
One 49ers Rookie Has Everything to Gain in Preseason Week 2
The San Francisco 49ers didn’t put forth the best overall effort as a team in the preseason opener. It was a sloppy game, and the 49ers ended up losing 19-13.
San Francisco 49ers News / TWSN / August 20
49ers’ Biggest Defensive Problem Is Becoming Impossible to Ignore
When ESPN’s Marcus Spears says the 49ers can “never be slept on,” he’s correct. They won 12 games last season, narrowly losing out on the NFC’s number-one seed, and added multiple quality starters during the offseason.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 20
49ers position rankings: How PFF rates receiving corps, running backs, and secondary
Where do the San Francisco 49ers rank among the NFL's best position groups heading into the 2026 season? Pro Football Focus (PFF) attempted to answer that question with its latest rankings of all 32 receiving corps, running back groups, and secondaries.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 20
49ers' biggest concern in 2026 is D-line draft misses, says PFF
The San Francisco 49ers have high expectations heading into the 2026 NFL season. While the team has bolstered certain positions, including its receiving corps, concerns remain in other areas.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 20
49ers 53-Man Roster Breakdown: How Many Spots are Already Locked Up?
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their second preseason game on Thursday, against the Los Angeles Chargers. This will be another great opportunity to see who’s making progress and also how the team is feeling about certain things.
Brock Purdy News / Yardbarker / August 19
Brock Purdy calls out 49ers after joint practice with Chargers
The San Francisco 49ers are desperately looking for some momentum after injuries continue to riddle their roster. Kyle Shanahan's team can't seem to stay healthy, and that's clearly taking a toll on their execution.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 19
Why former NFL WR Andrew Hawkins disagrees with Raiders' reported Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza plan
A Tuesday update revealed that the Las Vegas Raiders are prepared to stick with their plan of starting veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins over rookie and No.1 draft pick Fernando Mendoza.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 18
Shanahan: 49ers DE Mykel Williams Considered A 'Long Shot' For Week 1
49ers’ second-year DE Mykel Williams finished last season in Week 9 after suffering a torn ACL. When speaking to reporters on Tuesday, HC Kyle Shanahan
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 18
49ers HC Kyle Shanahan dismisses two theories about Christian McCaffrey's ongoing absence
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan aimed to squash multiple theories about running back Christian McCaffrey's extended absence.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 18
Update on 49ers TE George Kittle’s 'eye-popping' recovery emerges after comments
While Kittle suffered a torn Achilles tendon back on Jan. 11, he has repeatedly made it known throughout 2026 that his goal has been to be cleared for the 49ers' regular-season opener in September.
Christian McCaffrey News / Yardbarker / August 18
NFL insider responds to contract theory about Christian McCaffrey missing 49ers practices
The theory is that McCaffrey is looking for a pay raise after Bijan Robinson of the Atlanta Falcons and Jahmyr Gibbs of the Detroit Lions reset the market for players at the RB position.
Aaron Donald News / Yardbarker / August 18
NFL insider sounds Aaron Donald alarm for Rams regarding Week 1 game vs. 49ers
Donald still hadn't ended his retirement and re-signed with the Rams as of Monday night.
Christian McCaffrey News / Yardbarker / August 17
Contract theory about Christian McCaffrey missing 49ers practices emerges
McCaffrey had been held out of four consecutive practices due to what was referred to as "tightness."
George Kittle News / Yardbarker / August 16
49ers TE George Kittle provides injury update: 'I don’t think that’d be a very smart idea'
Kittle is still targeting an improbable return for the San Francisco 49ers’ season opener.
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