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NFL News / Last Word On Sports / December 19
49ers Key Players to Watch in Week 16 vs. Colts
The San Francisco 49ers enter Week 16 at 10–4, firmly in playoff position with three games remaining. Read on for 49ers key players to watch as San Francisco faces the struggling Indianapolis Colts.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 19
4 Indianapolis Colts that the San Francisco 49ers must focus on
The Indianapolis Colts have gone 1-5 in their last six games. Key players at impact positions are now out, and the team is sputtering to the finish line.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 19
One 49ers player is almost guaranteed to get a $500k bonus vs. Colts
The San Francisco 49ers have had only one player record a 500-plus receiving-yard season this year. And it has not come from a wide receiver or even a tight end, but from their running back, Christian McCaffrey, who is closing in on becoming the first NFL player ever to record 1,000 rushing and 1,000 receiving yards in the same season twice.
The 'NFL's active TD-catch leaders' quiz
How many of the active NFL players with at least 30 touchdown receptions in their career can you name in six minutes?
Brandon Aiyuk News / Athlon Sports / December 19
Three Fits for 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk in 2026
After six seasons with the team, it appears San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk will be playing elsewhere in 2026. Ahead of the 2024 season, Aiyuk signed a four-year, $120 million deal to play for San Francisco.
The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season
All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 18
The 49ers absolutely nailed this contract decision
When the San Francisco 49ers extended Colton McKivitiz during the season, it was seen as a debatable decision. On one hand, McKivitz was a quality starter at tackle, and you do not let that leave.
Philip Rivers News / 49ers Webzone / December 18
Why the 49ers can't underestimate Philip Rivers in clash with Colts
The San Francisco 49ers defense will face Philip Rivers on Monday night. The 44-year-old recently came out of retirement to sign with the Indianapolis Colts following Daniel Jones' season-ending injury.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / December 18
49ers vs. Colts injury report: 6 players miss practice ahead of MNF clash
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 16 contest against the Indianapolis Colts on Monday night at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Matt Judon News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 18
Why the 49ers Must Avoid Adding Former Dolphin Matthew Judon
By far, the worst unit on the San Francisco 49ers is their pass rushers. Injuries have decimated this area. They don’t have Nick Bosa and rookie Mykel Williams after they both tore their ACLs earlier in the season.
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 / December 18
Kyle Shanahan: 49ers' Brandon Aiyuk has been 'extremely distant' since injury
Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk may have played his final snap for the San Francisco 49ers. The team recently placed him on the reserve/left squad list after being unable to maintain contact with the wideout.
Ricky Pearsall News / 49ers Webzone / December 18
49ers injury updates: Ricky Pearsall held out of Thursday's practice
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall will not take part in Thursday's practice—the team's first on-field session of the week—as he continues to recover from multiple injuries.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 18
49ers bold predictions for Week 16 Monday Night Football clash vs. Colts
The San Francisco 49ers could clinch a playoff berth before they play the Colts. And they aren’t taking the Colts’ QB situation for granted. Furthermore, here are bold predictions for the Week 16 Monday Night Football clash.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 18
49ers' dream playoff scenario with 3 weeks left in regular season
The San Francisco 49ers are 10-4 and riding a four-game winning streak while sitting in third place. While the Seattle Seahawks prepare to host the Los Angeles Rams, the Niners still have a legitimate chance of snagging the 1 seed in the NFC.
Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / December 17
49ers teammate reveals how Brock Purdy's return boosts the team
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings is certainly benefiting from Brock Purdy's return to the lineup following the quarterback's lengthy recovery from a turf toe injury.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 17
Mac Jones could be poised to steal Daniel Jones' job
Mac Jones has likely played his way into an opportunity to be a franchise's starting quarterback in 2026.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 16
Why 49ers' Kyle Shanahan wanted Philip Rivers to reconsider return to NFL, Colts
49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan revealed he spoke with Rivers last week when the signal-caller was chatting with San Francisco assistant coach Gus Bradley.
Christian McCaffrey News / Yardbarker / December 16
Why 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey should be in NFL MVP conversation
McCaffrey should rightfully be in the NFL Most Valuable Player conversation with how reliable he's been for the club.
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