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Ephesians Prysock News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 20
Ephesians Prysock Reveals Connections to 49ers After Being Drafted
The San Francisco 49ers’ decision to draft cornerback Ephesians Prysock has so far proven to be an excellent one. He's had an eventful training camp and impressed in the very first preseason game against the Tennessee Titans.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 20
49ers place running back on IR ahead of Chargers game, re-sign veteran
According to the NFL transaction report, the San Francisco 49ers have placed running back Patrick Taylor on the injured reserve list, ending his season for the second consecutive year.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 20
Four 49ers Players Most In Need of Big Performances in Preseason Week 2
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their second preseason game on Thursday night. The 49ers taking on the Los Angeles Chargers, and we know that the starters will play after getting the first game off.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 20
49ers rookie to get another look at crucial position against Chargers
San Francisco 49ers rookie offensive lineman Carver Willis missed valuable training camp reps due to a concussion. However, he returned to practice on August 10 and has quickly entrenched himself in the competition for the starting left guard job.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 20
6 49ers With the Most to Gain in Preseason Game vs. Chargers
The second preseason game for the San Francisco 49ers will take place tonight against the Los Angeles Chargers. They’ll get a second crack at the Chargers after they conducted a joint practice with them on Tuesday.
25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps
The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.
Bryson Eason News / Athlon Sports / August 20
One 49ers Rookie Has Everything to Gain in Preseason Week 2
The San Francisco 49ers didn’t put forth the best overall effort as a team in the preseason opener. It was a sloppy game, and the 49ers ended up losing 19-13.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 20
6 49ers Defenders Facing Huge Preseason Test Against the Chargers
The San Francisco 49ers' second preseason game will be a chance for us to see a good bit of the team's starters. However, depth battles and starting positions are still up for grabs as the team sorts things out.
San Francisco 49ers News / TWSN / August 20
49ers’ Biggest Defensive Problem Is Becoming Impossible to Ignore
When ESPN’s Marcus Spears says the 49ers can “never be slept on,” he’s correct. They won 12 games last season, narrowly losing out on the NFC’s number-one seed, and added multiple quality starters during the offseason.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 20
49ers position rankings: How PFF rates receiving corps, running backs, and secondary
Where do the San Francisco 49ers rank among the NFL's best position groups heading into the 2026 season? Pro Football Focus (PFF) attempted to answer that question with its latest rankings of all 32 receiving corps, running back groups, and secondaries.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 20
49ers' biggest concern in 2026 is D-line draft misses, says PFF
The San Francisco 49ers have high expectations heading into the 2026 NFL season. While the team has bolstered certain positions, including its receiving corps, concerns remain in other areas.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 20
49ers 53-Man Roster Breakdown: How Many Spots are Already Locked Up?
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their second preseason game on Thursday, against the Los Angeles Chargers. This will be another great opportunity to see who’s making progress and also how the team is feeling about certain things.
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026
Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.
Luke Farrell News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 20
Why the 49ers are Suddenly Optimistic About Tight End Luke Farrell
The San Francisco 49ers have plenty of established stars at most positions, but their depth at certain spots on both sides of the ball is lacking. Some players will inevitably make the 53-man roster despite a noticeable drop-off in quality from the starters ahead of them.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 20
5 49ers Offensive Players to Watch in Preseason Week 2
The San Francisco 49ers will play more starters in the second preseason game. However, those players will mostly just shake the rust off. The preseason is still about the depth battles and players who can set themselves up for breakout seasons.
K.J. Henry News / Viral Sports News / August 20
San Francisco 49ers Terminate Contract of Veteran Pass Rusher
The San Francisco 49ers have terminated the contract of veteran defensive end K.J. Henry, releasing the 27-year-old with an injury settlement after a brief and injury-interrupted stay in Santa Clara.
Brock Purdy News / Yardbarker / August 19
Brock Purdy calls out 49ers after joint practice with Chargers
The San Francisco 49ers are desperately looking for some momentum after injuries continue to riddle their roster. Kyle Shanahan's team can't seem to stay healthy, and that's clearly taking a toll on their execution.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 19
Why former NFL WR Andrew Hawkins disagrees with Raiders' reported Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza plan
A Tuesday update revealed that the Las Vegas Raiders are prepared to stick with their plan of starting veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins over rookie and No.1 draft pick Fernando Mendoza.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 18
Shanahan: 49ers DE Mykel Williams Considered A 'Long Shot' For Week 1
49ers’ second-year DE Mykel Williams finished last season in Week 9 after suffering a torn ACL. When speaking to reporters on Tuesday, HC Kyle Shanahan
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 18
49ers HC Kyle Shanahan dismisses two theories about Christian McCaffrey's ongoing absence
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan aimed to squash multiple theories about running back Christian McCaffrey's extended absence.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 18
Update on 49ers TE George Kittle’s 'eye-popping' recovery emerges after comments
While Kittle suffered a torn Achilles tendon back on Jan. 11, he has repeatedly made it known throughout 2026 that his goal has been to be cleared for the 49ers' regular-season opener in September.
Christian McCaffrey News / Yardbarker / August 18
NFL insider responds to contract theory about Christian McCaffrey missing 49ers practices
The theory is that McCaffrey is looking for a pay raise after Bijan Robinson of the Atlanta Falcons and Jahmyr Gibbs of the Detroit Lions reset the market for players at the RB position.
Aaron Donald News / Yardbarker / August 18
NFL insider sounds Aaron Donald alarm for Rams regarding Week 1 game vs. 49ers
Donald still hadn't ended his retirement and re-signed with the Rams as of Monday night.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 17
Christian McCaffrey hold-in theory mirrors tactic that worked on 49ers in recent years
Maybe McCaffrey is hurt. Maybe the San Francisco 49ers are simply being careful with a 30-year-old running back in the middle of August. Or maybe this has nothing to do with tight muscles.
Christian McCaffrey News / Yardbarker / August 17
Contract theory about Christian McCaffrey missing 49ers practices emerges
McCaffrey had been held out of four consecutive practices due to what was referred to as "tightness."
George Kittle News / Yardbarker / August 16
49ers TE George Kittle provides injury update: 'I don’t think that’d be a very smart idea'
Kittle is still targeting an improbable return for the San Francisco 49ers’ season opener.
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