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On YouTubeSan Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 23
49ers Draft Profile by Round: RB and TE
Kyle Shanahan wore out the CMC Easy Button last year, giving Christian McCaffrey a franchise record 413 touches. NFL history predicts backs with a high usage rate one year get injured or see a sizable drop in their stats the next.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 23
What the 49ers Would Love to do With the 27th Pick
Drafting late in the first round is always a tough spot for a team. But that’s what the San Francisco 49ers have been dealt, as they hold the 27th pick.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 23
49ers Draft Mistakes: Revisiting 5 Costly Picks by Lynch and Shanahan
It's no secret that when it comes to the San Francisco 49ers' brain trust, coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch are essentially a package deal.
The 'First round QB's since 2000' quiz
Since the year 2000, a total of 77 quarterbacks have been selected in the first round of the annual NFL Draft. How many of the 77 can you name in six minutes?
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 23
Who the 49ers Should Draft in Round 1 of the 2026 Draft (If They Fall)
After months of breakdowns, highlight packages, and pinpointing prospects for the best potential team fits from pundits, commentators, and experts galore, the 2026 NFL Draft is finally upon us.
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.
Brandon Aiyuk News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 23
49ers are Finally Nearing an End to the Brandon Aiyuk Saga
Light is starting to emerge at the end of the tunnel for the San Francisco 49ers with Brandon Aiyuk. The NFL draft is here, which means this is the perfect chance for the 49ers to trade Aiyuk.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / April 23
49ers Predicted to Draft George Kittle Replacement
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle struggled to stay on the field last season. Due to several injuries, the seven-time Pro Bowler was limited to just 11 games during the regular season.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 23
One Position the 49ers are Bound to Draft With the 27th Pick
Numerous mock drafts in the last month or so have the San Francisco 49ers taking an offensive tackle with the 27th pick. But that was before the 49ers extended Trent Williams through 2028.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 23
49ers mock draft roundup: Final Round 1 projections and surprise picks
The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off later today, making this the final wave of projections for the San Francisco 49ers. We'll start with ESPN draft analyst Matt Miller, who has the 49ers addressing the secondary.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 23
49ers mock draft: Who will San Francisco take at No. 27?
With the NFL's annual player selection meeting—or the NFL Draft—approaching, the San Francisco 49ers need to keep pace with the Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks and the Los Angeles Rams, who have addressed key needs at the start of free agency.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 23
San Francisco 49ers NFL Draft Big Board: Top Targets for Every Round
The San Francisco 49ers could go so many different directions depending on how the board breaks. While they only have picks in rounds 1, 2, and 4, they could maneuver around the draft board and make selections across the board.
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 23
49ers Draft Profile by Round: DT and LB
The Niners brought in two defensive tackles for 30 visits, but neither aligns with their picks; they’d require trades. Linebacker can use an upgrade, but probably loses out to other roster priorities.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 23
Ranking the Top 27 Players on the San Francisco 49ers' Big Board
With the San Francisco 49ers picking at 27, they are guaranteed to get one of the 27 best players on their big board. So, to try to predict who might be on the board, we are going to project what a 49ers big board would look like.
Trent Williams News / Football Analysis / April 23
49ers Lock NFL’s Highest-Graded Tackle To $50M Deal 72 Hours Before Draft
Trent Williams just turned a contract with zero guaranteed dollars into $37 million in security. The 37-year-old left tackle agreed Monday to a two-year, $50 million extension with San Francisco, ending a standoff that had dragged for months.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 23
John Lynch Reveals How DC Raheem Morris Is Settling In with the 49ers
General manager John Lynch has revealed just how seamlessly Raheem Morris has integrated into the San Francisco 49ers coaching staff. After Robert Saleh left for a new challenge as head coach of the Tennessee Titans, the front office wasted no time in bringing Raheem Morris to the City by the Bay as defensive coordinator.
Fred Warner News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 22
Why 49ers' Fred Warner Wasn't Annoyed by Seahawks Super Bowl Win
Watching the Seattle Seahawks win Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium had to have stung the San Francisco 49ers. It was already bad enough that the Seahawks destroyed the 49ers to bounce them from the playoffs.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 22
The Best Late-Round Steal in 49ers History (And Why They Slipped)
Sometimes, stories come through into life in the most unexpected ways. The nature of the NFL Draft means players rise and fall in value, with overlooked prospects often becoming stars while highly rated names don’t always live up to expectations.
John Lynch News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 22
John Lynch Outlines Determination to Win Super Bowl with 49ers
John Lynch is entering his tenth year as general manager of the San Francisco 49ers and has yet to deliver a Super Bowl title. While that may sound harsh, the 49ers have come close, reaching two Super Bowls and falling short on both occasions, as well as making multiple NFC Championship appearances.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 22
NFC Notes: Brandon Aiyuk, Fred Warner, 49ers, Cardinals, Rams
49ers LB Fred Warner‘s 2025 season ended after suffering a right ankle injury in October. The linebacker mentioned that he’s grateful to be back on the field without any restrictions. “I’m feeling extremely blessed, grateful to be back, feeling great and no restrictions,” Warner said, via Nick Wagoner of ESPN.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 22
Two Best Second-Round Gems in 49ers History (And How They Were Found)
The San Francisco 49ers have found multiple gems in the second round of the NFL Draft. In more recent times, the 49ers landed Deebo Samuel, arguably the best second-round pick of the Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch era.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 22
49ers Announce Sutter Health Partnership Ahead of NFL Draft
On the eve of the NFL Draft, the San Francisco 49ers announced a new long-term partnership with Sutter Health as their official healthcare partner, serving fans and communities across Northern California.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 22
One Thing the 49ers Cannot Afford to Get Wrong in the NFL Draft
The San Francisco 49ers will be addressing the offensive line at some point in the 2026 NFL draft. Which position and when is yet to be determined, and that is why it is the most important thing for the 49ers to get right this year. At left tackle, they have to be smart about how they address the position.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / April 21
49ers' Brock Purdy may have been looking for pay day from new teammate Mike Evans
Players have been willing to pay teammates for jersey numbers in certain situations.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / April 21
49ers GM shares encouraging Brandon Aiyuk news
The 49ers are still trying to find Aiyuk a trade suitor. And while that didn't seem feasible weeks ago, it looks like there's some growing interest in his services.
Brandon Aiyuk News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20
49ers GM drops interesting comment about potential Brandon Aiyuk trade
Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has not played a game in the NFL since October 20, 2024. As such, his time with the San Francisco 49ers appears to be over, although it remains to be seen where he will head next.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / April 20
49ers' Trent Williams and other ageless wonders: The five best players 35 and older in the NFL
San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams and others are proving that age is just a number. The 49ers signed Williams, who turns 38 on July 19, to a two-year, $50M contract extension on Monday.
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