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On YouTubeSan Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 17
49ers playoff prediction debate: Why San Francisco is being wildly underestimated
Spoiler alert: Because I believe in the jinx factor, I do not make predictions for my teams. I do, however, judge the predictions of others. In this article, four prognosticators project the San Francisco 49ers making the playoffs with different winning records—but making the playoffs.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 17
49ers disaster: 'Too many red flags' have writer predicting rough 2026 season
What would qualify as a disaster for the San Francisco 49ers in 2026? Missing the playoffs entirely after returning to the postseason last year despite battling through an injury-plagued campaign would certainly fit the description.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 17
49ers veteran named best player who could be cut before 2026 season
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk may seem like the obvious answer when discussing the team's best player who could still be cut before the 2026 NFL season.
The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz
How many of the active NFL players who have rushed for 1,000 or more yards in a season can you name in five minutes?
Nick Bosa News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 17
Why the 49ers Haven't Signed Joey Bosa Yet
On the surface, it seems strange that the 49ers haven't signed Joey Bosa yet. They have almost $70 million in cap space -- tops in the NFL -- Bosa is a free agent, and his brother Nick plays for the 49ers, as you know.
The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft
With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.
The Three Most Significant 49ers' Matchups in 2026
The San Francisco 49ers’ 2026 schedule places them at the top of the NFL in air miles traveled, with 38,105 total miles covered across the 18 weeks. It’s set to be a tough season for the 49ers, with difficult matchups both at home and on the road.
Kyle Shanahan News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 16
3 Reasons the 49ers’ Championship Window Could Hinge on 2026
Will the San Francisco 49ers move on from Kyle Shanahan if they fail to make the playoffs? No. That's the short answer. But, that doesn't mean the 49ers can't question whether Shanahan will eventually get over the winning line.
3 49ers Schedule Factors That Will Actually Matter (and 2 That Won’t)
There’s much to unpack with the San Francisco 49ers’ 2026 regular season schedule. Several factors on their schedule stand out a lot. However, only a few of them matter, while a couple of others are superficial. Let's dive into it.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 16
Fox Sports predicts 49ers as NFC's top team in 2026
File this one under "Things I didn't expect to read today." A national NFL reporter is predicting the San Francisco 49ers to be the NFC's top team in 2026.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 16
Bleacher Report hands out offseason grade for 49ers
The national narrative around the San Francisco 49ers this offseason has been simple: stay healthy, and the championship window is still open. That sentiment
San Francisco 49ers News / Total Pro Sports / May 16
One Super Bowl Favorite Got Completely Hosed By The NFL’s 2026 Schedule
The San Francisco 49ers entered the 2026 season hoping to compete for a Super Bowl. However, the NFL gave them one of the league’s toughest schedules. The 49ers released their schedule on Thursday, May 14, and several problems jumped out right away.
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season
The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.
Ji'Ayir Brown News / 49ers Webzone / May 16
Why Ji'Ayir Brown's call to 49ers legends is concerning
In the NFL, sometimes the gap between a player's perception of himself and the reality of game film is wide. There are often too many people surrounding the player who tell him only what he wants to hear.
49ers Post-Draft Safety Depth Chart: Are They Too Thin?
With the San Francisco 49ers' offseason moves done, it is a good time to review the depth chart. What does the 49ers safety depth chart look like now that the draft and free agency are over?
Ranking the 5 Best Moves the San Francisco 49ers Made this Offseason
What are the five best move that the San Francisco 49ers made to improve their chances of winning a Super Bowl this year? The 49ers were not as good at linebacker without Dre Greenlaw.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 15
49ers predictions: NFL experts forecast San Francisco's record, playoff chances
The injury-plagued San Francisco 49ers finished third in a highly competitive NFC West last season, battling two star-studded division rivals in the Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams.
Predicting Every 49ers Game Score Even Though It's Way Too Early
The playoffs will be a goal for the San Francisco 49ers in 2026 after surprisingly making it last year. As usual, it won't be easy to accomplish that. The 49ers will need to rack up double-digit wins to make the playoffs.
The Easiest Stretch on the 49ers' 2026 NFL Schedule
The San Francisco 49ers’ 2026 NFL schedule has officially been released. 18 weeks, 17 games, two international matchups in Australia and Mexico, and one goal for the San Francisco 49ers - returning to the playoffs once again.
San Francisco 49ers News / Total Pro Sports / May 15
PETA Is Going After George Kittle For Killing a Living Creature
George Kittle continues rehabbing after he suffered a season-ending injury in the wild-card round of the 2025 NFL playoffs. The veteran tight end has found a way to stay busy during the offseason, even hitting the golf course.
Kyle Shanahan News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 15
49ers’ Kyle Shanahan will be mad about Rams’ Week 2 game after Australia showdown
As the 2026 schedule was released for the San Francisco 49ers, the one aspect of the announcement that fans were anticipating to see was the placement of the international games and the rest after.
How the 49ers’ Bye Week Timing Impacts Their Season
The San Francisco 49ers' bye week placement could be significant for their 2026 playoff ambitions. The NFL schedule was released on Thursday, and the San Francisco 49ers confirmed their 17 regular-season opponents.
Mykel Williams News / Pro Football Rumors / May 15
49ers DE Mykel Williams Expected Back For Training Camp; Week 1 Status Unclear
The 49ers dealt with a number of major injuries over the course of the 2025 campaign. One of those was the ACL tear suffered by Mykel Williams, and his ability to start next season remains in question.
San Francisco 49ers News / Football Analysis / May 15
‘Polluted’ $120M Receiver Goes Dark On 49ers For 6 Months
A brand-new Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing screaming past Levi’s Stadium at 111 mph. A 40 mph zone. The speedometer filmed, uploaded to Instagram, broadcast to hundreds of thousands of followers.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 14
49ers To Wait As Long As Possible Before Cutting Brandon Aiyuk
It’s widely expected WR Brandon Aiyuk has played his last down with the 49ers, but they have been doing everything they can to get compensation in a trade instead of letting him go.
Mac Jones News / Yardbarker / May 14
Will Mac Jones struggle to find a starting opportunity in 2027?
Jones hoped to parlay his solid fill-in play in 2025 into a starting opportunity in 2026. That didn't pan out, and one writer seems to think the quarterback will have a difficult time finding such an opportunity in 2027.
George Kittle News / Yardbarker / May 13
Insider shares concerning opinion on George Kittle's future
For years, George Kittle has been the San Francisco 49ers' YAC specialist. Are those days behind him?
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