San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Raheem Morris News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 7

The 49ers' New Defensive Role Could Unlock Their Young Talent

San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Raheem Morris is expected to bring a much different-looking defensive structure than what the 49ers were used to.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 7

49ers work out three offensive linemen, reach injury settlement with D-lineman

According to the NFL transaction report, the San Francisco 49ers recently worked out three offensive linemen: C Doug Kramer G Joe Michalski C Lecitus Smith The Chicago Bears selected Kramer in the sixth round of the 2022 NFL Draft.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 7

3 Biggest Rookie Surprises So Far at 49ers Training Camp

The San Francisco 49ers have a veteran-laden, talented roster. As a result, it's a bit harder for rookies to make their mark. For example, the 49ers signed far fewer undrafted free agents than most teams did.

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The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz

How many of the NFL players to eclipse 1,500 rushing yards in one season can you name in eight minutes?

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Raheem Morris is Having Fun Watching This 49ers Player in Camp

Quite a few players have been standing out in 49ers' training camp for defensive coordinator Raheem Morris. The first notable player is Renardo Green.

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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.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 7

NFL Expert Lists Five 49ers Players Who Will Enter Hall of Fame

According to ESPN, the San Francisco 49ers have five current players who will enter the NFL Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame is the greatest honor in the sport.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 7

Former 49ers safety calls out injury issues: 'You have to stop calling it bad luck'

The list of San Francisco 49ers players who continue to sit out training camp practices is lengthy. That prompted one reporter to ask assistant head coach

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 7

One Big Question for Each 49ers Position Group Ahead of Week 1

The San Francisco 49ers have high hopes for the 2026 season. Getting to the NFC Championship Game hasn't been a problem during the Kyle Shanahan era, but everybody is hoping it's finally time for the next step.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 7

49ers coach reveals why defensive versatility is a major training camp focus

San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Raheem Morris is learning a lot about his players during training camp, and part of that evaluation involves experimenting with their versatility.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 7

49ers rookie Romello Height learning from Nick Bosa after admiring him from afar

Defensive end Romello Height has long admired San Francisco 49ers star pass rusher Nick Bosa, studying his technique and incorporating elements of Bosa's game into his own.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 7

Two Current 49ers Identified as Hall of Fame Locks

The San Francisco 49ers have several star players on the roster. From Brock Purdy to Christian McCaffrey, to Fred Warner, and several others, this is one of the most star-heavy teams in the league.

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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.

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Projecting the Odds of Every Recent 49ers Free Agent Making the Roster

The San Francisco 49ers have signed five players who all made rosters last year. So, these are not quite training camp bodies as much as players who can legitimately compete to make the roster.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 7

49ers training camp Day 8: Brock Purdy stays hot, rookie DT turning heads, and other quick hits

The San Francisco 49ers returned to the practice field Thursday with a lengthy injury list, but Brock Purdy continued to provide plenty of reasons for optimism while a rookie defender continued building momentum.

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The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz

The 'Most TDs by NFL franchise' quiz

The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz

The 'Three-time batting champions' quiz

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Three Running Backs Suddenly Have a Chance to Impress the 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers running back room is currently a bit banged up. When projecting ahead to their preseason game next week, there is a good chance that we are going to see a lot of carries from players with low odds of making the team. Christian McCaffrey is unlikely to play much, if at al lin the preseason.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 6

49ers have five likely future Hall of Famers, says ESPN's Barnwell

The San Francisco 49ers boast one of the NFL's most talented rosters. But how many of those players are on a Hall of Fame trajectory? That's the question ESPN's Bill Barnwell explored for every NFL team, identifying which players have the strongest cases to one day earn enshrinement in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 6

49ers training camp: Purdy stays hot, defense flashes, Shanahan progresses

The San Francisco 49ers held their eighth full training camp practice on Thursday as they continued preparations for the 2026 NFL season. Thursday's practice was part of "87 Day," honoring franchise legend Dwight Clark while continuing the organization's annual effort to raise awareness for ALS.

Alfred Collins News / 49ers Webzone / August 6

'We're ready to wreak havoc': 49ers' Alfred Collins excited about revamped D-line

The San Francisco 49ers continued their work on revamping the defensive front this offseason, trading for Osa Odighizuwa and drafting Romello Height and Gracen Halton.

Connor Colby News / Pro Football Rumors / August 6

Connor Colby Leading 49ers’ Left Guard Competition

While the 49ers assembled a left guard competition this offseason, a holdover player entered training camp with a slight edge. It does not look like that status has been disrupted early in camp.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 6

49ers might not be done adding WRs after Deebo Samuel's return

New year, same old issues for Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers. The season hasn't even started, yet they're already dealing with multiple injuries at wide receiver.

49ers WR Deebo Samuel's one-year contract includes intriguing incentive details

Two-minute drill: Patrick Mahomes' health, Bijan Robinson's historic deal, former No. 1 overall pick's reunion

49ers CB Upton Stout embracing training camp challenge ahead of 2026 season

The '400-touch NFL seasons' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 6

Aiyuk gets expected bad news following Commanders' Diggs decision

Brandon Aiyuk gets expected bad news following Stefon Diggs decision

The Commanders have been linked with Aiyuk during the summer.

Commanders seemingly make decision on Stefon Diggs, 49ers' Brandon Aiyuk

Commanders signing Stefon Diggs makes sense for multiple reasons

Did Commanders land one of the biggest steals of NFL offseason with Stefon Diggs addition?

The '2023 NFL 1K-yard receivers' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 5

Commanders seemingly make decision on Diggs, Aiyuk

Commanders seemingly make decision on Stefon Diggs, 49ers' Brandon Aiyuk

Diggs and Aiyuk are two big-name wide receivers who had repeatedly been linked with a Commanders team that could use some help at the position since this past spring.

Two-minute drill: Patrick Mahomes' health, Bijan Robinson's historic deal, former No. 1 overall pick's reunion

The 'Most catches by an NFL running back' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / August 5