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One 49ers Starter is Helping Unlock the Defense’s Potential

One of, if not the main, reasons the San Francisco 49ers are 2-0 is thanks to the defense. What was supposed to be a bumpy start for the defense has turned into a hot one.

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Do the 49ers have a red zone problem once again?

The San Francisco 49ers have started off the season 2-0, winning close games on the road over the Seattle Seahawks and New Orleans Saints. In both games, the 49ers haven’t played the cleanest football, but have done just enough, especially at the end of games, to pull through with victories.

Ricky Pearsall News / Niners Nation / September 18

One simple factor has been the biggest reason for Ricky Pearsall’s jump in Year 2

The San Francisco 49ers were thinking about the future when they drafted wide receiver Ricky Pearsall with the No. 31 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft last offseason.

Fred Warner News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 18

Fred Warner Could Break a 49ers Franchise Record in Week 3

The San Francisco 49ers edged out the New Orleans Saints 26-21 in Week 2. Despite injuries on both sides of the ball, the team has managed a 2-0 record, signalling two performances to be proud of.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2025 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 2025 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 18

49ers confident in QB situation amid stunning Brock Purdy news

Kyle Shanahan has surprising Brock Purdy update — 49ers are confident in QB situation regardless

Brock Purdy missed the San Francisco 49ers' Week 2 win over the New Orleans Saints.

Kyle Shanahan confirms 49ers have lost another offensive starter to injury

Pete Carroll admits disappointing truth about Ashton Jeanty

Jeanty has honest take about his role, and Raiders must change their ways

Should Bears fans be worried about coach Ben Johnson's practice habits?

'That's a concern': Steelers' Omar Khan hears something a GM never wants to

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / September 17

49ers defense ready with a plan to contain Kyler Murray

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray has long been a challenge for the San Francisco 49ers defense, thanks to his ability to extend plays with his legs when passing options are limited.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 17

Kyle Shanahan reacts to 49ers' Fred Warner earning big NFL honor

Fred Warner, the San Francisco 49ers' four-time All-Pro and four-time Pro Bowl linebacker, continues to solidify his status as one of the NFL's premier defenders.

Mac Jones News / Sporting News / September 17

49ers great Steve Young praises Mac Jones’ performance against the Saints

Mac Jones' play against the 49ers caught the eye of the great Steve Young.

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25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about

As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 17

One Area the 49ers Have a Clear Advantage Over the Cardinals

A chance at opening the 2025 season with a 3-0 record is on the horizon for the San Francisco 49ers. They'll have the opportunity to do that in front of their fans in their home opener in Week 3 against the Arizona Cardinals.

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Brandon Aiyuk News / 49ers Webzone / September 17

49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk's promising recovery update

On Wednesday, San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan was asked about the status of wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, who is working his way back from ACL and MCL injuries suffered in October 2024.

Brock Purdy News / Field Level Media / September 17

Early return? 49ers QB Brock Purdy limited in practice Wednesday

San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy was a limited participant in practice Wednesday and has a chance to play on Sunday, 49ers coach Kyle Shananah said.