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On YouTubeSan Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 31
Kyle Shanahan Explains 49ers’ Decision to Make Isaac Guerendo Inactive
2024 was a promising year for running back Isaac Guerendo. He filled in nicely when both Christian McCaffrey and Jordan Mason were injured. It seemed like the San Francisco 49ers finally nailed a running back draft pick.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / December 31
49ers coaches, Brock Purdy praise Sam Darnold ahead of Seahawks showdown
The San Francisco 49ers will face a familiar quarterback on Saturday night with the NFC West title and home-field advantage at stake. Sam Darnold, now leading the Seattle Seahawks, spent the 2023 season with the 49ers as Brock Purdy's backup, appearing in a career-low 130 snaps and making one start.
The 'Top-50 all-time NFL rushers' quiz
How many of the 50 NFL players with the most career rushing yards can you name in six minutes?
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 31
49ers injury update: George Kittle 'absolutely' expects to play vs. Seahawks in Week 18
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle plans to suit up for Saturday night's pivotal Week 18 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks, despite dealing with a low-ankle sprain.
The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run
Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 31
5 surprising players who helped save the 49ers' season
The San Francisco 49ers getting to play for a chance at the one seed despite how many injuries they have suffered is nothing short of amazing. While Kyle Shanahan is getting a lot of the praise, and he should, the team also needed a few surprising contributions from depth pieces and players who may not have roles in the playoffs.
NFL News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 31
Deommodore Lenoir Doesn't Hold Back About Guarding Jaxon Smith-Njigba
Former Oregon Ducks cornerback Deommodore Lenoir and the San Francisco 49ers have a massive NFC West showdown against the Seattle Seahawks on Saturday, Jan.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 31
Why the 49ers Will Beat the Seahawks in Week 18
No one could've foreseen the San Francisco 49ers having the opportunity to clinch the No. 1 NFC playoff seed. It felt impossible that it could happen from the moment Nick Bosa and Fred Warner went down for the season.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 31
49ers add big-play potential in 2026 NFL mock draft
The San Francisco 49ers offense has been firing on all cylinders in recent weeks, led by standout quarterback Brock Purdy. Still, with uncertainty at the wide receiver position, head coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch may look to add some explosive playmakers in the 2026 NFL Draft.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 31
The 49ers must make this change to beat the Seattle Seahawks
The San Francisco 49ers defense should have one goal when it comes to facing the Seattle Seahawks. That is to shut down Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Seattle has some other threats, but it is clear that their offense goes through the star receiver and if you slow him down, you slow down the rest of the offense.
Trent Williams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 31
The silver lining to 49ers’ Trent Williams’ injury with Seahawks showdown looming
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for a showdown with the Seattle Seahawks with the No. 1 seed on the line. But after 49ers offensive lineman Trent Williams sustained a hamstring injury, things looked dire.
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game
For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / December 31
49ers playoff scenarios: What a win or loss vs. Seahawks means for San Francisco
Saturday night's matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks is straightforward at the top: the winner clinches the NFC West title and home-field advantage throughout the NFC playoffs.
Josh Allen News / The SportsRush / December 31
From Justin Jefferson to Josh Allen, These 7 NFL Stars Are Eying History in Week 18
Usually, the last week of the NFL regular season doesn’t carry many stakes. Outside of a few key matchups that determine playoff spots and seeding, there often isn’t much to look forward to.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 31
This stat shows why the 49ers will clinch the NFC No. 1 seed
The San Francisco 49ers are one victory away from clinching the No.1 seed in the NFC. They’ll face the Seattle Seahawks in the final game of the season, a matchup that will determine who earns the crucial bye week into the NFC Divisional Playoffs.
John Lynch News / 49ers Webzone / December 31
49ers playoff push: John Lynch says San Francisco is battle-tested
The NFL schedule makers stacked some challenging competition at the end of the San Francisco 49ers' schedule. On Sunday night, the 49ers edged the Chicago Bears at Levi's Stadium in a nail-biter between two NFC contenders.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 31
Lynch shares 49ers injury news on McCaffrey, Williams, Kittle, Juszczyk
San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey did not practice on Tuesday, the team's first on-field session ahead of Saturday night's matchup with the Seattle Seahawks.
Sam Darnold News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 31
The San Francisco 49ers are getting Sam Darnold at the right time
Teams that have started Sam Darnold have gone 27-6 in the past two seasons. However, the Minnesota Vikings saw Darnold start to fade before his worst two games closed out the season and the San Francisco 49ers are hoping to get the same outcome in Week 18 this year. Darnold started the season on fire and was in the running for the MVP.
Kyle Shanahan News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 31
Kyle Shanahan Details the Challenge of Facing This Seahawks Player
The stakes are at an all-time high on Saturday night when the San Francisco 49ers host the Seattle Seahawks. Whoever wins will earn the NFC West division title and the No.
Christian McCaffrey News / Athlon Sports / December 30
Christian McCaffrey Shares Health Update After Missing 49ers Practice
Christian McCaffrey and the San Francisco 49ers will close out their season with a matchup against the Seattle Seahawks on Saturday. However, there’s much more at stake in this divisional rivalry showdown.
San Francisco 49ers News / Field Level Media / December 30
49ers RB Christian McCaffrey, LT Trent Williams miss practice
The San Francisco 49ers practiced Tuesday without two key pieces of their offense, running back Christian McCaffrey and left tackle Trent Williams. They were not mere veterans' rest days.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / December 30
49ers Announce Good News on George Kittle Before Seahawks Game
The San Francisco 49ers did not have the services of George Kittle in their 42-38 win over the Chicago Bears on Sunday. The eight-time Pro Bowler was forced to sit out the Week 16 matchup due to an ankle injury, which he sustained in San Francisco’s 48-27 win over the Indianapolis Colts in Week 15.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / December 30
49ers vs. Seahawks injury report: 4 players miss Tuesday's practice
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 18 contest against the Seattle Seahawks on Saturday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Running back Christian McCaffrey and left tackle Trent Williams typically receive rest days during the first practice of the week, and neither participated on Tuesday.
Brandon Aiyuk News / The SportsRush / December 30
EXPLAINED: What Happened to 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk?
The San Francisco 49ers have faced challenges with their wide receiver, Brandon Aiyuk, all season long. Their latest issue involves him going completely rogue and AWOL.
Jaquan Brisker News / Yardbarker / December 29
Jaquan Brisker assigns blame for Bears' 'SNF' loss to 49ers
49ers QB Brock Purdy ultimately accumulated five total touchdowns (three passing, two rushing) to guide his team to a victory.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 29
49ers' Colton McKivitz sends Brock Purdy warning to NFL after win over Bears
Purdy passed for three touchdowns and rushed for two scores to help his club earn a 42-38 win over the Bears that improved the 49ers to 12-4 on Sunday night.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 29
Ben Johnson: Final play in Bears loss to 49ers 'on me'
The Chicago Bears came up two yards shy of a huge victory over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday evening. Caleb Williams' pass to Jahdae Walker fell incomplete in the end zone, handing the Bears (11-5) a heartbreaking 42-38 loss. Head coach Ben Johnson talked through the final play of the game in his post-game news conference.
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