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NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 26
49ers most to blame for shocking upset loss to Falcons
The San Francisco 49ers are undefeated no more. San Francisco’s undefeated season came to an end in a brutal 29-20 loss against Atlanta. The 49ers were competitive to start the game, but were outscored 17-6 in the second half.
Mike Evans News / Athlon Sports / October 26
Former 49ers Star Disses Mike Evans: ‘He Was Just Catching Some Average Plays’
For many years, Mike Evans has been one of the NFL’s most consistently productive wide receivers. He went over 1,000 receiving yards in each of his first 11 seasons, tying the record for the most such consecutive seasons, which was set by San Francisco 49ers legend Jerry Rice.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 26
Raiders' Klint Kubiak explains Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza decision for Jets game
After the Las Vegas Raiders' 35-21 loss to the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday that dropped what was once a 3-0 Las Vegas side to 3-4 on the season, head coach Klint Kubiak teased that he could bench starting quarterback Kirk Cousins in favor of rookie Fernando Mendoza for Las Vegas' matchup at the 2-5 New York Jets on Nov. 1.
The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz
How many of the players responsible for the best rushing season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 26
49ers insider predicts 'two or three trades' ahead of deadline
The previously unbeaten San Francisco 49ers exposed some weaknesses in Sunday's upset loss to the Atlanta Falcons. While players returning from injury
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
San Francisco 49ers News / Lindy's Sports / October 26
The 49ers’ first loss exposed how thin they are
The score matters less than how it happened. As Fox Sports’ Greg Auman wrote, San Francisco’s toughest opponent right now is its own injury report. Mike Evans, the 33-year-old who has carried the passing game, sat out with an Achilles injury.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 26
8 Winners and Losers From 49ers' Week 7 Loss to Falcons
Despite playing sloppily for the majority of the game, the San Francisco 49ers were in it until the final minutes against the Atlanta Falcons. Unfortunately, they couldn't get enough of their players to step up, leading them to lose for the first time this season, 29-20.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 26
49ers' Brock Purdy on impact of Christian McCaffrey's injury against Falcons
San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey appeared poised for a big game Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons. He opened the contest with three carries for 28 yards and two receptions for 40 yards, helping the 49ers reach first-and-goal at the 5-yard line on their opening drive.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 26
Insider Links the 49ers to One of Their Former Defensive Stars on the Trade Market
The San Francisco 49ers finally lost a game on Sunday when they fell to the Atlanta Falcons, 29-20. While it wasn’t exactly a disaster, it was a reminder that they aren’t invincible and that they could use a reinforcement or two to solidify their Super Bowl hopes.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 26
49ers insider send warning to team about 1 of its biggest problems, and it’s not injuries
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan offered a frank critique after kicker Eddy Pineiro missed another extra point. He acknowledged that while this blunder did not affect the outcome of their recent victory, the ongoing issues with kicking must be resolved to preserve their undefeated status.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 26
49ers' Week 7 Loss Reveals 4 Rising Players
While the San Francisco 49ers lost in Week 7, they did see some performers step up and improve their stock. Who might come out of the bye week with more work or a greater appreciation for their role?
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Jacksonville Jaguars News / Yardbarker / October 26
Liam Coen insists Brian Thomas Jr. will 'make plays' for Jaguars despite trade deadline rumors
While speaking with reporters on Monday, Coen indicated that Thomas will get more than a look or two when 4-2 Jacksonville hosts the 2-5 Indianapolis Colts on Nov. 1.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 26
49ers vs. Falcons PFF grades: Best and worst from the game, plus snap counts
The San Francisco 49ers fell to 6-1 after a 29-20 loss to the Atlanta Falcons in Week 7. Pro Football Focus released its grades and snap counts, offering a closer look at which 49ers players stood out and who still has work to do.
Christian McCaffrey News / Athlon Sports / October 26
Christian McCaffrey’s Mysterious Explanation About the Injury He Sustained on Sunday
The San Francisco 49ers are no longer undefeated this season. They lost 29-20 to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, and one reason was likely that they had to go to war with a seriously depleted roster.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 26
Ranking the 49ers Top NFL Trade Deadline Targets From Realistic to Delusional
As the San Francisco 49ers head into the bye week, the team will update their needs on the trade market. Based on The Athletic’s top 50 names available at the trade deadline, which players are the most realistic for the 49ers?
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 26
Trent Williams Hints at Staying With the 49ers for Three More Years
Generally speaking, NFL players don’t last as long as their NBA or Major League Baseball brethren. Football is a violent, brutal sport, and these days, some choose to retire when they still have several years left in them because of the danger of brain trauma.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 26
What We Learned About the 49ers in their Loss to the Atlanta Falcons
We learned more about the 49ers from one loss this season than from all six wins combined. In the wins, we learned that the 49ers can beat any team in the NFL, even the defending Super Bowl Champion Seahawks in Seattle, if Mike Evans is healthy.
Kaelon Black News / TWSN / October 26
Kaelon Black Will Be Fantasy Football’s Most Valuable Bench Stash
During the San Francisco 49ers‘ Week 7 game against the Atlanta Falcons, Kaelon Black emerged as a player that fantasy managers should try to store on their bench as soon as possible if he is still available.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 26
49ers Have More Than Injuries to Blame for First Loss
The San Francisco 49ers have spent much of this season finding ways to win despite an extraordinary number of injuries. Entering Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons, their top five wide receivers were unavailable, leaving Kyle Shanahan with a severely depleted offense.
George Kittle News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 26
49ers’ George Kittle knows it’s no secret why San Francisco took first L against Falcons
George Kittle believes the San Francisco 49ers have nobody to blame but themselves after suffering their first loss of 2026. San Francisco fell 29-20 to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, with Brock Purdy also refusing to make excuses.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 25
How the 49ers' Week 7 loss was made worse by NFC West results
The San Francisco 49ers suffered their first loss of the season in Week 7, falling 29-20 to the Atlanta Falcons in an upset on Sunday. Results elsewhere in the NFC West only made it worse.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 25
49ers are looking mortal after sloppy loss to Falcons
The San Francisco 49ers earned their first loss of the season on Sunday, a 29-20 defeat to the Atlanta Falcons in Atlanta.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 25
49ers' bye week comes at perfect time after first loss of season
Few NFL fans truly believed the San Francisco 49ers would go unbeaten this season, especially not with all the injuries that were piling up.
Christian Kirk News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 24
49ers Make Five Moves, Activate WR Christian Kirk
The San Francisco 49ers announced Saturday that they’ve processed five roster moves for Week 7. The full list includes: 49ers signed DE Ogbonnia Okoronkwo to the practice squad.
Nick Bosa News / Pro Football Rumors / October 24
49ers Optimistic About Post-Bye Nick Bosa Return
The 49ers could have Nick Bosa back after their bye week. There is a “high level of optimism” that the star edge rusher will be able to return against the Raiders in Week 9, per CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz.
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