San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Nick Bosa News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Insider Reveals Possible Timetable for 49ers Edge Rusher Nick Bosa’s Return

While the San Francisco 49ers’ defense has been performing well this season, they could use some reinforcements as they look to solidify their chances of winning the Super Bowl championship.

Christian Kirk News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Things Are Looking Good for Christian Kirk To Make His 49ers Debut This Sunday

The injury bug continues to hit the San Francisco 49ers hard for the third season in a row. The latest setback came on Monday during their 23-17 win over the Washington Commanders on Monday when wide receiver Mike Evans exited just before halftime with an Achilles ailment.

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George Kittle News / 49ers Webzone / October 22

49ers' George Kittle fired up about one player's potential return

On Thursday, San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan and quarterback Brock Purdy expressed optimism that wide receiver Christian Kirk is trending toward making his 49ers debut.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / October 22

Kyle Shanahan reveals what sets the unbeaten 49ers apart in 2026

The San Francisco 49ers have overcome a series of injuries to remain unbeaten through six weeks of the 2026 NFL season. They will look to improve to 7-0 on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons before heading into their bye week.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 22

Christian Kirk trending toward 49ers debut, says Kyle Shanahan

The San Francisco 49ers opened wide receiver Christian Kirk's practice window last week but decided he wasn't quite ready to return from injured reserve as he continued recovering from a calf injury.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 22

Report: 'High level of optimism' 49ers DE Nick Bosa returns in Week 9 vs. Raiders

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa has missed the last four games with a calf injury. He has not participated in either of the team's first two practices this week as the 49ers prepare for Sunday's road matchup against the Atlanta Falcons.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 22

What the 49ers Can Realistically Afford at the NFL Trade Deadline

In most years, trade proposals are pipe dreams or fan desires. The San Francisco 49ers will likely be active at the trade deadline, but, in addition, similar to Keion White.

Garrett Wilson News / 49ers Webzone / October 22

PFF urges 49ers to pursue trade for Jets WR Garrett Wilson

The San Francisco 49ers are testing their wide receiver depth this season as injuries continue to affect the position. Even starter Mike Evans' availability for Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons remains uncertain as he manages Achilles tendinitis.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 22

49ers' Nick Bosa and Mike Evans absent from Thursday practice

The San Francisco 49ers held their second of three practices this week as they prepare for Sunday's Week 7 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. On Wednesday, 10 players missed practice, including defensive end Nick Bosa and wide receiver Mike Evans.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 22

Steve Young voices concerns about 49ers despite 6-0 start

The San Francisco 49ers seemed to be cruising toward a comfortable win in the first half of Monday night's game against the struggling Washington Commanders.

Tom Brady News / Trade Talk Sports / October 22

Tom Brady Sees Something Special in the 49ers

There’s something about an undefeated football team that makes people start wondering just how far it can go. The San Francisco 49ers are 6–0 after beating Washington 23–17, and Tom Brady isn’t waiting for the perfect moment to give them some credit.

Bijan Robinson News / 49ers Webzone / October 22

49ers' Defensive Weakness Could Be Exposed Against Falcons' Bijan Robinson

The San Francisco 49ers have been one of the NFL's more effective defensive teams this season, but one weakness could create problems against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 7.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / October 22

ESPN proposes 49ers trade for Colts DT—but not the one you think

ESPN's Bill Barnwell has proposed a trade that would send a defensive tackle from the Indianapolis Colts to the San Francisco 49ers. However, it's not the player many fans might expect.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 22

49ers' Mike Evans may be game-time decision vs. Falcons

The 49ers are taking their time regarding Evans' status for the Falcons game.

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NFL insiders point to pair of NFC South defenders as potential trade candidates ahead of deadline

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San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 22

49ers GM John Lynch Announces Plan for Mike Evans Ahead of Falcons Game

Heading into Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season, the San Francisco 49ers look like the team to beat. A year after an embarrassing playoff exit in the divisional round, the team is 6-0 to begin the new season.

San Francisco 49ers News / The Forkball / October 22

49ers Receive Positive News Ahead of Week 7

The San Francisco 49ers will take on the Atlanta Falcons in Week 7 of the NFL Season. In their final game before the bye week, the 49ers received positive news, as two valuable players could return to the lineup.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 22

Bold predictions for NFL Week 7: 49ers go down, Malik Nabers goes off

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San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 22

49ers’ Kyle Shanahan clears air on Brock Purdy yelling incident

The San Francisco 49ers improved to a perfect 6-0 on the season after beating the Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football. Brock Purdy had another brilliant game as he completed 72 percent of his passes for 264 yards with a touchdown to George Kittle.

Deebo Samuel News / Athlon Sports / October 21

49ers Announce WR Move After Deebo Samuel News

The San Francisco 49ers wide receiving corps has taken more hits than any other unit in the NFL. Fortunately for San Francisco, it has not stopped Brock Purdy from playing at one of the highest levels in the league, but it has forced them to lean more on internal depth options than they would have liked.

San Francisco 49ers News / EssentiallySports / October 21

NFL Week 7 MVP Ladder: Should Brock Purdy or Josh Allen be the Favorite?

We’re a third of the way into the NFL season, and the MVP race is beginning to heat up. There are a couple of guys leading the way right now, but there are a few more not far off them, and if one of those top two slip up, plenty of others could enter the chat.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 20

49ers should inquire for these Colts players immediately

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Kyle Shanahan shares encouraging Mike Evans injury update after 49ers' win over Commanders

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San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 20

Kyle Shanahan shares encouraging Mike Evans injury update after 49ers' win over Commanders

While the San Francisco 49ers earned a 23-17 home win over the Washington Commanders that improved the 49ers to 6-0 on Monday night, the 49ers suffered a significant scare when wide receiver Mike Evans aggravated a lingering Achilles injury late in the game's second quarter.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / October 20

Quinn, Daniels address viral fourth-down moment after Commanders' loss

Dan Quinn, Jayden Daniels address viral fourth-down moment after Commanders' loss to 49ers

This came eight days after Quinn and Daniels were responsible for a time-management fiasco late in the club's 27-27 Week 5 tie against the rival New York Giants.

Report reveals if Commanders could fire HC Dan Quinn during Week 7 bye

'MNF' takeaways: Mike Evans' injury looms large as 49ers survive late Commanders rally

Commanders' Terry McLaurin carted off with knee injury vs 49ers

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