San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Brock Purdy, Pat McAfee and the price of success: When is someone really worth the money?

Not that long ago, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy was going through contract negotiations. Many weighed in on how much he was worth, and many decried how much cap space his new contract would use up.

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49ers players react to Kyle Shanahan observing training camp practice

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan observed the team's first training camp practice on Sunday, just one day after the organization revealed that he had suffered significant injuries in a recent car accident.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 26

49ers training camp notes: Shanahan observes, Warner returns, Evans impresses, injury updates

The San Francisco 49ers officially reported to training camp this weekend, holding their first practice on Sunday. The session was open to fans, offering an early glimpse at how the team is taking shape ahead of the upcoming 2026 campaign.

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The 'NFL yards-per-catch leaders' quiz

How many of the players to lead the NFL in yards-per-reception since 2000 can you name in five minutes?

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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.

Kevin Givens News / Pro Football Rumors / July 26

49ers Bring Back DT Kevin Givens

On Saturday, the 49ers made several procedural moves. The team also cut defensive tackle Evan Anderson, although a replacement has been lined up in short order.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 26

49ers' Trent Williams amazed by Nick Bosa's recovery after ACL injury

For the second time in his NFL career, San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa had his season cut short by an ACL injury. The latest setback occurred in Week 3 of the 2025 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 26

The Most Important 49ers Extension Candidate Entering Training Camp

This will be one of the most vital summers in the career of San Francisco 49ers safety Ji’Ayir Brown. Brown is a free agent after this year. The range of outcomes for his career after this season varies from being benched to being let go after the season, all the way to being given a long-term extension before the season even starts.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 26

How will Kyle Shanahan's absence affect the 49ers on the field?

Kyle Shanahan's absence will undoubtedly be felt by the San Francisco 49ers. The question is how much it will affect them on the field. His absence will obviously be felt much more if he were to miss games, but how about training camp?

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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.

Nick Bosa News / 49ers Webzone / July 26

First look: 49ers DE Nick Bosa practices with teammates after ACL injury

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa was not among the four players placed on the active/physically unable to perform (PUP) list to open training camp, signaling that he has been fully cleared to participate.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 26

49ers officially announce roster moves ahead of first training camp practice

The San Francisco 49ers announced several roster moves on Sunday, just before the team's first training camp practice. The biggest move was the signing of defensive lineman Kevin Givens to a one-year contract.

Kevin Givens News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 26

49ers Signed DT Kevin Givens

The San Francisco 49ers announced they have signed DT Kevin Givens to the roster. The move was announced with a big batch of others, including releasing

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 26

49ers reveal why Chris Foerster was chosen as interim head coach

San Francisco 49ers assistant head coach and offensive line coach Chris Foerster will step into the lead role as interim head coach while Kyle Shanahan recovers from injuries sustained in a recent car accident.

Kyle Shanahan News / Larry Brown Sports / July 26

Kyle Shanahan’s status for Week 1 has been revealed

San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan’s Week 1 status has been revealed after he suffered serious injuries in a car accident 12 days ago. 49ers president John Lynch said he anticipates that Shanahan will be able to coach the team’s Week 1 game in Melbourne without any difficulty.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / July 26

49ers GM John Lynch On WR Brandon Aiyuk: “He’s Not On Our Roster”

Considering the nature of WR Brandon Aiyuk ’s offseason storylines, it was not surprising that 49ers GM John Lynch was asked multiple Aiyuk-related questions on Saturday, when veterans reported for training camp.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / July 25

Nick Bosa, Fred Warner Cleared To Participate In Training Camp; 49ers Move Four To Active/PUP List

The health of multiple 49ers defensive stars has been a key offseason talking point. In the case of edge rusher Nick Bosa and linebacker Fred Warner, though, the period leading up to training camp has provided a positive update.

Brock Purdy News / Viral Sports News / July 25

Report: 49ers Already Eyeing Potential Brock Purdy Replacement

The San Francisco 49ers have never been a franchise content to settle when the ultimate prize remains out of reach. That reality hangs over Brock Purdy as he enters the 2026 season under a new five-year, $265 million contract that ranks among the richest deals in the NFL.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / July 26

49ers GM John Lynch provides update on Kyle Shanahan after car crash

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan will be limited for the start of the team's training camp as he continues to recover from injuries suffered in a car crash on July 14.

Shanahan suffered serious injuries in offseason car crash

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