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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 17
Steve Mariucci doubts 49ers' George Kittle will be ready for week 1: 'He's not there yet'
The San Francisco 49ers are hoping George Kittle will be ready to return for the start of the regular season, but former 49ers head coach Steve Mariucci isn't convinced that will happen.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 17
49ers releasing veteran running back ahead of Chargers trip
ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that the San Francisco 49ers are releasing veteran running back Khalil Herbert ahead of the team's trip to Southern California for a joint practice with the Los Angeles Chargers on Tuesday and a preseason game against the Chargers on Thursday.
Khalil Herbert News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 17
49ers Releasing RB Khalil Herbert
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the 49ers are releasing RB Khalil Herbert. Herbert, 28, is a former sixth-round pick of the Bears out of Virginia Tech back in 2021.
Christian McCaffrey News / 49ers Webzone / August 17
49ers' Christian McCaffrey contract speculation emerges after training camp setback
NFL situations are often overanalyzed by the media, and that may be the case with San Francisco 49ers star running back Christian McCaffrey's recent training camp setback.
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.
De'Zhaun Stribling News / 49ers Webzone / August 17
49ers rookie De'Zhaun Stribling earns high grade for NFL debut
NFL Media draft analyst Chad Reuter reviewed the initial slate of NFL preseason games ahead of the 2026 season and assigned a grade to one intriguing rookie from each matchup.
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.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 17
49ers pass-rush concerns influence 2027 NFL mock draft
The San Francisco 49ers' pass rush was ineffective last season, producing a disappointing 20 sacks—the fewest in the NFL. Of course, losing Nick Bosa for most of the season played a significant role in those struggles.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 17
Whether the 49ers Like It or Not, Aaron Donald Might Be Coming Back
Aaron Donald could come out of retirement for the Los Angeles Rams. That's bad news for the San Francisco 49ers. Donald ended his 10-year NFL career after the 2023 season, retiring pretty early for someone of his level of talent.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 17
Steve Mariucci: Brock Purdy has already proven he's good enough to win a Super Bowl
There has been no shortage of pressure placed on Brock Purdy heading into the 2026 season. After signing a massive long-term contract last year, Purdy is no longer the surprise seventh-round quarterback trying to prove he belongs.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / August 17
49ers Report Card: Grading Each Position Group in Preseason Loss to Titans
The San Francisco 49ers played the Tennessee Titans in the preseason opener and lost 19-13. It definitely wasn't the prettiest game, but the main goal is to evaluate talent, and the 49ers were able to do that.
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.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 17
49ers Unknown Sleeper Has Clear Path to 53-Man Roster
One of the most underrated options for the San Francisco 49ers to have a realistic path to the 53-man roster is tight end Hayden Rucci. The combination
San Francisco 49ers 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."
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 17
Full Projection of 49ers’ Starting Lineup Following Week 1 Preseason Loss
The San Francisco 49ers got their first preseason game out of the way. The team went up against the Tennessee Titans and lost 19-13. Most of the starters didn't play for the 49ers, so we got to see some good snaps from young guys and players on the bubble.
George Kittle News / Larry Brown Sports / August 17
New detail emerges on George Kittle’s injury
George Kittle is holding on to hope that he will be ready to go by Week 1 of the 2026 NFL regular season. The San Francisco 49ers tight end is still working
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 17
49ers Wide Receiver Depth Chart has Completely Changed Since Last Week
The San Francisco 49ers wide receiver depth chart already looks completely different from what it did when the team arrived at training camp, and they have only played in one game.
George Kittle News / HITC / August 17
49ers TE George Kittle reveals his target NFL return date after Achilles recovery
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is nearing his return to the field after suffering an Achilles tear in January 2026. The 33-year-old Kittle had 57 receptions and 628 yards in 11 games last season, struggling through hamstring injuries before his Achilles tear in the Wild Card round vs.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 16
49ers Urged to Add Veteran Reinforcements to Banged-Up Running Back Room
This is going to shock absolutely nobody, but the San Francisco 49ers are having injury issues this summer. The running back room, in particular, has been ravaged by injuries.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 16
49ers Could Get Key Offensive Weapon Back In Time for Week 1
The San Francisco 49ers have dealt with their fair share of injuries over the last few seasons. Last year, in particular, saw key players like Brock Purdy, Nick Bosa, Fred Warner, and George Kittle all suffer serious injuries.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 17
49ers should start preparing for worst-case Christian McCaffrey scenario
The San Francisco 49ers should begin taking a closer look at their backfield, especially if star running back Christian McCaffrey misses more practices.
Jack Bouwmeester News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 16
Rams Signed P Jack Bouwmeester
Per the transaction wire, the Rams have signed P Jack Bouwmeester. Bouwmeester, 27, is from Australia and attended Michigan State from 2019 to 2021 before transferring to Utah, which he attended until 2024.
San Francisco 49ers 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.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 14
Titans' Robert Saleh shares worrisome take about struggles of Cam Ward vs. 49ers
Following Tennessee's 19-13 win, Saleh shared a worrisome take regarding the play of his QB1.
Nick Bosa News / Yardbarker / August 13
49ers get clarification on Nick Bosa's lingering knee issue
Given his injury history, it wasn't much of a surprise — though it was definitely worrisome — to know that Bosa was dealing with some knee tendinitis.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 11
49ers give worrisome Nick Bosa injury update
When it rains, it pours for the San Francisco 49ers.
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