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How the 49ers have Squandered a Dynasty Under Kyle Shanahan

As Kyle Shanahan enters his 10th season as the 49ers head coach, he still is searching for his first Super Bowl ring. Unfortunately for the 49ers, they should have won multiple rings during the past decade, but Shanahan couldn't close the deal.

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Fred Warner: No doubt 49ers will win a Super Bowl with 'elite' Brock Purdy

The San Francisco 49ers have complete confidence in their franchise quarterback, Brock Purdy. Despite having his 2025 season shortened by a turf toe injury, Purdy still delivered strong results, throwing for 2,167 yards with 20 touchdowns and 10 interceptions while leading the team to a 7–2 record in his nine starts.

Fred Warner News / 49ers Webzone / January 28

49ers' Fred Warner confirms he would have played in the NFC Championship

What could have been. San Francisco 49ers fans were left wondering how far the team might have gone had it beaten the Seattle Seahawks in the Divisional Round and advanced to the NFC Championship Game.

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The '14-win NFL quarterbacks' quiz

How many of the 19 NFL quarterbacks to win 14 games in a single season can you name in five minutes?

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / January 28

NFL Legend Steve Young Tells the Truth on Sam Darnold's Time With 49ers

So much has happened since Sam Darnold left the San Francisco 49ers two years ago. From serving as Brock Purdy’s backup during the 2023 season, Darnold is now just one win away from winning a Super Bowl with the Seattle Seahawks.

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

Potential 49ers Draft Targets to Watch at Senior Bowl

The first NFL draft showcase is underway with open practices at the Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama. The vaunted one-on-ones are today, scrimmages Thursday, and the game is on Saturday.

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

Former 49ers owner Eddie DeBartolo Jr.'s blunt message on 31-year Super Bowl drought

Beloved former San Francisco 49ers owner Eddie DeBartolo Jr. attended a screening of AMC's docuseries "Rise of the 49ers" on Tuesday night, set to premiere this Sunday.

Christian McCaffrey News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 28

Making A Strong Case For 49ers’ Christian McCaffrey To Win This NFL Award

Christian McCaffrey was the engine that kept the San Francisco 49ers going this year. No other player did more for their team in terms of output than McCaffrey.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / January 28

49ers' Fred Warner weighs in on electrical substation injury conspiracy

With Super Bowl LX set to be played at Levi's Stadium, renewed attention has been placed on the nearby electrical substation and its alleged connection to San Francisco 49ers injuries in recent seasons.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

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

PFF: 49ers' Brock Purdy has matched Patrick Mahomes' grade since 2023

Pro Football Focus (PFF) recently evaluated every NFL team's quarterback situation entering the 2026 season, and the San Francisco 49ers were listed among the most stable—largely because of the strength of Brock Purdy's play.

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

49ers Draw Closer to Potentially Hire This Coach as Defensive Coordinator

The search for a defensive coordinator has been slow and silent for the San Francisco 49ers. Not much traction has been gained on hiring a coach for the position.

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

NFL insider believes 49ers will have interest in Jim Schwartz for defensive coordinator

The San Francisco 49ers' search for a new defensive coordinator has remained relatively quiet. The only known detail so far is that assistant head coach Gus Bradley is viewed as the top internal candidate—a logical option given his familiarity with the defensive scheme.

Fred Warner News / The SportsRush / January 28

49ers News: Fred Warner Shoots Down Viral Substation Conspiracy Theory With a Hilarious Logic

The San Francisco 49ers have been tied to a viral conspiracy in recent months, claiming their rash of injuries stems from practicing next to an electrical substation.

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

49ers use first-round pick on 'developmental prospect' in 2026 NFL mock draft

The San Francisco 49ers are expected to address multiple roster needs this offseason. Help in the trenches remains a priority, the offense could benefit from another pass-catching weapon for quarterback Brock Purdy, and adding depth to the secondary is firmly in play.

Jordan Elliott News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 28

Where Jordan Elliott Fits into the 49ers' Offseason Plans

The San Francisco 49ers signed Jordan Elliott to a two-year deal after a disappointing run with the Cleveland Browns. While he did play 957 snaps over the past two seasons with the 49ers, he also failed to register a sack.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL Analysis Network / January 28

Kyle Shanahan called Gus Bradley the 'obvious' candidate. That’s not the compliment it sounds like

Robert Saleh left for Tennessee. The San Francisco 49ers need a new defensive coordinator. Kyle Shanahan called Gus Bradley the “obvious” candidate. The defense ranked last in sacks last season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 28