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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 7
49ers-Rams Set to Make NFL History at Iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground
The Melbourne Cricket Ground, widely recognized as the most iconic stadium in Australia, has hosted some of the most prestigious sporting events in the world and is getting ready to host its first-ever NFL game when the 49ers and Rams kick off their regular season in a fierce NFC West division matchup.
Trent Williams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 7
49ers’ Trent Williams makes NFL history with seventh team captain selection
The San Francisco 49ers truly value the importance of offensive tackle Trent Williams to the team. For the seventh time with the Niners, Williams has been named a captain, as announced by the NFC West team on Monday.
George Kittle News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 7
49ers’ George Kittle ‘trending in the right direction’ for Week 1 Rams clash
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle has been working his way back from a torn Achilles tendon he suffered in the playoffs last season. With the club set to open the 2026-27 campaign against the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday, it appears the 32-year-old is trending in the right direction.
The 'Last 1st-round QB by NFL team' quiz
Can you name the last time every NFL team selected a signal-caller in the first round of the NFL Draft?
San Francisco 49ers News / Total Pro Sports / September 7
Inside Source Sounds Alarm On 49ers Organization As York Family Turmoil Takes Its Toll
Jed York’s arrest last month sent shockwaves through the 49ers organization. A new report suggests the trouble runs deeper than that single incident. NFL insider Jason La Canfora spoke with a former 49ers staffer who remains connected to the organization.
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 / 49ers Webzone / September 7
49ers' George Kittle doesn't hold back on Brock Purdy expectations for 2026
Like so many San Francisco 49ers players, quarterback Brock Purdy dealt with injuries last season. He was limited to nine games in 2025 due to a turf toe injury but still completed 69.4% of his passes for 2,167 yards, 20 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / September 7
49ers Keys to Victory vs. Rams: Path to a Week 1 Win in Melbourne
The San Francisco 49ers will begin their 2026 season as far away from Levi's Stadium as possible. San Francisco and the Los Angeles Rams will renew their NFC West rivalry Thursday at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Australia, the first NFL regular-season game ever played on the continent.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 7
Why Dan Orlovsky thinks De’Zhaun Stribling, not Mike Evans, is 49ers ‘go-to’ WR
Week 1 of the NFL is finally here. The Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots meet for a Super Bowl rematch on Wednesday night before the Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers meet in Melbourne, Australia on Thursday night.
Deebo Samuel News / 49ers Webzone / September 7
49ers' spark: What Deebo Samuel brings to the offense in 2026
It's unclear how much Deebo Samuel has left in the tank after years of playing his unique brand of physical football. After one season with the Washington Commanders, the veteran wide receiver happily returned to the San Francisco 49ers, the team that selected him in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft.
De'Zhaun Stribling News / 49ers Webzone / September 7
49ers prediction has wideout winning OROY but team missing the playoffs
John Breech of CBS Sports has made his projections for the 2026 NFL season, and one of his "bold predictions" is that San Francisco 49ers wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling will win the coveted NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award.
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.
Sam Okuayinonu News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 7
49ers Hope DL Sam Okuayinonu Will Return Later This Year After Foot Surgery
49ers DL Sam Okuayinonu suffered a foot injury in the team’s final practice before flying to Australia for Week 1 against the Rams. Speaking to the media on Monday, 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan said Okuayinonu’s foot already had a plate in it from a while age.
Raheem Morris News / 49ers Webzone / September 7
49ers coach loses birthday amid flight to Australia
Under normal circumstances, San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Raheem Morris would likely have done something special to celebrate his milestone 50th birthday on September 3.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 7
Mike Florio dares Michael Irvin to double down on Jed York defense during 49ers Netflix broadcast
The San Francisco 49ers are just a few days away from kicking off their 2026 NFL season with a game in Australia against the Los Angeles Rams. The 49ers’ preseason preparations have been overshadowed recently by the arrest of owner Jed York, who served time in jail for engaging in prostitution in Ohio.
Sam Okuayinonu News / Pro Football Rumors / September 7
49ers DE Sam Okuayinonu To Undergo Foot Surgery; 2026 Return Uncertain
Sam Okuayinonu was set to travel with the 49ers to Australia for the opening game of the season until a foot injury suffered in practice changed his and the team’s plans.
Kyle Shanahan News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 7
49ers’ Kyle Shanahan isn’t buying Rams’ Aaron Donald gamesmanship before Week 1
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan initially expressed disappointment that the NFL allowed the Los Angeles Rams to benefit from a schedule change, moving what is typically an overwhelmingly pro-49ers crowd at SoFi Stadium to Melbourne, Australia, for Week 1.
Mike Evans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 7
Mike Evans Says Training Camp Injuries Weren’t Significant
49ers WR Mike Evans wasn’t a full participant most of camp due to groin and quad issues, and his presence is even more vital with Ricky Pearsall and Christian Kirk on injured reserve.
Mike Evans News / 49ers Webzone / September 7
49ers' Mike Evans sends clear signal on injuries, names unsung hero
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans missed time during training camp while dealing with quad and adductor injuries. The setbacks raised concerns about whether the 33-year-old wideout would be able to perform at the level the 49ers are expecting in 2026.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / September 7
49ers Practice Updates on Nick Bosa, George Kittle and Christian McCaffrey
The San Francisco 49ers took off from the Bay Area to Australia on Wednesday, and they have now been in the land down under for a few days. After spending some time getting over any jet lag or sleep deprivation they may have dealt with upon landing, they held their first practice in Melbourne on Monday morning local time.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 7
Kyle Shanahan explains why he wasn't 'crushed' by Aaron Donald news
The San Francisco 49ers won't catch a break in the season opener.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / September 7
The 49ers' Edge Rusher Room Will Be Even Thinner for a While
If there is a definite weakness at one position group this season for the San Francisco 49ers, it is at the defensive end or edge rusher position group.
San Francisco 49ers News / EssentiallySports / September 7
49ers Cut Tight End After Making Him Endure 16-Hour Journey to Australia
The final cuts are never easy, especially when a team’s 53-man roster has to be settled before the season begins. But for one San Francisco 49ers tight end, the timing of that decision made for an especially frustrating journey.
Kyle Shanahan News / Larry Brown Sports / September 6
Kyle Shanahan had great way of dodging question about 49ers’ injuries
Kyle Shanahan is officially back to cracking jokes as the NFL season draws closer. The San Francisco 49ers head coach spoke to reporters on Sunday night ahead of their Week 1 game against the Los Angeles Rams in Australia.
San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / September 6
49ers DE Nick Bosa, TE George Kittle On Track To Play In Week 1
The Week 1 availability of defensive end Nick Bosa and tight end George Kittle has been a key on-field storyline for the 49ers this offseason, as they will want all hands on deck in their season opener against the division-rival Rams.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 4
Former Aaron Donald teammate makes prediction for Rams' Week 1 game; Sean McVay shares update
As NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport shared, whether or not Los Angeles Rams superstar defensive lineman Aaron Donald will play in his club's regular-season opener versus the rival San Francisco 49ers in Melbourne, Australia, on Sept.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 4
49ers' Brock Purdy may have found a goldmine in new teammate
The San Francisco 49ers are coming up on a big season. They're a talented team, but what's hard is that they're competing in an equally talented division: the NFC West.
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