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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 27
49ers 2026 Schedule Preview Ranked by Championship Impact
The San Francisco 49ers face the longest travel schedule in NFL history with stops in Melbourne and Mexico City. This series previews every 2026 game ranked by championship impact—from early measuring sticks to the critical late-season clashes that will define the Niners' season and hopes for a deep playoff run.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 26
49ers' George Kittle shares update on Week 1 availability amid Achilles recovery
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle suffered a torn Achilles during the Wild Card playoff victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, forcing him to miss the following week's Divisional Round matchup against the Seattle Seahawks.
Kyle Juszczyk News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 26
Kyle Juszczyk Sounds Off on 49ers' Preparation for Australia Game
The weeks are flying by, and the San Francisco 49ers will kick off the regular season on the other side of the world. As the NFL expands its international reach, San Francisco will face the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia, before returning home for three consecutive games at Levi's Stadium.
The 'NFL passing-TD champions' quiz
How many of the NFL quarterbacks to lead the league in passing touchdowns for each season since the AFL/NFL merger in 1970 can you name in seven minutes?
Brock Purdy News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 26
49ers QB Brock Purdy Sends Super Bowl Message Heading into New Season
The San Francisco 49ers are raring to go ahead of the new season, especially after reaching the divisional round last year. 2025 showed that despite a revolving door of injuries on both sides of the ball, the franchise could still make the playoffs and be very much in the running.
The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise
Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 26
49ers hope to adjust Christian McCaffrey plan in 2026
After an injury-plagued 2025 season, Christian McCaffrey responded with a remarkable bounce-back 2026 campaign for the San Francisco 49ers, totaling 2,126 scrimmage yards and 17 touchdowns on a league-high 413 touches en route to NFL Comeback Player of the Year honors.
When Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch Knew Brock Purdy was 49ers’ Starting QB
Brock Purdy’s remarkable rise to becoming the starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers is still something special. Last pick of the draft, and then, as fate would have it, he was given an opportunity after season-ending injuries to Trey Lance and Jimmy Garoppolo in 2022.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 26
1 49ers player in danger of losing starting job after OTAs
The San Francisco 49ers have a bright mind leading the way, even though head coach Kyle Shanahan overused his star player last season. And the team has high hopes for 2026, along with an interesting preseason position battle.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 26
49ers rookie Kaelon Black aims to change draft narrative
The San Francisco 49ers faced immediate scrutiny after selecting running back Kaelon Black with the No. 90 overall pick in the third round of the NFL Draft—far earlier than many projections suggested.
Brandon Aiyuk News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 26
49ers Could Be Nearing a Brandon Aiyuk Release Deadline
The San Francisco 49ers are about to attend OTAs this week and turn their attention to the next season. However, most media attention is still on one lingering issue from last year.
The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft
With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.
Jed York News / 49ers Webzone / May 26
49ers owner Jed York reveals the only NFL Draft pick he ever pushed for
There's often a different energy when Jed York discusses players from his alma mater, the University of Notre Dame. For the most part, the San Francisco 49ers owner has stayed hands-off when it comes to draft decisions.
George Kittle News / NFL Analysis Network / May 26
George Kittle’s recovery timeline is already shaping San Francisco’s summer
George Kittle saying he plans to return well before November is encouraging. The larger issue for San Francisco is everything that happens before that.
Fred Warner News / 49ers Webzone / May 26
49ers' Fred Warner reveals secret behind remarkable rehab recovery
The San Francisco 49ers roster was hit hard by injuries last season, but few losses proved more significant than that of linebacker Fred Warner. The defensive star suffered a dislocated and fractured right ankle in Week 6, abruptly ending what had been a promising 2026 campaign.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / May 26
Kyle Shanahan makes worrisome Christian McCaffrey admission
McCaffrey led the team with 413 touches last season.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 26
49ers’ scariest pitfall to overcome on 2026 NFL schedule
The San Francisco 49ers face a huge task again this season. They are competing in the NFC West against the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks and the explosive Los Angeles Rams.
49ers Begin Offseason OTAs with Open Roster Spots
The San Francisco 49ers will hit the field for the first time in the 2026 offseason during OTAs. The 49ers have completed most of their offseason transactions, and with training camp approaching, these practices will shape expectations for the team’s outlook.
Brock Purdy News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 26
This Would Constitute a Successful Season for 49ers QB Brock Purdy
There is no doubt that Brock Purdy is capable of great things as the quarterback of the San Francisco 49ers. He’s consistently shown it. With him at the helm, the 49ers have reached the NFC Championship Game and the Super Bowl.
George Kittle News / Football Analysis / May 26
PETA Slams 49ers Star George Kittle — Says a 250-Pound NFL Player Had No Excuse
Four in the morning. Lights off, bathroom tile cold, and somewhere near the baseboard, something moved. Claire Kittle spotted it first and did what roughly half the population would do when confronted with eight legs in the dark: she woke up the biggest person in the house.
49ers Give Brock Purdy One of NFL’s Best Supporting Casts
Brock Purdy is in one of the best situations in the NFL to be in. The San Francisco 49ers supporting cast ranks seventh best according to Ralph Vacciano of Fox Sports. San Francisco has always had one of the best groups of players around the quarterback, and this year it might be as strong as ever on paper.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 25
49ers' Lynch and Shanahan detail how Brock Purdy won them over early in 2022
San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan recently appeared on the Tom Tolbert Show. They revisited how quarterback Brock Purdy quickly earned the organization's trust during his rookie season in 2022.
49ers FB Kyle Juszczyk Details What Makes Kyle Shanahan Elite
It’s undeniable that Kyle Shanahan is one of the best NFL head coaches. That’s been the case for the last several years. And it’s only been amplified after the miraculous 12-win season he led the 49ers to last year.
Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / May 25
49ers' Kyle Shanahan details frustration with Australia game vs. Rams
The San Francisco 49ers will play two international games during the 2026 NFL season. While the trip to Mexico City is relatively manageable—shorter than some of their East Coast road games—the same cannot be said for their matchup in Australia against the Los Angeles Rams.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 25
Even 49ers’ Kyle Shanahan knows he overused Christian McCaffrey in 2025
No player on the San Francisco 49ers was used more than All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey, who earned a whopping 413 touches during the 2025 NFL season.
Mac Jones News / Yardbarker / May 25
What does the future hold for Mac Jones, 49ers?
Jones led the team to a 5-3 record last season. He looked poised and in control of the offense for the first time since his rookie season.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / May 22
Why 49ers' Brock Purdy is glad he feels more pressure after Mike Evans signing
Purdy spoke about what he has experienced while working with Evans over the past couple of months.
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