San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

49ers Stock Report: Rookies Roar and Second-Years Struggle in Preseason Finale vs. Raiders

The 49ers wrapped up the 2026 NFL Preseason in style, beating the former Bay Area rival Las Vegas Raiders behind a staunch defensive performance and Eddy Piñeiro’s six field goals.

San Francisco 49ers News / EssentiallySports / August 28

'Sit Him for The Entire Season': Fernando Mendoza Gets Harsh Reality Check After Embarrassing Display Against 49ers

The Las Vegas Raiders wrapped up their 3rd and final preseason game against the San Francisco 49ers with an 18-12 loss. And there is only one name who is under the spotlight for his poor performance that Raider Nation will be most anxious about.

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The '10-time Pro Bowlers' quiz

As of the 2025 season, 47 NFL players have made 10 or more Pro Bowls over the course of their careers. How many of the 47 can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active game-winning drives leaders' quiz

The 'Most 10-rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL all-time receiving leaders' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 28

How 49ers WR Jordan Watkins responded to Kyle Shanahan's challenge

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jordan Watkins hauled in four catches for a game-high 64 receiving yards on eight targets in Thursday night's preseason finale against the Las Vegas Raiders.

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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 / 49ers Webzone / August 28

Fake 49ers player arrested for allegedly scamming women out of $1.3 million

Two men were arrested and charged in federal court in Portland, Oregon, after allegedly scamming at least 26 women out of $1.3 million across four states.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 28

49ers vs. Raiders PFF grades: Best and worst from the game, plus snap counts

The San Francisco 49ers beat the Las Vegas Raiders 18-12 in their preseason finale. Pro Football Focus released its grades and snap counts from the game, providing a closer look at which 49ers players stood out and who has more work to do.

Christian McCaffrey News / 49ers Webzone / August 28

49ers' Christian McCaffrey makes massive jump in NFL Top 100 Players of 2026 ranking

A fifth San Francisco 49ers player has earned a spot on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2026 list. Four-time Pro Bowl and five-time All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey came in at No.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 28

5 49ers Whose Stock Increased in Preseason Finale vs. Raiders

That's a wrap on the preseason for the San Francisco 49ers. It was the last chance for numerous players to raise their stock as the 49ers begin to trim down and settle their roster.

Kyle Shanahan News / A to Z Sports / August 28

‘I think he is making a push’ – San Francisco 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan hints at a late-round rookie earning a starting spot for Week 1

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan highlighted the strong play of 4th-round rookie Carver Willis after their preseason finale against the Las Vegas Raiders. The San Francisco 49ers wrapped up the preseason with an 18-12 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, but that’s not the main story.

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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.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 28

5 49ers Whose Stock Decreased in Preseason Finale vs. Raiders

Finally, the preseason is over for the San Francisco 49ers after defeating the Las Vegas Raiders. That game was the last chance for players to make a statement to the coaching staff.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 28

49ers Hall of Famer Patrick Willis Praises One of the Team's Rookies

The San Francisco 49ers have an excellent duo at the linebacker position in Fred Warner, arguably the NFL’s best Mike linebacker over the last few years, and Dre Greenlaw, who has been a terrific off-ball linebacker.

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The '10-time Pro Bowlers' quiz

The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz

The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 28

49ers Notebook: Shanahan updates left guard competition, explains extended playing time for Alfred Collins; Jordan James, Jordan Watkins show their stuff

The preseason came to an end for the San Francisco 49ers with an 18-12 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday night, meaning there's officially less than two weeks before they kick off the regular season against the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 28

49ers’ most agonizing roster decision looming on 2026 cutdown day

The San Francisco 49ers are approaching the final stages of the 2026 preseason with a roster that looks increasingly defined at the top but painfully unsettled underneath.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 28

Mac Jones, Adrian Martinez Praise Jordan Watkins' Performance vs. Raiders

The San Francisco 49ers are in need of wide receiver depth right now. Mike Evans, their No. 1 option and big free-agency acquisition this offseason, is currently dealing with a groin injury, while Christian Kirk, another wideout they signed this offseason, has been unable to practice or play for the past month due to a calf strain.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 28

49ers’ Kyle Shanahan teases Nick Bosa’s return to practice ahead of Week 1

The San Francisco 49ers ended their preseason on a winning note after beating the Las Vegas Raiders, 18-12, at Allegiant Stadium on Thursday. Coach Kyle Shanahan must be happy with their performance, which should only boost their confidence heading into the new season.

Jaden Dugger News / 49ers Webzone / August 28

Patrick Willis gives stamp of approval to 49ers rookie linebacker

The Jaden Dugger hype train got a little bigger Thursday night, courtesy of legendary San Francisco 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis. Willis took to social

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / August 28

Why 49ers' Kyle Shanahan refused to name players who stood out vs. Raiders

A few San Francisco 49ers players made positive impressions on head coach Kyle Shanahan during Thursday night's preseason win over the Las Vegas Raiders.

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / August 27

49ers' Kyle Shanahan shifts focus to regular season: 'It's going to get real, real fast'

The 2026 NFL preseason is in the books, and the San Francisco 49ers finished their exhibition schedule with an 18-12 win over the Las Vegas Raiders. Now, the focus shifts to the regular season, with San Francisco set to face the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia, in Week 1.

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / August 27

49ers injury news: Kyle Shanahan provides 3 key updates after win over Raiders

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke to reporters after Thursday night's 18-12 preseason win over the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium, providing three key injury updates from the game.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 28

Fernando Mendoza's preseason struggles raise questions about transition to NFL

Mendoza, who will start the regular season on the bench behind veteran Kirk Cousins, struggled in the Las Vegas Raiders' preseason finale on Thursday.

Will Howard proving that Steelers' plan to keep four QBs doesn't make sense

Dillon Gabriel should be QB2 after great game makes mockery of QB battle

Why Browns will almost certainly make this Deshaun Watson decision in 2027

Could Falcons cut Tua Tagovailoa?

Time spent with Drew Brees beginning to bear fruit for Saints QB Tyler Shough

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 26

Seahawks' record sale marks the end of a successful era

It's not often a Super Bowl champion changes ownership ahead of the season following the big win, but that's exactly what's happened with the Seattle Seahawks.

Injured Seahawks rookie receives tough news on his availability

Seahawks expected to lose receiver depth with Jake Bobo injury

Patriots insider shares Christian Gonzalez contract theory related to Seahawks, Devon Witherspoon deal

The '100-yards + TD Conference Champ games' quiz

Nick Bosa News / Yardbarker / August 26

Nick Bosa's injury situation is still a concern for the 49ers

The 49ers hope to have Bosa back for Week 1, but regardless of his status for that game the 49ers have to be concerned about his situation.

NFL’s response to Jed York could expose its personal conduct double standard

Three backup quarterbacks who could start for new teams in 2027

49ers injury report: Kyle Shanahan provides updates on Mike Evans, Nick Bosa, several others

49ers training camp: Osa Odighizuwa shines in practice, George Kittle ramping up

The 'NFL sack leaders by season' quiz

Nick Bosa News / Yardbarker / August 25

49ers' Kyle Shanahan gives update on Nick Bosa ahead of Week 1

Bosa has not practiced since the beginning of August due to pain in his surgically repaired right knee, and that has raised plenty of questions about whether or not he will be ready for Week 1.

Christian McCaffrey addresses media 'firestorm' after missing multiple practices

The 'NFL sack leaders by season' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 24