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The San Francisco 49ers have built their identity on defensive dominance. From their Super Bowl run in 2019 to recent NFC Championship appearances, the formula has been consistent: overwhelm opposing quarterbacks with relentless pressure.

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49ers free agency: Can Odafe Oweh boost the pass rush?

Edge rusher Odafe Oweh is expected to draw strong interest in free agency after the Los Angeles Chargers declined to use the franchise tag. With the San Francisco 49ers coming off a season in which they recorded a league-low 20 sacks, Oweh could emerge as a target to reinforce the defensive front.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / March 3

49ers Should Trade for This Newly Available Edge Rusher

During the NFL scouting combine, John Lynch made it clear that the San Francisco 49ers will be making improvements to their defensive front. It makes sense why he and the 49ers want to after finishing dead last in sacks (20) this past season.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / March 3

49ers eye O-line help in latest Charles Davis 2026 NFL mock draft

After previously projecting a skill-position pick for the San Francisco 49ers, NFL Media analyst Charles Davis shifted gears in his latest 2026 NFL mock draft.

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Trey Hendrickson News / 49ers Webzone / March 3

49ers free agency: Trey Hendrickson reportedly set to hit the open market

Trey Hendrickson is expected to be an intriguing name when NFL free agency kicks off next week, and the San Francisco 49ers could at least explore the possibility of adding the veteran pass rusher.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / March 3

Why the Trade Market for 49ers QB Mac Jones is Silent

It's quiet. A little too quiet. That is what the trade market has been like for the San Francisco 49ers regarding Mac Jones, per The Athletic. At this point in the offseason, the 49ers should've had suitors for Jones.

Jonathan Greenard News / 49ers Webzone / March 3

49ers linked to Vikings pass rusher Jonathan Greenard amid trade report

The San Francisco 49ers are expected to prioritize pass-rush help this offseason after finishing with a league-low 20 sacks in 2025—six fewer than the next-closest team.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / March 3

The Wide Receiver the 49ers Could Target in Round 1 This Year

The San Francisco 49ers are going to need to address wide receiver this offseason. That could be in both free agency and the NFL draft. One name that is starting to get linked to the team in the first round is Jordyn Tyson.

Deebo Samuel News / 49ers Webzone / March 3

49ers reunion with Deebo Samuel? Speculation begins to heat up

Much of the offseason conversation surrounding the San Francisco 49ers has centered on their wide receiver room—particularly the departure of Brandon Aiyuk and the uncertain future of Jauan Jennings.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / March 3

PFF names 49ers' best-case scenario in Round 1 of 2026 NFL Draft

With the NFL Scouting Combine in the books, mock drafts continue to shape narratives ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. The San Francisco 49ers, who have multiple offseason needs, are already being linked to several first-round possibilities.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / March 3

This Free Agent Wide Receiver Could be the Perfect Fit for the 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers are going to need to address wide receiver at multiple points this offseason, especially if they lose Jauan Jennings in addition to Brandon Aiyuk.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 3

ESPN mock draft gives 49ers star WR who just put haters in their place at NFL Combine

With Brandon Aiyuk poised to leave the franchise and Jauan Jennings set to be a free agent, the San Francisco 49ers must add some wide receiver talent during the offseason.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / March 3

Why the 49ers Do Not Have a Free Agent They Must Re-Sign

27 players are slated to be free agents on the San Francisco 49ers. At this time, the 49ers should be figuring out which free agents they must try to bring back.

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Brian Robinson Jr. News / 49ers Webzone / March 3

The perfect landing spot for 49ers free agent Brian Robinson Jr.

The NFL offseason is always full of surprises, but sometimes opportunity knocks in the most unexpected ways. For pending San Francisco 49ers free agent running back Brian Robinson Jr., his next landing spot may have just fallen into place.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / March 3

49ers' Mac Jones gets bad news about possibly receiving a starting QB job

Will Jones have to wait another year for an opportunity to be a starting QB?

NFL executives give Colts QB Anthony Richardson Sr. bad news amid trade rumors

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Fred Warner News / 49ers Webzone / March 2

49ers' Fred Warner earns No. 1 PFF ranking despite injury-shortened season

The San Francisco 49ers had hoped to get Fred Warner back for the NFC Championship Game, believing their defensive leader could help power another Super Bowl run.

Jauan Jennings News / 49ers Webzone / March 2

Are the 49ers prepared to let Jauan Jennings walk in free agency?

The future of Jauan Jennings was among the topics circulating at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, where media members gathered insight on the San Francisco 49ers' offseason plans.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / March 2

Who the 49ers Must Re-Sign in Free Agency — and Who They Don't

With the NFL scouting combine wrapped up, the next key offseason phase for the San Francisco 49ers to hone in on will be free agency. That will be the first step towards improving their team, but their first order of business will be to determine which free agents they must re-sign and which ones they don't want to.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / March 2

49ers select O-lineman with one concern in Lance Zierlein's mock draft

Will the San Francisco 49ers be swayed by a single measurable? Arm length sparked pre-draft discussions ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft when it came to former LSU left tackle Will Campbell, whose 32 5/8-inch arms raised questions despite his impressive résumé.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / March 2