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Why the 49ers Should Be Pushing Harder for a Trade After Week 8

Having a Week 8 Bye was perfect timing for the San Francisco 49ers. One overlooked benefit for it was that they could observe the lay of the NFC. The 49ers haven't been able to dig in and do that outside of their division.

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49ers work out 8 defensive players ahead of Raiders matchup

According to the NFL transaction report, the San Francisco 49ers worked out eight defensive players ahead of their Week 9 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders at Levi's Stadium.

Jack Jones News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 3

Panthers Hosted DB Jack Jones For Visit

The Carolina Panthers officially hosted free agent DB Jack Jones for a visit on Tuesday, according to the NFL transactions wire. Jones, 28, earned an honorable mention for All-Pac-12 honors in 2021 and also received an All-Pac-12 selection in 2020.

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

The 49ers Most Underrated Trade Deadline Options

The San Francisco 49ers are likely to be buyers at the NFL trade deadline. While there are some names that get tossed around often, who are some lesser-discussed options that are realistic fits for the 49ers?

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The 'Last 100-yard teammates by team' quiz

How many of the last teammates to hit the 100-receiving-yard milestone in the same game for each NFL franchise can you name in eight minutes?

The 'Multi-TD-catch leaders by team' quiz

The 'Most 1K seasons in first five years' quiz

The 'Most completions by NFL team' quiz

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

49ers Have a New NFC Threat to Worry About

Entering the 2026 season, the San Francisco 49ers knew the Seattle Seahawks were their biggest threat in the NFC. The 49ers were demolished in the last two matchups against the Seahawks before this year.

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25 NFL players who could get traded at the deadline

The NFL trade deadline is November 10 at 4 p.m. ET, and several teams have already signaled their intent to sell off. Several prominent players have already been moved, and these 25 could follow.

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

The Most Favorable Matchups on the 49ers’ Schedule After the Bye

The San Francisco 49ers’ bye week is over, and the team will now turn its attention to the second half of the season. With Week 9 on the horizon, the 49ers enter the stretch run as the NFC’s No.

DeForest Buckner News / 49ers Webzone / November 3

49ers in Week 9 power rankings: Where San Francisco landed after bye and Buckner trade

The San Francisco 49ers enter the post-bye portion of their 2026 schedule at 6-1 and lead the NFC West. They are preparing to host the Las Vegas Raiders at Levi's Stadium on Sunday as they look to get back on track.

San Francisco 49ers News / The Forkball / November 3

Brandon Aiyuk Hires Drew Rosenhaus as He Eyes NFL Return

Brandon Aiyuk has hired veteran NFL agent Drew Rosenhaus as he attempts to resume his professional football career after more than two years away from the field.

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

49ers NFL Trade Deadline Big Board: Who Still Fits With One Week Left

The San Francisco 49ers are expected to be buyers at the NFL trade deadline. With about one week to go, what does the big board look like for the 49ers biggest needs?

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

DeForest Buckner Reveals the Biggest Advantage of the 49ers Trading for Him

The 49ers giving up just a fourth-round pick to bring DeForest Buckner back to San Francisco is an absolute steal. Buckner's return addresses a major weakness in San Francisco's defence: the pass rush.

Brandon Aiyuk News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 2

49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk making notable move with NFL return in mind

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has taken a calculated step toward reviving his NFL career by hiring prominent agent Drew Rosenhaus as he looks to return to the field after more than two years away from the game.

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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.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / November 2

49ers get help from Bears in NFC West race

San Francisco 49ers and Chicago Bears fans found themselves rooting for the same team Monday night, as Chicago handed the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks a 34-17 loss at Lumen Field.

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

Why DeForest Buckner Wanted to Return to the San Francisco 49ers

The trade for and return of defensive tackle DeForest Buckner is exactly what the San Francisco 49ers needed ahead of the trade deadline. It was reported that the Chicago Bears offered multiple picks for Buckner, but there was only one destination the 32-year-old had on his mind: San Francisco.

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The 'Last 100-yard teammates by team' quiz

The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'CBB mythical mascots' quiz

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / November 3

49ers Wide Receiver Has Taken a Step Forward in His Injury Rehab

The one thing continuing to get in the way of the San Francisco 49ers’ attempts to win the Super Bowl championship is the injury bug. During their last game, a 29-20 loss to the Atlanta Falcons, they were without wide receivers Mike Evans (Achilles), Deebo Samuel Sr.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / November 2

A Forgotten 49ers Player Is Angling for a Return

Injuries have hit the San Francisco 49ers hard this season, especially at the wide receiver position. Right now, Mike Evans (Achilles), Deebo Samuel Sr.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Josh Hokit Compares Jon Jones to Diddy in Diss Track 12 Days Before UFC Title Fight

Josh Hokit has never been shy about generating headlines, but his latest promotional tactic has taken pre-fight trash talk to a new medium. On November 1, the undefeated heavyweight contender released an explicit rap video titled “MSG FREESTYLE” under the alias J-Word, just twelve days before his championship bout against Ciryl Gane.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 2

49ers still searching for help at two positions before trade deadline

The San Francisco 49ers are off to a 6-1 start and sit atop the NFC West standings. Last week, they made a big move, acquiring defensive tackle DeForest Buckner from the Indianapolis Colts.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / November 2

San Francisco 49ers get unexpected good news on injured rookie star as De’Zhaun Stribling makes major progress in recovery

The 49ers have been waiting for encouraging news about their injured rookie receiver, and the latest development offers fresh hope for a late-season return.

De'Zhaun Stribling News / 49ers Webzone / November 2

49ers rookie De'Zhaun Stribling shows progress in injury recovery

Matt Barrows of The Athletic provided an update Monday on San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling, who has not played since suffering an ankle injury in Week 1.

San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / November 2

San Francisco 49ers Acquire Former Pro Bowl WR on Monday

The San Francisco 49ers added veteran wide receiver KhaDarel Hodge to their practice squad on Monday, bringing back a familiar face who spent time with the organization earlier this season.

Brandon Aiyuk News / 49ers Webzone / November 2

49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk hires new agent, pursuing NFL return

ESPN's Adam Schefter has an update on San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, who is taking steps toward a potential return to the NFL. Although Aiyuk remains officially linked to the 49ers, the team has effectively moved forward without him and does not appear to be considering a reunion.

Deebo Samuel News / Athlon Sports / November 2

49ers Announce WR Move After Deebo Samuel Update

The San Francisco 49ers have managed to put together a hot start to the 2026 NFL season, despite a significant flurry of injuries across multiple position groups.