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49ers injury news: Brock Purdy, Ricky Pearsall full-go for practice; Fred Warner update

Quarterback Brock Purdy and wide receiver Ricky Pearsall returned to action on Sunday, both coming off injuries. Purdy has been sidelined since Week 4 due to a turf toe aggravation, while Pearsall has not played since the same week because of a PCL injury.

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A fully healthy 49ers offense means a reduced role for one key player

For the first time in a while, the San Francisco 49ers are in a strong place offensively. With quarterback Brock Purdy and wide receiver Ricky Pearsall returning, the team finally has all of its key offensive weapons available at once.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 20

The 49ers have 3 coaches who could get hired elsewhere this offseason

Every year, there is a hot new head coaching candidate or someone who is so young that many across the NFL are saying he is no doubt going to be a coach one day.

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The 'Most catches by an NFL running back' quiz

How many of the NFL running backs with the most receptions in a season can you name in five minutes?

The '400-touch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL running back receiving leaders' quiz

The '2024 NFL passing TD leaders' quiz

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The '2022 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

How many of the starting quarterbacks to begin the 2022-23 NFL season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active NFL passing YPG leaders' quiz

The 'Most TD passes without an NFL playoff berth' quiz

The '500 passing yard NFL games' quiz

Robert Saleh News / 49ers Webzone / November 20

NFL insider weighs in on 49ers coach Robert Saleh's future

Robert Saleh returned to the San Francisco 49ers with the expectation of revitalizing a struggling defense. However, injuries have kept the unit from reaching its full potential, and the 49ers currently rank No.

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College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

NFL draft stock is fluid from the start of the college football season until it concludes. These 20 players have risen up draft boards in 2025 as a result of their strong start to the season.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 20

49ers bold predictions for massive MNF tilt against Panthers

Week 11 went well as the San Francisco 49ers made a statement by routing the Arizona Cardinals. But they will have a tougher challenge in Week 12 against the Carolina Panthers.

Mac Jones News / 49ers Webzone / November 20

49ers trade rumors: NFL insider projects potential trade compensation for Mac Jones

Mac Jones could become one of the more intriguing names on the offseason trade market. The quarterback impressed during his starting stretch with the San Francisco 49ers, stepping in for an injured Brock Purdy and playing well enough that quarterback-needy teams may inquire about his availability.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 20

One thing San Francisco 49ers must do to beat Carolina Panthers

The San Francisco 49ers have a big game against the Carolina Panthers that will swing the playoff odds in a big way, depending on who wins. San Francisco is favored, mostly because the Panthers' passing game is limited.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 20

49ers’ biggest X-factor for Week 12 clash against Panthers

It will be a big test for the San Francisco 49ers when they clash with the Carolina Panthers at Levi’s Stadium on Monday Night Football. After the Niners dismantled the Arizona Cardinals, they will look to make it two in a row.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 20

Why 49ers shouldn't fear one of the leagues hottest running backs

At first glance, the Carolina Panthers' rushing attack should be a problem for the San Francisco 49ers. Rico Dowdle is fourth in the NFL in rushing, and he did not even play with the starters at the beginning of the season.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 19

The biggest reason why the 49ers are pretenders

The San Francisco 49ers are 7-4 and the odds of them making the playoffs are very high. However, there is still a sense that the team is not quite in the

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 19

49ers officially announce kicker signing, release receiver

The San Francisco 49ers officially announced the signing of kicker Matt Gay to the practice squad. NFL Network's Tom Pelissero first reported the move.

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Eddy Pineiro News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 19

49ers Have Found Eddy Pineiro's Temporary Replacement

Kicker Eddy Pineiro is most likely going to be inactive when the San Francisco 49ers play the Carolina Panthers. He's currently dealing with a grade 1 hamstring strain he suffered two days ago.

Matt Gay News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 19

49ers Signing K Matt Gay

The San Francisco 49ers are signing K Matt Gay to a contract on Wednesday, according to Tom Pelissero. In a corresponding move, the team announced they’ve released WR Russell Gage, Jr.

Kyle Juszczyk News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 19

Kyle Juszczyk Recants Hilarious Story After Signing With the 49ers in 2017

Kyle Juszczyk has been a terrific player for the San Francisco 49ers since joining in 2017. However, his 49ers tenure almost got off on the wrong foot when he initially joined the team.

Matt Gay News / 49ers Webzone / November 19

49ers signing kicker Matt Gay to replace Eddy Piñeiro

The San Francisco 49ers worked out five kickers this week as they searched for a temporary replacement for Eddy Piñeiro ahead of their Week 12 matchup against the Carolina Panthers.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 19

49ers Re-Signed LB Stone Blanton To Practice Squad

The San Francisco 49ers announced they have re-signed LB Stone Blanton to the practice squad. San Francisco’s practice squad now includes: CB Eli Apple

Stone Blanton News / 49ers Webzone / November 19

49ers announce linebacker signing ahead of Week 12 preparations

The San Francisco 49ers announced just one roster move on Wednesday—the signing of linebacker Stone Blanton to the practice squad. The team is expected to add a kicker following Eddy Piñeiro's hamstring injury, but that move may not come until Thursday, ahead of the week's first practice.