San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

San Francisco 49ers News / HITC / October 20

‘Nobody is…’ – Dave Portnoy points out ‘ridiculous’ decision by San Francisco 49ers

Dave Portnoy states his problem with one thing the San Francisco 49ers’ offensive unit does, which he finds to be quite meaningless. The San Francisco 49ers are the first team to win six straight games this season after they beat the Washington Commanders on Monday night.

San Francisco 49ers News / HITC / October 20

Shannon Sharpe hammers ‘dirty’ San Francisco 49ers player for injuring his opponent

The San Francisco 49ers secured themselves at least another week with their unbeaten status following their victory over the Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football.

Brock Purdy News / HITC / October 20

Brock Purdy earns comparison to four-time Super Bowl champion from NFL analyst

Brock Purdy has had an impressive rise since being selected as the final pick in the 2022 NFL draft by the San Francisco 49ers. Four years later, Purdy is firmly in the MVP conversation and his team are in great form, most recently beating the Washington Commanders 23-17.

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San Francisco 49ers News / HITC / October 20

‘All he cares about’ – 49ers’ John Lynch reveals ‘the great thing’ about Brock Purdy

John Lynch has had high praise for Brock Purdy amid his fantastic start to the season with the San Francisco 49ers. The 49ers were in Monday Night Football action against the Washington Commanders this week and were able to extend their unbeaten run to six games.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Malik Mustapha News / 49ers Webzone / October 20

49ers Notebook: Malik Mustapha brings the pain in the clutch; Welcome back Mykel; A win's a win, but...

The 49ers moved to 6-0 with their win over the Washington Commanders on Monday night, although win number six felt a lot closer than it should have been.

Mike Evans News / Field Level Media / October 20

49ers WR Mike Evans exits after aggravating Achilles injury

The same Achilles injury that kept San Francisco wide receiver Mike Evans from practicing in the week leading up to the 49ers' Monday night game against the Washington Commanders knocked the veteran out of the contest late in the second quarter.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 20

Key 49ers stats and notes from 23-17 Week 6 win over Commanders

The San Francisco 49ers improved to 6-0 on the season after a 23-17 Week 6 win over the Washington Commanders at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 20

49ers' Kyle Shanahan addresses Eddy Piñeiro, Jacob Cowing struggles

The San Francisco 49ers took a 13-3 lead over the Washington Commanders with just over four minutes remaining in the first quarter on Monday night. The lead would have been 14-3 had kicker Eddy Piñeiro converted the extra point following running back Christian McCaffrey's three-yard touchdown run.

George Kittle News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 20

49ers’ George Kittle sounds off on San Francisco’s approach amid scorching 6-0 start

Coach Kyle Shanahan’s San Francisco 49ers are 6-0 and trending toward a possible unbeaten season that would match the ’72 Dolphins after a huge win over the Washington Commanders.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 20

49ers vs. Commanders: Kyle Shanahan shares injury updates on Mike Evans, others

The biggest concern coming out of the San Francisco 49ers' Monday night win over the Washington Commanders is wide receiver Mike Evans, who exited the game in the first half with an Achilles injury after dealing with soreness all week.

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Mike Evans News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 20

49ers Grades After 23-17 Win Over Commanders: Offense Stalls without Mike Evans

SANTA CLARA -- The 49ers just beat the Washington Commanders 23-17. Here are the 49ers' grades for this performance. Brock Purdy was great in the first half when he completed 17 of 22 passes and posted a 122.2 passer rating.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 20

What 49ers’ Kyle Shanahan ‘loves’ about Raheem Morris’ defense in 2026

The San Francisco 49ers sealed a huge 23-17 home win over the Washington Commanders in Week 6 action with a huge game-ending sack from defensive end Romello Height on Jayden Daniels.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 20

Stock Up, Stock Down for the 49ers Following Their Week 6 Win Over the Commanders

The San Francisco 49ers remained undefeated with a win on Monday Night Football over the Washington Commanders at Levi’s Stadium. But it wasn’t as easy as it seemed it would be at one point or as easy as it should’ve been.

NFL News / EasySportz / October 20

49ers Survive Late Scare to Stay Undefeated With Win Over Commanders

The San Francisco 49ers continued their undefeated start to the 2026 NFL season Monday night, defeating the Washington Commanders 23-17 at Levi’s Stadium.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 20

Luke, 49ers’ Christian McCaffrey share awesome jersey exchange after MNF

Monday Night Football was the McCaffrey Bowl as brothers Christian and Luke McCaffrey went up against one another. Christian wound up being the star of the game as he had 117 total yards and two touchdowns to help the 49ers get the 23-17 win over Luke’s Washington Commander’s.

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 19

49ers stave off Commanders' comeback bid, remain unbeaten

Brock Purdy threw for 264 yards and a touchdown, Christian McCaffrey rushed for two scores, and the San Francisco 49ers remained unbeaten with a 23-17 win over the Washington Commanders on Monday night in Santa Clara, Calif.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 20

'MNF' takeaways: 49ers survive late Commanders rally

'MNF' takeaways: Mike Evans' injury looms large as 49ers survive late Commanders rally

The San Francisco 49ers survived a late rally from the Washington Commanders on Monday to remain perfect this season.

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Mike Evans News / Athlon Sports / October 19

Mike Evans Injury Update: Latest News on 49ers’ WR After Exiting MNF

Mike Evans entered Monday night’s matchup against the Washington Commanders already dealing with multiple injuries. The veteran wide receiver had been managing fractured ribs and Achilles soreness but was active for the San Francisco 49ers despite missing practice throughout the week.

Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / October 19