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49ers' Owner Jed York Advocates For Kyle Shanahan To Win NFL Award

SAN FRANCISCO -- It cannot be overstated how tremendous a job Kyle Shanahan did with the San Francisco 49ers in 2025. To lead the 49ers to 12 wins and one playoff victory is nothing short of stellar.

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49ers' Fred Warner settles the debate: Where does Brock Purdy rank among NFL QBs?

The debate over where Brock Purdy ranks among the NFL's elite passers remains a hot topic. However, for San Francisco 49ers All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner, there is no debate—Purdy is the gold standard in the league.

Fred Warner News / 49ers Webzone / February 3

49ers' Fred Warner shares exciting recovery update

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner was on the verge of returning for the playoffs. Had the team defeated the Seattle Seahawks in the Divisional Round, Warner is confident he would have been ready for the NFC Championship Game.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 3

How the 49ers Helped the Seahawks be Prepared for the Super Bowl

SAN JOSE -- A significant factor in the Seattle Seahawks being in the Super Bowl is thanks to the San Francisco 49ers. Losing to Seattle the last two times benefited them greatly.

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The 'Skill-position Pro-Bowlers' quiz

How many of the offensive skill-position players to be named a Pro Bowler for the 2025-26 season (including the players replaced AND their alternates) can you name in five minutes?

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Jed York News / The SportsRush / February 3

49ers Owner Jed York Breaks Silence on the Viral Electrical Substation Theory

After the San Francisco 49ers’ season came to a brutal end in the Divisional Round with a 41-6 blowout loss to the Super Bowl-bound Seattle Seahawks, a familiar feeling set in for the fans.

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The 25 greatest NFL teams that didn't win a Super Bowl

Some franchises' best efforts have not led to victory parades or even Super Bowl berths. Because of untimely injuries, unfortunate circumstances, or myriad other reasons, many teams' plans throughout NFL history have not produced the desired result.

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / February 3

49ers owner: Shanahan a 'no-brainer' for Coach of the Year, expectations for 2026

San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York spoke with Kay Adams on Tuesday, making it clear who he believes deserves NFL Coach of the Year—and the answer is no surprise: head coach Kyle Shanahan.

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

Jerry Rice Wants to Have a 49ers Statue at Levi's Stadium

Jerry Rice is a San Francisco 49ers legend. The word “legend” is thrown around a lot in sports, but if it were measured by simple criteria of greatness, longevity, and loyalty, Rice fits the description perfectly.

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

49ers owner open to honoring Jerry Rice with statue at Levi's Stadium

San Francisco 49ers legend Jerry Rice recently shared that he would be emotional if the team chose to honor him with a statue at Levi's Stadium. "I would love that, to be honest with you," Rice, who is preparing to coach the Pro Bowl flag football game, said on Monday.

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

49ers offseason priority: Bolster the wide receiver room

The San Francisco 49ers face multiple roster needs heading into the 2026 offseason. Kevin Patra of NFL.com recently highlighted one key move every NFC team should make, and for the 49ers, he believes the focus should be on adding depth to the wide receiver room.

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

49ers do-over: Who should have been selected at No. 11 in the 2025 NFL Draft?

The San Francisco 49ers used the No. 11 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft—along with two additional selections later in the draft—to reinforce the defensive trenches.

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

49ers reflection: Best and worst free-agent signings from 2025

Pro Football Focus (PFF) contributor Bradley Locker recently revisited the 2025 offseason, highlighting the best and worst free-agent signings across the NFL.

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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.

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

John Lynch's 49ers draft record: Analyzing early misses vs. Day 3 gems

San Francisco 49ers beat writer Grant Cohn recently wrote an article on how poor general manager John Lynch is in drafting. Cohn looks at the first three rounds, and though he makes a counting error (he says Lynch has taken 41 players when it is 30), he is not wrong that Lynch has not been stellar and has made some notable misses.

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The 'Skill-position Pro-Bowlers' quiz

The 'Super Bowl starting QBs' quiz

The 'Super Bowl host cities' quiz

The 'Most TD in first two NFL seasons' quiz

Christian McCaffrey News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 3

There's Only One 49ers Player who Deserves to Win Comeback of the Year

The San Francisco 49ers are heavy favorites to take home at least one award at Thursday’s NFL Honors. The award in question is Comeback Player of the Year, and Christian McCaffrey is the clear favorite.

Mack Hollins News / The SportsRush / February 3

49ers Electric Substation Theory: Mack Hollins Questions EMF Effects on Humans Even as NFL Debunks Theory

A viral theory linking the San Francisco 49ers’ injury struggles to an electrical substation near the team’s practice facility has resurfaced this season, even as the NFL insists there is no evidence to support it.

Jed York News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 2

49ers owner Jed York hints San Francisco could lose home game to Mexico

The NFL is coming back to Mexico! NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has already announced that the league will once again be playing games in Mexico City.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 2

Why These Two 49ers Plays Should be Considered for Moment of the Year

On Thursday, February 5th, the 15th NFL Honors will take place at the iconic Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco. The 49ers currently have a player or coach in contention for MVP, Offensive Player of the Year, Comeback Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, and the Salute to Service Award.

Kendrick Bourne News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 2

What the 49ers Should Do with Free Agent Kendrick Bourne

The San Francisco 49ers have a decision to make when it comes to Kendrick Bourne this offseason. The veteran is due to hit free agency and while the 49ers can afford to bring him back, the question is whether they should or not. If it were up to Bourne, he would likely be back on the 49ers next year.

Jed York News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 2

49ers owner Jed York announces promotion to take over his CEO job

Since 2010, San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York has been operating as the franchise’s chief executive officer. But now, York has done a bit of restructuring.