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On YouTubeSan Francisco 49ers News / Field Level Media / January 7
49ers promote LB Eric Kendricks, place Tatum Bethune on IR ahead of playoffs
The San Francisco 49ers signed veteran linebacker Eric Kendricks from the practice squad to the active roster and placed starting linebacker Tatum Bethune (groin) on injured reserve on Wednesday, ending his season ahead of the playoffs.
Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / January 7
49ers decision: Will Kyle Shanahan suit up 3 QBs against the Eagles?
The NFC Championship Game against the Philadelphia Eagles following the 2022 season was a disaster for the San Francisco 49ers. Then-rookie Brock Purdy was starting only because the two quarterbacks ahead of him on the depth chart were injured.
The 'NFL passing TD leaders by year' 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 six minutes?
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 7
49ers makes 2 roster moves ahead of Eagles clash
The San Francisco 49ers have endured numerous injuries throughout the season, but have persevered to make the playoffs and will face the Philadelphia Eagles this weekend.
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 7
49ers vs. Eagles: Trent Williams and Ricky Pearsall won't practice Wednesday
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy sounded confident this week that left tackle Trent Williams would return for the team's Wild Card playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles this weekend.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 7
49ers Announce Five Moves For Wild Card Round
The San Francisco 49ers announced they’ve promoted LB Eric Kendricks to the active roster from the practice squad, placed LB Tatum Bethune on injured reserve,
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 7
49ers roster news: Kendricks promoted to active roster; Bethune to IR; Cowing's practice window opened; Other moves announced
The San Francisco 49ers announced several roster moves on Wednesday. Linebacker Eric Kendricks has been promoted from the practice squad to the active roster.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 7
What the 49ers have to do to have a successful season
If you look at the 49ers' season a certain way, it already seems like a success. They doubled their win total from 2024. They went from a six-win team to a 12-win team.
Spencer Burford News / 49ers Webzone / January 7
49ers find Spencer Burford replacement in 2026 NFL mock draft
Mike Renner released his latest 2026 NFL mock draft for CBS Sports, and he has the San Francisco 49ers addressing the interior of the offensive line in the first round.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 7
49ers' Brock Purdy sounds confident Trent Williams will play vs. Eagles
The San Francisco 49ers were without future Hall of Fame left tackle Trent Williams in Week 18 against the Seattle Seahawks. Williams suffered a hamstring injury on the first offensive play of the previous game against the Chicago Bears, forcing him to miss most of that contest as well.
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.
Texas-Tyler Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 7
Teams Holding Off On Requesting Interviews For HC Candidates On Wildcard Teams
According to Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports, there is an understanding amongst teams looking for a head coach to hold off on requesting interviews for candidates
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 7
49ers OC Klay Kubiak emerging as future head coach candidate
Klay Kubiak is in his first season as the offensive coordinator of the San Francisco 49ers, and his name is already drawing attention around the league.
Robert Saleh News / 49ers Webzone / January 7
49ers' Robert Saleh linked to Titans in head coaching search
The Arizona Cardinals have already requested permission to interview San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh for their head coaching vacancy, and they are unlikely to be the only team pursuing the 49ers assistant during this hiring cycle.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 7
Why the 49ers hope this player won't return for the Eagles
When it comes to the San Francisco 49ers and their 2025 season, the question has always come down to injuries. While that will still be the case on the 49ers' side in their Wild Card matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles, it is an interesting twist that arguably the most important injury status of the week will come from the Eagles' side.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 7
The San Francisco 49ers need this to beat the Philadelphia Eagles
The San Francisco 49ers have not created enough explosive plays on offense this year. Whether it be the injuries, the play calling, the quarterback, the explosive nature of this offense is not what you see from typical Super Bowl-winning units.
Robert Saleh News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 6
Robert Saleh could be the next head coach of a division foe
When the San Francisco 49ers hired Robert Saleh, they knew it may not be long until he is back to being the head coach of another NFL franchise. With the defense consistently playing over its head despite so many injuries, the expectation grew even more that this would be one-and-done for Saleh.
Kyzir White News / Pro Football Rumors / January 6
49ers To Sign LB Kyzir White
Battling a slew of injuries at linebacker as they prepare for a first-round playoff matchup against the Eagles on Sunday, the 49ers are adding veteran insurance at the position.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 7
Bills Announce Three Moves Including Signing K Matthew Wright
The Buffalo Bills announced they have signed K Matthew Wright to the practice squad and released OL Richard Gouraige. Buffalo has had some injury issues
Brock Purdy News / Athlon Sports / January 6
49ers’ Key To Playoff Success: Let Brock Purdy Create Outside the Pocket
In this series, Athlon Sports’ Doug Farrar takes a look at the one thing every playoff team in the wild-card round absolutely must do (or absolutely must not do) if they want to advance to the divisional frame and beyond.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 6
What the San Francisco 49ers do at linebacker in the Wild Card round
It would not be the San Francisco 49ers if they did not have to endure yet another injury during the playoffs. The team had been without Tatum Bethune for a short period, but now they will be without Bethune for the entirety of the playoffs.
San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / January 5
49ers LB Tatum Bethune Out For Playoffs; Latest On Fred Warner
The 49ers’ Week 18 loss to the Seahawks prevented them from securing the No. 1 seed in the NFC and a division title. To worsen matters, the 49ers’ banged-up defense took more shots in the regular-season finale.
Brock Purdy News / Athlon Sports / January 5
49ers Announce Brock Purdy News Amid Season-Ending Development
Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers will face the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC wild-card round on Sunday. The Niners secured the No. 6 seed in the conference and are set to face the No.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / January 5
Three 49ers Execs Among Dolphins’ Six GM Interview Requests
More than two months after letting Chris Grier go, the Dolphins are at work with GM interview requests. Six have gone out for an AFC East franchise that has not parted with HC Mike McDaniel.
Sam Darnold News / Yardbarker / January 4
Seahawks QB Sam Darnold proves doubters wrong by flipping script from last year
Darnold is now a member of the NFC's No. 1 seed after leading the Seattle Seahawks to a road victory over their rival San Francisco 49ers.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 4
Seahawks deliver emphatic statement in taking NFC No. 1 seed
The road to the Super Bowl in the NFC is going through Seattle after the Seattle Seahawks were 13-3 winners against the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday night.
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