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How 49ers Rookie De’Zhaun Stribling is Having a Perfect Start to Camp

One of the top players to closely monitor during 49ers training camp is rookie wide receiver De’Zhaun Stribling. The 49ers took a lot of heat for selecting Stribling with the 33rd overall pick a few months ago.

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49ers Training Camp Day 2: Who stood out in Monday's practice?

The San Francisco 49ers' second day of training camp provided plenty of reasons for optimism, with the defense making several splash plays and a handful of offensive players continuing to generate buzz.

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / July 28

New details revealed about 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan's serious car accident

New details have surfaced about the car accident that left San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan with multiple injuries, including a broken nose, three broken ribs, a broken hand, and 40 stitches to his face.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / July 28

49ers named among top Vita Vea trade fits—but there's one reason for hesitation

Pro Bowl defensive tackle Vita Vea appears to have grown tired of waiting on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to finalize a contract extension and has reportedly requested a trade.

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The '4-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz

Can you name the NFL quarterbacks who have the most games with at least four passing touchdowns without an interception?

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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 / 49ers Webzone / July 28

49ers urged to pursue Vita Vea amid trade request

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' two-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle, Vita Vea, has reportedly requested a trade after contract talks stalled, and one NFL analyst believes the San Francisco 49ers should make a strong push to land the veteran.

Dan Patrick News / The Spun / July 28

Dan Patrick Accuses ESPN Of Breaking Journalistic Standards

Longtime ESPN "SportsCenter" host Dan Patrick is accusing his former employer of breaking journalistic standards. ESPN helped break the news of San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan suffering serious injuries in a major car accident earlier in July.

NFL News / Viral Sports News / July 28

49ers Emerge as Potential Suitor for Blockbuster Trade

The San Francisco 49ers have emerged as a potential trade destination for Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea after the veteran interior lineman requested a trade amid stalled contract negotiations.

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 27

Deommodore Lenoir’s ‘bully’ take perfectly sums up Dre Greenlaw’s return

Fred Warner isn’t the only high-profile linebacker return for the San Francisco 49ers. Cornerback Deommodore Lenoir couldn’t stop raving about the return of “bully” Dre Greenlaw during NFL Training Camp.

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 27

How 49ers Camp Has Been for Brock Purdy Without Kyle Shanahan

Being without Kyle Shanahan with training camp underway has been odd for the San Francisco 49ers. No player on the team will miss Shanahan's presence more than Brock Purdy.

Brock Purdy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 27

Brock Purdy shares honest assessment of 49ers rookie De’Zhaun Stribling

The San Francisco 49ers used an early second-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to select wide receiver De’Zhaun Stribling. It was a decision that came as a stunner to many at the time, as the consensus projected Stribling as a late Day 2 or early Day 3 pick.

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / July 27

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan nearly lost an eye in car accident, says Chris Simms

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan has taken a more hands-off approach to the start of training camp as he recovers from injuries sustained in a recent car accident.

Clelin Ferrell News / 49ers Webzone / July 27

Former 49ers DE Clelin Ferrell joins Dolphins

The San Francisco 49ers did not attempt to re-sign defensive end Clelin Ferrell this offseason, but the unrestricted free agent has found a new NFL home, reportedly agreeing to a deal with the Miami Dolphins.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 27

Asking and Answering Key Questions as 49ers Training Camp Begins

Niner training camp is underway, and the exhibition games begin on August 13th at home against Tennessee. The expectation is that the 49ers are a top-five, maybe top-three team in the NFC.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 27

49ers training camp: De'Zhaun Stribling impresses as another rookie avoids serious injury

The San Francisco 49ers held their second practice of training camp on Monday. Once again, the session was open to fans. As he did on Sunday, head coach Kyle Shanahan observed team drills with general manager John Lynch.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 27

49ers’ promising rookie avoids serious injury after scary training camp moment

It has already been a tough summer for the San Francisco 49ers. And there’s no current timetable for head coach Kyle Shanahan’s return. However, the 49ers got good news when a promising rookie avoided a serious injury after a scary training camp moment, according to a post on X by Vic Tafur.

Kyle Shanahan News / Yardbarker / July 28

Chris Simms reveals scary detail from Kyle Shanahan's incident

NFL analyst Chris Simms shared a scary detail from Shanahan’s incident.

49ers GM John Lynch provides update on Kyle Shanahan after car crash

Nick Bosa News / A to Z Sports / July 27

Nick Bosa confirms suspicions surrounding Joey Bosa’s NFL future and it puts even more pressure on the 49ers star

San Francisco 49ers star Nick Bosa was asked about the rumors that he could finally team up with his brother Joey Bosa, but it’s not something that sounds likely at this point in time.

Romello Height News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 27

49ers Third-Round DE Romello Height Carted Off Due To Cramps

According to Cam Inman, 49ers rookie Romello Height was carted off late during practice with a lower-leg injury. Per Nick Wagoner, the 49ers announced

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / July 27

Grok simulates the San Francisco 49ers’ 2026 season, including game-by-game results, playoff predictions, and key players

The San Francisco 49ers kicked off training camp over the weekend, but before the pads come on in Santa Clara, California, let’s simulate what the 49ers’ season could look like, but from an unbiased point of view.

Kevin Givens News / Pro Football Rumors / July 26