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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 15

One 49ers Rookie With the Best Chance to Surprise Everyone

One of the best parts about the San Francisco 49ers entering training camp is seeing how their rookies look. This year’s draft class was a heavily scrutinized one, so this is the 49ers' first step towards being justified.

Mike Evans News / 49ers Webzone / July 15

49ers' Mike Evans left off ESPN's top-10 wide receiver rankings

The San Francisco 49ers signed veteran wide receiver Mike Evans this offseason as part of a major overhaul of their receiving corps. The hope is that the six-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champion can elevate the offense while giving quarterback Brock Purdy a dependable boundary target and a proven red-zone weapon.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 15

Mike Macdonald sends message to Seahawks about dealing with stacked NFC West

The Seahawks are defending Super Bowl champions, but the division rival Rams and 49ers made significant additions this offseason.

Adam Schefter weighs in on Aaron Donald comeback buzz after workout with Rams

Why Seahawks' Grey Zabel viewed Rams' Myles Garrett trade as 'a Christmas present'

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How many of the players to hold an NFL franchise single-season record for rushing touchdowns can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Yardbarker / July 15

Schefter gives more bad news to Aiyuk amid latest Commanders reports

Adam Schefter has more bad news for Brandon Aiyuk amid latest Commanders reports

Aiyuk has raised eyebrows and sparked concerns among members of the football community due to curious comments he has made in videos shared via social media over the past few months.

Insider names two potential Stefon Diggs destinations amid Brandon Aiyuk situation

Adam Schefter weighs in on Aaron Donald comeback buzz after workout with Rams

Adam Schefter shares new update on Buccaneers, Baker Mayfield contract standoff

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The top beneficiaries from the 2026 NFL offseason

NFL teams annually make moves late in the summer, but rosters are mostly set after free agency and the draft. Here are the players who benefited from this year's offseason carousel.

Brock Purdy News / Anubis Sports / July 15

Brock Purdy Deserves A Spot In Top-10 Quarterback Rankings

It’s not often that the final pick in the draft becomes an NFL team’s prized possession. Even with hard work and dedication, many late-round selections disappear into obscurity.

Brandon Aiyuk News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 14

Former 49ers Star Says the Quiet Part Out Loud About Brandon Aiyuk

It's undeniable that Brandon Aiyuk has done irreparable damage to his image in the last month. He's constantly posted on social media with weird antics, taking shots at the San Francisco 49ers, pretending to be signed to the Washington Commanders, and taking shots at Jayden Daniels.

Fred Warner News / A to Z Sports / July 14

NFL just proved that even an injury can’t stop 49ers’ Fred Warner from being the best inside linebacker in the league

Fred Warner may have missed significant time in 2025, but the NFL still views him as the best of the best at the inside linebacker position. Fred Warner missed significant time for the San Francisco 49ers for the first time in his career during the 2025 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 14

Why Mike Evans-centric offense is unlike anything 49ers’ Kyle Shanahan has ever had

The San Francisco 49ers managed to sign Mike Evans to a three-year, $42.4 million contract this offseason, where he will be paired up with head coach Kyle Shanahan.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / July 14

Multiple 49ers DL Expected To Return For Training Camp

The 49ers were ravaged with injuries last year, particularly on defense, but several key players are on track to return early in, if not at the beginning of, training camp later this month.

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 14

49ers Full 90-Man Roster Entering Training Camp and Who's on the Bubble

As the San Francisco 49ers get ready for training camp, it is a good time to review the 90-man roster and see where the team stands. What positions are deeper than others, and where are the training camp battles?

Robert Saleh News / 49ers Webzone / July 14

Robert Saleh names 49ers' biggest rookie surprise from last season

The San Francisco 49ers invested heavily in their defense during the 2025 NFL Draft, using six of their 11 selections on defensive players, including each of their first five picks.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 14

Where the 49ers landed in CBS Sports' NFL 'Triplets' rankings

Where does the San Francisco 49ers' offensive trio of quarterback, running back, and pass-catcher rank among the NFL's best? Jared Dubin of CBS Sports released his annual "Triplets" rankings, evaluating every team's top quarterback, running back, and pass-catcher to determine the league's strongest offensive trios.

Mac Jones News / 49ers Webzone / July 14

Writer urges 49ers to consider trading one player—at the right price

There was plenty of speculation surrounding San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones this offseason. Many believed the team could trade Brock Purdy's backup before or during the 2026 NFL Draft.

Fred Warner News / 49ers Webzone / July 14

49ers' Fred Warner tops ESPN's off-ball linebacker rankings despite coming off injury

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner remains one of the NFL's most respected defensive players. Although he missed 11 games last season after suffering a dislocated and fractured right ankle, the All-Pro linebacker still earned the top spot in a prominent offseason ranking.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 14

How 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan has Limited Brock Purdy the Past Two Years

Every time a 49ers quarterback does well, Kyle Shanahan gets most of the credit. And he deserves it, some of the time. NFL coaches and executives recently

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 13

Analyst: 49ers offense the 'most dangerous' in the NFC West

Few are picking the San Francisco 49ers to win the NFC West in 2026. After all, the Los Angeles Rams enter the season as Super Bowl favorites, while the Seattle Seahawks are the defending NFC West champions.

Trent Williams News / A to Z Sports / July 13

49ers’ Trent Williams just proved that he still has years left in the tank following surge in NFL offensive tackle rankings

The NFL just proved that 49ers OT Trent Williams is still at the peak of his powers, if not even better than he was last year, following league personnel’s rankings of the top-10 offensive tackles in the league.

George Kittle News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 13

George Kittle Ahead Of Schedule In Achilles Rehab

The 49ers have maintained hope that TE George Kittle will be ready for Week 1 after suffering a torn Achilles in the team’s wild card loss to the Eagles last year.

Fred Warner News / Pro Football Rumors / July 13

49ers LB Fred Warner Fully Healthy

Optimism remains high with respect to the 49ers’ defense being much healthier to begin this season than it was at the end of the 2025 campaign. That includes the anticipated return of Fred Warner.

San Francisco 49ers News / Stadium Rant / July 13

49ers Training Camp 2026: Biggest Storylines, Position Battles And Players To Watch

The San Francisco 49ers officially open training camp on July 26th with a roster that looks dramatically different from the group that finished last season.

Trent Taylor News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 12

Former NFL WR Trent Taylor Formally Retired

Former NFL WR Trent Taylor announced he has formally retired, per the San Francisco 49ers. Taylor was drafted by the 49ers, spent most of his career with the team and was most recently with the 49ers last year before going on injured reserve in June. Taylor, 32, is a former fifth-round pick of the 49ers back in 2017 out of Louisiana Tech.