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Mike Evans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 11
49ers’ Mike Evans had absolutely no idea about Rams’ bizarre travel plans to Australia
Embarking on a roughly 15-hour flight to Australia and arriving a day before playing a football game seemed foolhardy on the surface, but because the Los Angeles Rams are a model organization that does its homework, many fans withheld stern judgment.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 11
Key stats from the 49ers' 27-7 Week 1 win vs. the Rams
The San Francisco 49ers start their 2026 season with a 1-0 record after a 27-7 Week 1 win over the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia. Below are several statistics and notes from Thursday's game (Friday in Melbourne), which were provided by the 49ers Communications staff.
The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
How many of the 39 players in the NFL's Super Bowl era (since 1966) to catch at least 10 touchdowns in three or more seasons can you name in six minutes?
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / September 11
Matthew Stafford News Announced After Leaving 49ers Game
Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams had a rough outing to begin the 2026 NFL season, falling to 0-1 after a 27-7 loss to Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers in Melbourne, Australia.
When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?
All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.
Kyle Shanahan News / Athlon Sports / September 11
49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan Had Some Good News on De'Zhaun Stribling's Injury
The injury bug apparently isn’t done chewing away at the San Francisco 49ers. This summer, it has claimed wide receiver Christian Kirk and defensive end Sam Okuayinonu, both of whom will miss at least the first four games of this season, and it recently dealt starting defensive tackle Alfred Collins a season-ending knee injury.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 11
49ers rave about Australia, and their travel plan that led to a win over the Rams
There was a time when it seemed like the San Francisco 49ers weren't excited about playing their season opener in Melbourne, Australia, but things worked out perfectly for them in the end.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 11
49ers' Kyle Shanahan praises Mike Evans after statement performance vs. Rams
Wide receiver Mike Evans finished Week 1 with six receptions for 49 yards and a touchdown on seven targets, helping the San Francisco 49ers beat their division rivals, the Los Angeles Rams, 27-7 in Melbourne, Australia.
Jake Tonges News / HITC / September 11
‘Not good’: 49ers receive latest injury updates on Jake Tonges and De’Zhaun Stribling
The San Francisco 49ers have received mixed injury news after their 27-7 win over the Los Angeles Rams, with Jake Tonges facing a concerning MCL injury while De’Zhaun Stribling avoided the worst-case scenario.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 11
Four Studs From 49ers' Win Over Rams on Thursday in Australia
Thursday’s game in Australia between the San Francisco 49ers and the Los Angeles Rams wasn’t quite the showdown or the battle that many expected. The Rams were expected to outlast San Francisco, but instead, the Red and Gold had the Rams seeing red .
Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / September 11
49ers' Brock Purdy looked like a quarterback out to silence his critics
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy threw an interception while trying to connect with tight end George Kittle on a short pass. As he walked off the field, Purdy patted himself on the chest, acknowledging that he knew the throw was his mistake.
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.
San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / September 11
San Francisco 49ers’ rookie WR De’Zhaun Stribling suffered an ankle injury in the season opener but seems to have avoided the worst-case scenario
The San Francisco 49ers’ rookie sensation in 2nd-round pick De’Zhaun Stribling had to leave the season opener against the Los Angeles Rams early with an ankle injury.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 11
49ers injury news: Kyle Shanahan shares updates on De'Zhaun Stribling, Jake Tonges after win vs. Rams
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan provided injury updates following the team's Week 1 win over the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 10
Rams fans will blame Sean McVay for Week 1 disaster, but that's the easy way out
Sean McVay is going to hear plenty about the Los Angeles Rams' travel schedule after losing 27-7 to the San Francisco 49ers in Australia. That's understandable.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 11
49ers-Rams 'TNF' takeaways: San Francisco's defense stifles Los Angeles offense in blowout
In the first major upset of the 2026 season, it was the San Francisco 49ers, not the Los Angeles Rams, who put on a show on Thursday night.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 10
Jake Tonges is latest 49ers player to suffer injury
San Francisco suffered not one, but two more injuries on the offensive side of the ball in its Week 1 game against the Los Angeles Rams.
Fred Warner News / 49ers Webzone / September 10
49ers' Fred Warner surpasses Patrick Willis for franchise record
San Francisco 49ers star linebacker Fred Warner entered Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season with 948 career tackles, according to Pro Football Reference. That left him two tackles behind the franchise's all-time leader, Hall of Fame linebacker Patrick Willis, who recorded 950 tackles during his illustrious career.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 10
49ers injury issues keep mounting with De'Zhaun Stribling injury
Injuries have become a constant problem for the San Francisco 49ers, and they are not going away during the team's trip Down Under.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 10
Roger Goodell dons kangaroo jacket ahead of Rams-49ers clash in Australia
The Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers are in Melbourne, Australia for a Week 1 showdown, And commissioner Roger Goodell got right in the swing — or should we say hop — of things.
San Francisco 49ers News / Action Network / September 10
San Francisco 49ers Season Preview: Will Injuries Doom Another Talented Roster?
San Francisco enters 2026 hoping health, not talent, was the difference in a 2025 season that still produced 12 wins and a road playoff win despite a wave of injuries to Brock Purdy, Fred Warner, Nick Bosa and George Kittle.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 10
49ers can finally put their chaotic offseason behind them
The organization spent much of the offseason making headlines for reasons that have little to do with football.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 10
'Thursday Night Football': How to watch 49ers vs. Rams
After months of anticipation, the NFL season is in full swing. So, if you're wondering, "Is there a 'Thursday Night Football' game on tonight?" the answer is finally, "Yes."
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 9
Rams are betting against conventional wisdom before 49ers showdown
The Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers are traveling nearly 8,000 miles to play the same football game. They apparently want nothing to do with preparing for it the same way.
Brandon Aiyuk News / Yardbarker / September 10
Brandon Aiyuk might still land with one of two desperate teams
Aiyuk burned all bridges with the San Francisco 49ers, reportedly not rehabbing the way he was supposed to, and then blasting the team on social media time and time again.
Alfred Collins News / Yardbarker / September 9
49ers' Alfred Collins suffers season-ending injury days before historic Melbourne opener
San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Alfred Collins tore his patellar tendon at a practice.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 9
Rams' Myles Garrett addresses status for 49ers game after dealing with knee swelling
Garrett missed most of training camp and the preseason with knee swelling.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 10
Are 49ers still a Super Bowl contender?
Despite winning 12 games last year, the 49ers still finished third in their division, behind the Seahawks and Rams.
George Kittle News / Yardbarker / September 8
49ers addresses George Kittle's recovery ahead of season opener
Once again, health is the biggest question mark for Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers.
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