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NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 11

Why the 49ers Will Beat the Philadelphia Eagles in the Playoffs

There's a good reason the Eagles are favored to beat the 49ers by nearly a touchdown this afternoon. The Eagles have the homefield advantage and the rest advantage considering they sat their starters last week while the 49ers lost a brutal game to the Seattle Seahawks just a few days before flying across the country.

George Kittle News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 10

49ers' George Kittle shares funny story explaining why he loves playing the Eagles

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle always loves sharing a funny anecdote. The 49ers are in Philadelphia to face the reigning Super Bowl champions in the Wild-Card Round of the 2025 season playoffs.

Trent Williams News / Pro Football Rumors / January 10

49ers LT Trent Williams Intends To Play In WC Round

Trent Williams suffered a hamstring injury early in Week 17, beginning a tenuous recovery process. The 49ers’ left tackle plans on suiting up tomorrow, but his status is still uncertain.

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The 'Active 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

Currently, 38 active NFL players have had multiple seasons with 1,000 or more receiving yards. How many can you name in five minutes?

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 10

Why this one reason should be all the motivation the 49ers need vs. Eagles

The San Francisco 49ers' reaching the playoffs is a testament to the organization from top to bottom. It may sound odd considering the 49ers’ place among the NFL’s most successful franchises, but this season deserves real praise.

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 10

Jay Glazer shares encouraging update on 49ers LB Fred Warner

In the lead-up to the start of Wild Card Weekend's action, FOX Sports insider Jay Glazer provided a notable update on San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner, who has been sidelined since Week 6 after suffering a dislocated and fractured right ankle.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 10

49ers Call Up Two Players For Wildcard Game

The San Francisco 49ers elevated LB Jalen Graham and WR Malik Turner from their practice squad on Saturday. Turner, 29, wound up signing on with the Seahawks as an undrafted free agent out of Illinois back in 2018.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / January 11

49ers make playoff roster moves ahead of Eagles Wild Card matchup

The 49ers announced a pair of roster moves on Saturday to help address ongoing wide receiver issues and a suddenly depleted linebacker corps ahead of Sunday's Wild Card playoff game in Philadelphia.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 10

Three Remarkable 49ers Expectedly Named as a 2025 All-Pro

The 2025 NFL All-Pro team has officially been released by The Associated Press. This is where the San Francisco 49ers will see which of their players have earned the honor.

Robert Saleh News / 49ers Webzone / January 10

Dolphins request interview with 49ers' Robert Saleh for head coaching vacancy

The list of NFL teams interested in interviewing San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh for their head coaching vacancies continues to grow.

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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.

Robert Saleh News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 10

Dolphins Request Interview With Robert Saleh For HC

Per Ian Rapoport, the Dolphins have requested an interview with 49ers DC Robert Saleh for their head coaching vacancy. He joins a list of candidates that

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 10

Where the 49ers can Surprisingly Exploit the Eagles

The season is on the line for the San Francisco 49ers when they face the Philadelphia Eagles in the Wild Card playoff matchup. Defeating them will not be easy.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 10

49ers vs. Eagles: 4 keys that can carry San Francisco past the Wild Card round

Faithful, this is playoff football—one game. Win or go home. The San Francisco 49ers are stepping into the NFC Wild Card round against a physical, battle-tested Philadelphia Eagles squad, and this matchup is going to be won in the details.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / January 10

Three 49ers earn All-Pro honors for the 2025 NFL season

Three San Francisco 49ers players earned All-Pro honors for the 2025 NFL season. Running back Christian McCaffrey and fullback Kyle Juszczyk were named first-team All-Pro selections, while left tackle Trent Williams earned second-team All-Pro recognition.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 10

49ers fans hungry for a win vs. Eagles will be well fed

Momentum, intrigue, playoff energy, and fan engagement converge this weekend as the San Francisco 49ers prepare for a hostile road test vs. the Philadelphia Eagles.

Ricky Pearsall News / Last Word On Sports / January 10

Ricky Pearsall Injury Update: 49ers WR’s Status Playoff Status Revealed

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall has been battling injury on and off throughout the 2025 season, and his latest ailments could force him to miss the first round of the playoffs.

George Kittle News / Last Word On Sports / January 10

George Kittle Injury Update: Star TE’s Status Revealed For 49ers-Eagles

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle has been battling an ankle injury for the past few weeks, but that won’t prevent him from suiting up in the Wild Card round.

Trent Williams News / Field Level Media / January 9

49ers LT Trent Williams questionable, but 'confident' he'll face Eagles

San Francisco left tackle Trent Williams is tracking toward playing, but the 12-time Pro Bowl selection will be a game-time decision for Sunday's wild-card matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 9

Here's the foolproof plan for the Eagles to expose depleted 49ers

The NFC wild-card playoff matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers appears evenly matched on the surface. However, the Eagles could hold a significant offensive advantage because of San Francisco’s severely depleted linebacker corps.

49ers TE George Kittle gives unexpected opinion on Eagles fans

Fred Warner's practice participation raises hopes of improbable return from injury

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San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active 1K-rushing-yard seasons' quiz

How many of the active NFL players who have rushed for 1,000 or more yards in a season can you name in five minutes?

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / January 9

Brock Purdy credits this teammate with saving 49ers' season

For a lengthy piece published on Friday, Purdy spoke with ESPN's Nick Wagoner about how this teammate helped save what could have become a lost campaign for the 49ers.

49ers TE George Kittle gives unexpected opinion on Eagles fans

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Fred Warner News / Yardbarker / January 8