San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 5

Six 49ers on Roster Bubble After One Week of Training Camp

The San Francisco 49ers have gotten through the first week of training camp. It's been an eventful one so far, as we've seen several players step up and prove they deserve spots.

Brock Purdy News / Viral Sports News / August 5

49ers’ Brock Purdy Lands Surprising Take From NFL Head Coach

In the latest installment of The Athletic’s annual NFL quarterback tiers survey conducted by Mike Sando and based on input from 50 coaches and executives, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy landed in a career-best position.

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Fred Warner News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Fred Warner Explains 49ers' Super Bowl or Bust Mindset for 2026

The San Francisco 49ers have been one of the most consistent teams in the NFL over the last decade. The team has made several NFC Championship Games and two Super Bowls, but they've yet to win it all under this regime.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 4

5 49ers Whose Stock Is Soaring After the First Week of Camp

Now that the San Francisco 49ers are more than a week into the start of training camp, who on the roster has improved their chances of making the initial 53-man roster?

Deebo Samuel News / 49ers Webzone / August 4

49ers WR Deebo Samuel's one-year contract includes intriguing incentive details

Last week, it was widely reported that San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel signed a one-year contract worth up to $7 million, reuniting with the team that drafted him in 2019.

Eli Apple News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 4

49ers Hosted Veteran CB Eli Apple For Visit

The San Francisco 49ers hosted veteran CB Eli Apple for a visit, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. Apple, 30, is a former first-round pick of the Giants back in 2016.

San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / August 4

San Francisco 49ers WR Put on Notice Amid Brutal Injury News

As training camp unfolds across the NFL, few situations carry the urgency facing the San Francisco 49ers’ receiving corps. The team’s injury list has stretched to ridiculous lengths, with a heavy concentration of absences on the offensive side of the ball and especially among the wide receivers.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Five Biggest Questions for 49ers After Week 1 of Training Camp

The San Francisco 49ers have gotten through a week of training camp already. It shouldn't be surprising at this point, but the team has already dealt with some notable injuries.

San Francisco 49ers News / EasySportz / August 4

The 49ers Might Actually Be Cursed

At some point, bad luck stops feeling like bad luck. For the San Francisco 49ers, that point might have arrived. Over the last 15 years, San Francisco has consistently been one of the NFL’s most talented franchises.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / 49ers Webzone / August 4

49ers injury update: Full list of players sidelined at training camp

The list of San Francisco 49ers players dealing with injuries during training camp continues to grow with each passing practice. And I'm not talking about players already on injury lists, such as tight end George Kittle, who is recovering from an Achilles injury, or defensive end Mykel Williams, who is attempting to return from a torn ACL.

San Francisco 49ers News / EasySportz / August 4

The 49ers’ Injury Bug Is Already Out of Control

The San Francisco 49ers haven’t even reached the regular season yet, and somehow the injury conversation is already taking over the team. Stop me if you’ve heard that before.

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Raheem Morris News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 4

Why 49ers’ Ji’Ayir Brown Believes Raheem Morris’ Defense is a Perfect Fit

Having a new defensive coordinator every year since 2022 has been rough for the San Francisco 49ers. Most of the players can’t establish themselves and get comfortable when it’s a revolving door.

Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / August 4

49ers' Brock Purdy has a healthy perspective on outside criticism

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy continues to prove himself on the field, yet the criticism never seems to disappear. Perhaps that's the reality of being the final pick in the 2022 NFL Draft.

Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / August 4

49ers under fire: NFL GMs question aging roster and Brock Purdy

Are the San Francisco 49ers headed for a disappointing 2026 season? At least one anonymous NFL general manager believes so. Jason La Canfora recently wrote for Casino.org about why the 49ers could struggle to recapture their recent success, pointing to an aging roster and several underwhelming NFL Draft classes.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 4

49ers QB trait breakdown: How Brock Purdy and Mac Jones grade in B/R NFL 1000

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy ranks among the NFL's top 10 quarterbacks, according to Bleacher Report's NFL 1000. The annual evaluation grades quarterbacks across six key traits—accuracy, processing, arm talent, decision-making, leadership, and pocket presence—using a 100-point scale.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 4

49ers rookie De'Zhaun Stribling reveals what he's learning from Mike Evans, veteran teammates

When the San Francisco 49ers selected wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling with the No. 33 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the moment came sooner than he expected.

Mike Evans News / 49ers Webzone / August 4

NFL offers added motivation for rejuvenated 49ers WR Mike Evans in 2026

Don't hold your breath if you were waiting to see where San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans landed in the NFL Top 100 Players of 2026 rankings.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 3

Brandon Aiyuk gets big update on Commanders' interest

For years now, Brandon Aiyuk has made life tough for the San Francisco 49ers' coaching staff and front office.

Will Brandon Aiyuk ever play in the NFL again?

Christian McCaffrey responds to his heated interaction with Dre Greenlaw

Patriots WR A.J. Brown makes statement with both words, actions

The '2023 NFL 1K-yard receivers' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / August 3

49ers Explored Deebo Samuel Reunion Prior To News Of Ricky Pearsall’s Surgery

Last week, Deebo Samuel agreed to return to the 49ers on a one-year deal. Shortly thereafter, it was learned fellow receiver Ricky Pearsall‘s PCL injury will require season-ending surgery.

Eli Apple News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 2

49ers Make Four Moves, Release CB Eli Apple

The San Francisco 49ers announced a series of roster moves on Sunday including releasing veteran CB Eli Apple. The full list includes: 49ers released DB Eli Apple.

Brandon Aiyuk News / Yardbarker / August 2

Will Brandon Aiyuk ever play in the NFL again?

Brandon Aiyuk has made it abundantly clear that he wants out of San Francisco. What remains far less clear is whether he actually wants to do what is required to play football again in the NFL.

49ers to place Ricky Pearsall on season-ending IR

49ers have huge plans for Deebo Samuel

The '2023 NFL 1K-yard receivers' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 1

Christian McCaffrey responds to his heated interaction with Dre Greenlaw

Fights are nothing new at NFL training camps, but they never fail to draw attention, especially when star players are involved. That was the case Friday for the San Francisco 49ers, as running back Christian McCaffrey and linebacker Dre Greenlaw reportedly had a heated interaction during the team’s first padded practice.