San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / November 3

49ers injury updates: The wait continues for Brandon Aiyuk; Ricky Pearsall’s status remains up in the air

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed Mykel Williams has a torn ACL injury: I believe there was a lateral meniscus also, but they said it was, however it’s worded, but it was a good one.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 3

49ers injury news: Shanahan on severity of Mykel Williams' ACL injury; Still no Aiyuk; Huff, Pearsall updates

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler was the first to report that San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan's fears from Sunday afternoon were confirmed—rookie defensive end Mykel Williams suffered a torn ACL and will undergo season-ending surgery.

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George Kittle News / Pro Football Talk / November 3

George Kittle wants standardized NFL playing surfaces

49ers tight end George Kittle got his first taste of football at MetLife Stadium on Sunday. After the game, he was asked by reporters for his assessment of the field.

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Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?

The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 3

49ers don't expect Brock Purdy's toe to make a full recovery this year

An MRI today revealed that Mykel Williams has torn his ACL and will miss the remainder of the season. Brock Purdy remains in turf toe limbo. Rumors heading into tomorrow’s trade deadline have the Niners in the mix for several targets.

Marquez Valdes-Scantling News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 3

Steelers Signing WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling

ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports the Steelers are signing WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling to a contract. Pittsburgh was reported to be signing Valdes-Scantling last week, but they didn’t make it official after his workout with the team last Monday. Valdes-Scantling, 30, was a fifth-round pick by the Packers out of USF back in 2018.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 3

49ers’ Mykel Williams has torn ACL confirmed by Kyle Shanahan

The San Francisco 49ers continue to win games despite multiple injuries. San Francisco is 6-3 heading into Week 10 after beating New York 34-24 on Sunday.

Mykel Williams News / 49ers Webzone / November 3

49ers' Mykel Williams confirmed to have suffered torn ACL vs. Giants

According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, tests have confirmed what the San Francisco 49ers feared. Rookie defensive lineman Mykel Williams suffered a season-ending ACL injury late in Sunday's 34-24 win over the New York Giants.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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'

NFL News / Niners Nation / November 3

NFC Playoff Picture: The 49ers are sitting pretty with a near perfect conference record

There’s one NFC game remaining in Week 9, but it’s between teams ranked 11th and 14th. Even with a win, the Dallas Cowboys would be on the outside looking in of the playoff picture.

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / November 3

Raiders inquired on Giants G Evan Neal

The Raiders’ Alex Leatherwood first-round pick became emblematic of a regime that struggled in the draft. Leatherwood was off the roster after one season, being waived in 2022.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 3

Two 49ers rookies' stocks have cratered at midway point of season

The San Francisco 49ers' rookie class has been a roller coaster with ups and downs as the team has relied on its rookies more than most teams do. The team

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 3

49ers vs. Giants PFF grades: Best and worst from the game, plus snap counts

The San Francisco 49ers improved their record to 6-3 after a 34-24 win against the New York Giants in Week 9. Today, Pro Football Focus released its grades and snap counts from the game.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / November 3

Giants QB reacts to massive 49ers fan takeover at MetLife Stadium

The New York Giants faced more than just the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday—they faced the noise of the Faithful. MetLife Stadium was filled with loud 49ers fans, creating a hostile environment for the home team during San Francisco's 34-24 Week 9 win.

Christian McCaffrey News / Niners Nation / November 3

Brian Robinson and Christian McCaffrey come to life as the 49ers dominate the Giants

After a disappointing Week 8 loss in Houston, the San Francisco 49ers bounced back and closed the quick two-game road trip with an impressive 34-24 win over the New York Giants.

NFL News / Niners Nation / November 3

NFL Trade Deadline Tracker: There are still plenty of pass rush options for the 49ers

The potential Miami Dolphins fire sale began on Monday morning. Jaelan Phillips reunited with former defensive coordinator Vic Fangio. The Eagles acquired Phillips from Miami for a third-round pick.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / November 3

Mac Jones discusses how 49ers are thriving despite latest injury crisis

The 49ers keep finding ways to win despite a plethora of key injuries.

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NFL News / 49ers Webzone / November 3

49ers run over Giants: Rapid reactions

The San Francisco 49ers went on the road and won an early East Coast game on Sunday, beating the New York Giants 34-24. The run game was good, which it should have been, considering the Giants are the worst team in the league at stopping the run.

Jaxson Dart News / Yardbarker / November 3

Jaxson Dart addresses 49ers fans taking over MetLife Stadium during Giants' latest loss

New York Giants fans throughout the region elected not to attend the club's home game versus the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday.

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San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 3

The 49ers are still contenders in the NFC despite laundry list of injuries

The San Francisco 49ers entered Week 9 bruised and battered. They were searching for answers after a tough loss the previous week. What they delivered instead was a statement win.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 3

49ers Player Awaiting Decision From NFL After Jaxson Dart Incident

Key Points: Tatum Bethune had a big game for the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. Bethune recorded a career-high 16 tackles and a pass defense in 49ers' win over the New York Giants.

Christian McCaffrey News / A to Z Sports / November 3

Christian McCaffrey's dominance in 49ers offense earns himself some NFL history during San Francisco's latest NFC win

NFL history is never something to sneeze at for players. That being said, San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey has eclipsed another accomplishment that sets him apart from every other RB in the history of the league when it comes to this particular era.

Brock Purdy News / Field Level Media / November 2

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