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San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / September 10
NFL Rivals Say the 49ers Are the Most Slept-On Team in the Entire League
On Thursday, the San Francisco 49ers will take on the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia, to begin their 2026 NFL regular-season schedule. It is
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 10
49ers Are Ready to Make an Opening Night Statement
The San Francisco 49ers can leave the NFL's historic night in Australia with a 1-0 record. And there are plenty of reasons to believe they are ready to do exactly that.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 10
Schefter: 49ers will have George Kittle and Nick Bosa vs. Rams
ESPN insider Adam Schefter shared some San Francisco 49ers injury updates ahead of their Week 1 clash with the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia.
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?
Mike Evans News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 10
49ers WR Mike Evans Downplays Severity of Preseason Injuries
This week, the world will see the debut of San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans. It was the biggest offseason addition for the 49ers in terms of player stature, which says a lot considering there’s no doubt Evans will enter the Hall of Fame one day.
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.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / September 10
One Ranking Calls Mac Jones Going 5-3 for Brock Purdy the NFL's Best Backup Plan
Many, if not most, NFL franchises would love to have a quarterback who is as objectively capable and productive as the San Francisco 49ers’ Brock Purdy.
San Francisco 49ers News / Total Pro Sports / September 10
49ers HC Kyle Shanahan Reveals Final Plans For Christian McCaffrey vs. Rams Amid Injury Concerns
Christian McCaffrey had a very strong bounce-back campaign in 2025. He was awarded the NFL Comeback Player of the Year due to his strong showing. The San Francisco 49ers certainly know that, but they also know that their star running back can do more.
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.
The 'Multiple 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz
Currently, 32 active NFL players have had multiple seasons with 1,000 or more receiving yards. How many can you name in five minutes?
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.
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.
Christian McCaffrey News / Athlon Sports / September 10
Why the 49ers Need To Reduce Christian McCaffrey's Workload Moving Forward
When the San Francisco 49ers traded for star running back Christian McCaffrey midway through the 2022 NFL season, he transformed their team. He quickly became their biggest offensive threat, not just as a pure rusher but also as a dual-threat back.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 10
Final Injury Report for Rams-49ers: Will Myles Garrett, George Kittle Play?
The Los Angeles Rams are in Melbourne, Australia Thursday night as they face off against the San Francisco 49ers in an NFC West showdown. Los Angeles enters Thursday’s game looking to start the 2026 campaign with a key victory over the team’s NFC West rival as the Rams face lofty Super Bowl expectations following their aggressive offseason.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 10
Best Thursday Player Prop Bets, Latest Odds for 49ers at Rams in Week 1
The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams take their NFC West rivalry overseas Thursday night, meeting at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, Australia.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / September 10
De'Zhaun Stribling Could Be Poised to Become 49ers' Go-To Guy in Passing Game
When people doubt that the San Francisco 49ers will do well this season, one of the biggest reasons they feel that way is the team’s aging core. That is particularly true on offense, where running back Christian McCaffrey is 30 years of age, tight end George Kittle is 32 and wide receiver Mike Evans is 33.
James Thompson Jr. News / 49ers Webzone / September 10
49ers vs. Rams final injury report: James Thompson Jr. questionable for Week 1
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday (Friday in Melbourne) at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, Australia.
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.
Osa Odighizuwa News / 49ers Webzone / September 9
Osa Odighizuwa: 49ers Interior Disruptor Who Could Be Key to the Pass Rush
Before the chaotic summer that led to some questionable decisions by prominent higher-ups, the San Francisco 49ers had a successful offseason in acquiring players.
Christian McCaffrey News / Larry Brown Sports / September 9
Christian McCaffrey has a little-known sports connection in Australia
Christian McCaffrey was born into an athletic family that has even made a mark in the Land Down Under. With the San Francisco 49ers in Australia for their Week 1 game against the Los Angeles Rams, the National Basketball League revisited the time when McCaffrey’s uncle, Billy McCaffrey, played a couple of seasons in the league in the 1990s.
Brandon Aiyuk News / Yardbarker / September 9
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.
San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / September 9
Kyle Shanahan delivers unfortunate player news before 49ers-Rams game
The San Francisco 49ers absorbed a notable injury blow just days before the start of their 2026 campaign. San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan talked
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.
Myles Garrett 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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