San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 2

49ers Sign Running Back Who Could Make Their Roster in Training Camp

The San Francisco 49ers have taken a small bite from the injury bug early in training camp. So, the team made a couple of moves to make the roster deeper.

Khalil Herbert News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 2

The 49ers Sign Khalil Herbert as Injuries Pile Up at Running Back

The 49ers are only five days into training camp, and already they're desperate for healthy running backs. That's why they just signed veteran Khalil Herbert.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 2

49ers sign former Bears RB as Christian McCaffrey backup

The San Francisco 49ers were very busy during the weekend, as the team signed a running back to help out the offense. San Francisco inked veteran rusher Khalil Herbert to a one-year deal, per ESPN.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / August 2

49ers Announce New Signing During Training Camp

The San Francisco 49ers added depth to their roster Sunday by signing a pair of veterans during training camp, continuing a busy stretch of personnel moves for the team.

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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.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 2

49ers work out two more defensive players, including former Cardinals draft pick

The San Francisco 49ers are continuing to look for help at edge rusher. In addition to veteran edge rusher Ogbonnia Okoronkwo, who reportedly worked out for the team on Sunday, the 49ers also brought in outside linebackers Andre Carter and Xavier Thomas for workouts, according to the NFL transaction wire.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 2

49ers announce roster moves ahead of second week of training camp

The San Francisco 49ers announced on Sunday that they have signed RB Khalil Herbert and DL Titus Leo to one-year deals. In order to make room on the roster, the team waived CB Eli Apple and waived/injured DL Mikail Kamara.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 2

Report: 49ers work out veteran edge rusher Ogbo Okoronkwo

The San Francisco 49ers are taking a look at another veteran option for their defensive line. According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, veteran free-agent edge rusher Ogbo Okoronkwo worked out for the 49ers on Sunday.

Eli Apple News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 2

49ers Make Four Moves, Release CB Eli Apple

The San Francisco 49ers announced a series of roster moves on Sunday including releasing veteran CB Eli Apple. The full list includes: 49ers released DB Eli Apple.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 2

49ers Radio Voice Greg Papa battling back from cancer, life-threatening complications

San Francisco 49ers fans have become accustomed to hearing Greg Papa's unmistakable voice call some big moments in franchise history. Now, the longtime radio voice of the 49ers is facing perhaps the biggest battle of his life.

Mac Jones News / 49ers Webzone / August 2

Bleacher Report names QB Mac Jones 49ers most important contract decision heading into 2026 season

The San Francisco 49ers have one of the NFL's more enviable situations at quarterback heading into the 2026 season. Brock Purdy is firmly established as the team's starter, but the 49ers also have a proven backup in Mac Jones who showed last season that he can step in and keep the offense moving.

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De'Zhaun Stribling News / 49ers Webzone / August 2

Sports Illustrated lists 49ers wide receiver among rookie wideouts already turning heads

San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling isn't just opening eyes in the Bay Area. After an impressive first week of training camp, people around the league are starting to take notice.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 2

Dre Greenlaw's first thought after scuffle with 49ers star RB Christian McCaffrey: 'Better not touch 23'

The San Francisco 49ers' first padded practice of training camp was anything but quiet. The intensity boiled over multiple times during Friday's practice, with linebacker Dre Greenlaw and running back Christian McCaffrey getting into a heated exchange.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 2

49ers Training Camp: Arrow up, arrow down after week one

The San Francisco 49ers have completed the first week of training camp, and there has been plenty to like and plenty to be concerned about. The team has dealt with its share of injuries, including the season-ending setback to Ricky Pearsall.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 2

Updated 49ers 53-Man Roster Projection After First Week of Camp

The San Francisco 49ers have now gotten through a week of training camp. There's been some interesting developments already, and we're getting a good idea of what the final roster could look like.

Derrick Canteen News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 2

Titans Signing DB Derrick Canteen

According to Matt Zenitz, the Titans are signing DB Derrick Canteen to the roster. Tennessee is at the full 90-player limit, so expect a corresponding move. Canteen was a two-star recruit and the No.

Kyle Shanahan News / Total Pro Sports / August 2

Kyle Shanahan Was Looking Like A Completely Different Person During His First Appearance At 49ers Camp Since Near-Fatal Car Crash

Kyle Shanahan made a brief return to the practice field. The San Francisco 49ers coach watched part of training camp less than two weeks after fans learned about a serious car crash.

Deebo Samuel News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 2

Deebo Samuel breaks silence on return to 49ers with nostalgic mic drop

The San Francisco 49ers are an exciting watch at training camp. San Francisco is ready to fight their way back to the playoffs after suffering a crushing loss against Seattle last year.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 2

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Brandon Aiyuk has made it abundantly clear that he wants out of San Francisco. What remains far less clear is whether he actually wants to do what is required to play football again in the NFL.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 1

Christian McCaffrey responds to his heated interaction with Dre Greenlaw

Fights are nothing new at NFL training camps, but they never fail to draw attention, especially when star players are involved. That was the case Friday for the San Francisco 49ers, as running back Christian McCaffrey and linebacker Dre Greenlaw reportedly had a heated interaction during the team’s first padded practice.

Deebo Samuel News / Larry Brown Sports / August 1

49ers have huge plans for Deebo Samuel

The San Francisco 49ers made the surprise decision to sign Deebo Samuel this week, but that does not mean the team does not have huge plans for him. 49ers president John Lynch said Saturday that the Niners had wanted to sign Samuel even before wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was ruled out for the season due to a knee injury.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 1

49ers to place Ricky Pearsall on season-ending IR

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall has had a tough time finding his footing in the NFL. And it's not getting easier.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 31

49ers may lose key offensive player for the rest of the season

The San Francisco 49ers may not have one of their most important offensive pieces for the entire season. 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall is experiencing swelling in his right knee where he suffered a PCL injury last season.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / July 30