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49ers star Christian McCaffrey’s latest issue reminds fans of concerning 2024 trend

Injury woes continue to be on Christian McCaffrey’s radar as the superstar running back gears up for the San Francisco 49ers’ 2026 campaign. McCaffrey is preparing for the 10th season of his NFL career, his fifth with the 49ers.

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49ers’ biggest bombshell surprise from 2026 NFL training camp

Romello Height has emerged as the San Francisco 49ers’ biggest bombshell surprise of the 2026 training camp by appearing ready to contribute sooner and more extensively than anticipated.

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49ers fans will love Klay Kubiak’s early review of Deebo Samuel after return

As their training camp rolls on, San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel is getting more reacclimated in the Bay Area following his return after a one-year stint with the Washington Commanders.

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49ers Injuries Continue to Mount as Training Camp Rolls On

The San Francisco 49ers are hoping their growing list of training camp injuries is nothing more than a temporary setback, but the number of players missing practice continues to be a concern as the regular season gets closer.

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The 'Rushing TD leaders by season' quiz

Since 1990, 46 NFL running backs have led or tied for the lead in rushing touchdowns on the season. How many of these leaders can you name in five minutes?

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

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49ers Training Camp has Raised More Questions than Answers

A week and a half of 49ers training camp has passed, and the projections for the 2026 season look worse than before the team hit the practice field. The

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Running Back Depth Could Become a Problem for 49ers in 2026

The San Francisco 49ers are dealing with some injuries. I know, I know, that's a shocking revelation. In all seriousness, injuries are nothing new for the 49ers, and this summer has so far been no different.

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49ers 'Managing' Christian McCaffrey Ahead of Joint Practices

If you are a fan of the San Francisco 49ers, then you know the team has been ravaged by injuries over the last several seasons. Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey, George Kittle, Nick Bosa, and Fred Warner are just some of the key players who have missed substantial time.

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'High level of confidence' 49ers TE George Kittle will play Week 1 vs. Rams

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle did a good deal of work on the side during Monday's practice, more than he has done at any point during training camp.

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Kyle Shanahan Gets Blunt About the 49ers Losing Ricky Pearsall

Kyle Shanahan held a press conference on Saturday for the very first time since the 49ers began training camp. It's a sign that he's close to a full recovery from his car accident.

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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.

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Dre Greenlaw’s training camp intensity will have 49ers on their toes

The San Francisco 49ers are happy about the return of Dre Greenlaw, and one player called him a bully on the field. Also, Greenlaw’s intensity in training camp will have the 49ers players on their toes, according to a post on X by Vic Tafur.

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‘High Level Of Confidence’ TE George Kittle Is Available To Play Season Opener

According to Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports, there’s a “high level of confidence” 49ers TE George Kittle will be able to play the season-opener against the Rams.

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Brock Purdy's fiery persona often emerges—and the 49ers love it

Whenever San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy speaks to reporters, he's typically even-keeled and mellow. However, there are times on the field when a more fiery version of Purdy emerges, revealing just how competitive the 49ers quarterback can be.

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San Francisco 49ers’ winning window continues to get a lot cloudier heading into a pivotal 2026 NFL season

Are the San Francisco 49ers a legitimate Super Bowl contender in 2026? The debates continue to rage on about this snake-bitten group. The San Francisco 49ers have dealt with injuries for over a decade.

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49ers bring in ex-Bills RB for workout amid Christian McCaffrey absence

The San Francisco 49ers are squeezing whatever is left out of Christian McCaffrey. But the 49ers sat McCaffrey out Monday over what became described as “tightness.” SF opted to bring in a former Buffalo Bills running back in response to the NFL Training Camp injury.

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49ers Training Camp Practice Number 10: Brock Purdy to De'Zhaun Stribling building steam, Nick Bosa still missing, offensive line battle, and other quick hits

The San Francisco 49ers held their 10th practice of training camp Monday, and while it was a relatively light session, there was plenty to take away from the day.

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A New 49ers Practice Facility: Where, When, and How Much?

Whether you believe in the injury-inducing powers of the Substation or not, the Niners need more room for a new practice facility. Add that Dolphins owner Stephen Ross has built a high-rise hotel with an unobstructed view of the current practice fields, and moving just makes sense.