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Kyle Shanahan News / EssentiallySports / September 12
49ers Quietly Commit to Kyle Shanahan With New Contract Extension During Offseason
In a game where the winner is decided by whose strategy is better, San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan sees an NFL game as a cat-and-mouse chase.
Brock Purdy News / Athlon Sports / September 12
Analyst on Brock Purdy's Performance Versus the Rams: 'He Wasn’t Being Carried at All'
One of the negative narratives that has surrounded San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy for the last few years is that he’s supposedly only an average quarterback and that his stats are inflated only because of the talent around him and head coach Kyle Shanahan’s system.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 11
Pro Football Focus' Highest-Rated Players on the 49ers in Win Over Rams
People are still buzzing about the San Francisco 49ers’ 27-7 victory over the Los Angeles Rams in Australia on Thursday. It was a surprise all-around, even if some expected the Rams to be a bit hampered because they didn’t arrive in Melbourne until hours before kick-off.
The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
There have been 22 quarterbacks in NFL history to throw for 4,500 yards and 15 interceptions in the same season. How many can you name in five minutes?
Brock Purdy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 11
49ers legend Steve Young gives Brock Purdy props for underrated aspect of his game
San Francisco legend Steve Young had praises to sing about Brock Purdy following the 49ers’ opening 27-7 win over the Los Angeles Rams in Australia on Thursday.
When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?
All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / September 11
NFL Legend Russell Wilson Sends Personal Message to 49ers
Russell Wilson is experiencing the NFL season from a different perspective for the first time in 15 years. The former quarterback retired from football in June after 14 seasons, closing the book on a career that included 10 Pro Bowl selections, a Super Bowl title and 46,966 passing yards.
George Kittle News / 49ers Webzone / September 11
49ers' George Kittle shares heartfelt message after returning to Bay Area
The San Francisco 49ers returned to the Bay Area this afternoon after a nearly 14-hour flight from Melbourne, Australia, where they spent the past week preparing for their season opener.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 11
What Kyle Shanahan contract extension means for him, 49ers
Kyle Shanahan is already tied with Sean McVay as the NFL's second longest-tenured head coach, and the San Francisco 49ers seem happy to keep him around for a lot longer.
Fred Warner News / Larry Brown Sports / September 11
Fred Warner had the coldest Instagram post after beating the Rams
Beating up the Los Angeles Rams on the field apparently was not quite enough for Fred Warner. The San Francisco 49ers started off their season in style on Thursday night, earning a statement 27-7 win over the division rival Rams at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, Australia.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 11
Deebo Samuel’s triumphant 49ers return makes it even easier to forget about Brandon Aiyuk nonsense
No Brandon Aiyuk, no problem for the San Francisco 49ers as they witnessed an incredible team performance from Deebo Samuel Sr. in their 27-7 win over the Los Angeles Rams in Australia on Thursday.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 11
49ers arrive back in Bay Area after trip to Australia
According to online flight trackers, the San Francisco 49ers returned from their trip to Melbourne, Australia, arriving at San Francisco International Airport at 3:06 p.m.
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026
Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.
San Francisco 49ers News / TWSN / September 11
Christian McCaffrey & Kaelon Black Fantasy Football Takeaway (Week 1)
Christian McCaffrey has been one of the most dominant players in fantasy football for years, but he’s also quite risky. Obviously, everyone knows about
Kyle Shanahan News / Field Level Media / September 11
Reports: 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan receives extension
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan had been under contract through the 2027 season, but according to multiple media reports Friday, he was given a multiyear extension.
Kyle Shanahan News / Larry Brown Sports / September 11
Kyle Shanahan made secret offseason deal with 49ers
The San Francisco 49ers quietly moved to secure coach Kyle Shanahan’s future during the offseason. Shanahan quietly signed a new contract during the offseason, according to Tom Pelissero of The Ringer.
Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / September 11
Do the 49ers want to return to Australia? Brock Purdy's answer differs from others
The San Francisco 49ers were treated well during their week in Melbourne, Australia. They enjoyed good food, great coffee (the most important aspect, my wife might say), and warm welcomes from friendly locals.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 11
Mike Florio rips Rams' Sean McVay for playing hurting Myles Garrett vs. 49ers
Following the Los Angeles Rams' 27-7 loss to the rival San Francisco 49ers, Rams pass-rusher Myles Garrett admitted that he "was the worst version of myself that I’ve put out there" during the game.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 11
How 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan helped neutralize Myles Garrett
As one of the few head coaches in the league who calls his own plays, it was clear from the first play of the game that he had no interest in letting Garrett get near quarterback Brock Purdy.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 11
49ers' Fred Warner makes feelings on travel narrative clear after blowout win over Rams
Following the Niners' win over the Rams, 49ers linebacker Fred Warner suggested that his team benefited from spending some extra time in Australia.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 11
Jon Gruden absolutely unloads on NFL’s international game obsession
The NFL has never been more committed to international games. Jon Gruden has apparently never been more convinced that the league is making a mistake.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 11
49ers-Rams 'TNF' takeaways: San Francisco's defense stifles Los Angeles offense in blowout
In the first major upset of the 2026 season, it was the San Francisco 49ers, not the Los Angeles Rams, who put on a show on Thursday night.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 10
Jake Tonges is latest 49ers player to suffer injury
San Francisco suffered not one, but two more injuries on the offensive side of the ball in its Week 1 game against the Los Angeles Rams.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 10
49ers injury issues keep mounting with De'Zhaun Stribling injury
Injuries have become a constant problem for the San Francisco 49ers, and they are not going away during the team's trip Down Under.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 10
Roger Goodell dons kangaroo jacket ahead of Rams-49ers clash in Australia
The Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers are in Melbourne, Australia for a Week 1 showdown, And commissioner Roger Goodell got right in the swing — or should we say hop — of things.
San Francisco 49ers News / Action Network / September 10
San Francisco 49ers Season Preview: Will Injuries Doom Another Talented Roster?
San Francisco enters 2026 hoping health, not talent, was the difference in a 2025 season that still produced 12 wins and a road playoff win despite a wave of injuries to Brock Purdy, Fred Warner, Nick Bosa and George Kittle.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 10
49ers can finally put their chaotic offseason behind them
The organization spent much of the offseason making headlines for reasons that have little to do with football.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 10
'Thursday Night Football': How to watch 49ers vs. Rams
After months of anticipation, the NFL season is in full swing. So, if you're wondering, "Is there a 'Thursday Night Football' game on tonight?" the answer is finally, "Yes."
Alfred Collins News / Yardbarker / September 9
49ers' Alfred Collins suffers season-ending injury days before historic Melbourne opener
San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Alfred Collins tore his patellar tendon at a practice.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 10
Are 49ers still a Super Bowl contender?
Despite winning 12 games last year, the 49ers still finished third in their division, behind the Seahawks and Rams.
George Kittle News / Yardbarker / September 8
49ers addresses George Kittle's recovery ahead of season opener
Once again, health is the biggest question mark for Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers.
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