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The 49ers Have Multiple Needs to Address Before the Trade Deadline

Now that the San Francisco 49ers traded for defensive tackle DeForest Buckner, the team has taken one of their needs off the board. San Francisco made the trade early enough that they still have time to make another move before the trade deadline.

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49ers reportedly lose another defensive lineman from practice squad

The San Francisco 49ers have lost another defensive lineman from their practice squad. On Friday, the Indianapolis Colts signed defensive tackle Kevin Givens off the 49ers' practice squad.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / November 1

Bad News for the 49ers Regarding One of Their Dream Trade Targets

There continue to be plenty of rumors about the San Francisco 49ers possibly making a second significant trade in order to bolster what is already a strong roster prior to the NFL’s Nov.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / November 1

Analyst Suggests 49ers Are a Fit for Underrated AFC Edge Rusher

Even after acquiring three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle DeForest Buckner on Tuesday, the San Francisco 49ers could end up making at least one more trade before the NFL’s Nov.

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Can you name the active running backs with at least 20 rushing touchdowns in their career?

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Jauan Jennings News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 1

Latest Report Shows 49ers Made Right Decision Moving On From Jauan Jennings

The San Francisco 49ers may need to trade for a wide receiver right now to strengthen their Super Bowl hopes this season, but a recent development has reminded them that some of their offseason decisions were spot on.

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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.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 1

Which 49ers in-season trade was the most impactful? Here are the top five

Charles Omenihu, Jordan Willis, Keion White. What do these three players have in common? No, it's not that they have each played on the defensive line for the San Francisco 49ers.

Jauan Jennings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 1

49ers rumors: Vikings’ Jauan Jennings rejected trade back to San Francisco

The San Francisco 49ers have been reunion central in 2026, with wide receiver Deebo Samuel and defensive tackle DeForest Buckner both returning to the Bay Area, and they had a chance to reunite with another.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / November 1

49ers GM John Lynch on a Lesser-Known Trait That Has Made Brock Purdy Thrive

Despite what naysayers in the national media said, Brock Purdy of the San Francisco 49ers has been a very good quarterback for the last few years. He took his team to the brink of a Super Bowl championship three seasons ago in just his first full season as a starter, and this season, he has elevated himself to a higher level.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 1

John Lynch Sounds Off on His 10-Year Partnership With Kyle Shanahan on the 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers have had John Lynch as their general manager and Kyle Shanahan as their head coach for a decade. Both arrived in 2017 and helped restore the organization, making it a championship contender and taking the City by the Bay to two Super Bowls, two NFC Championship Games, and, most recently, the Divisional Round last season.

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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.

Dre Greenlaw News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 1

Why 49ers LB Dre Greenlaw was fined $12,537 after San Francisco was upset by Falcons

The NFL has fined San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw $12,537 over an incident involving Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London in their Week 7 29-20 loss, NFL insider Tom Pelissero reported on Saturday.

San Francisco 49ers News / Stadium Rant / November 1

49ers Midseason Recap: Full Circle And Ready For More

With the first half of the season in the books, the San Francisco 49ers sit at an impressive six-and-one record. Brock Purdy has firmly entered the MVP conversation, and the team has overcome key injuries along both the defensive line and wide receiver corps.

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Mac Jones News / Athlon Sports / November 1

Analyst Suggests 49ers Trade QB Mac Jones to NFC Contender

There are fewer than two weeks to go before the NFL’s Nov. 10 trade deadline, and it feels as if a number of blockbuster trades are likely to happen. In particular, many are wondering if the San Francisco 49ers will make another deal to truly bolster their chances of winning this winter’s Super Bowl championship.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 31

Two 49ers Players Were Fined on Saturday for Incidents During Loss to Falcons

Last Sunday brought the San Francisco 49ers their first loss of the 2026 NFL season when they went down in a 29-20 defeat to the Atlanta Falcons. During that game, they were severely short-handed at the wide receiver position, yet they still had a real shot at victory, especially when they took a 14-3 lead early in the second quarter.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / October 31

Two 49ers players fined for actions during loss to Falcons

According to NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco, the NFL has fined two San Francisco 49ers players for actions during the team's Week 7 loss to the Atlanta Falcons.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 31

4 Games 49ers Fans Should Watch in Week 8

The San Francisco 49ers will be winners this week as they're currently enjoying their crucial Bye. However, that means 49ers fans will not get to watch their favorite team.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 31

Former 49ers running back arrested after police chase

According to the New York Post, former San Francisco 49ers running back Joe Williams was arrested in West Hollywood on Wednesday after reportedly leading authorities on a chase.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 31

49ers potential receiver trade pursuit draws intriguing take

With the San Francisco 49ers on a bye week after the disappointing 29-20 loss to the Atlanta Falcons, the talk around the team has been about who the team will target ahead of Nov.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 31

Predicting the 49ers' Wins and Losses After the Bye Week

The Bye Week arrived at the perfect time for the San Francisco 49ers. After starting the season 6-1, they receive crucial rest. That will be extremely beneficial as they begin their second- half season push with the playoffs ahead.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 31

49ers' John Lynch details what makes Brock Purdy an elite QB

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has earned plenty of praise for his performance this season. Despite a subpar outing against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 7, Purdy has completed nearly 70 percent of his passes for 1,748 yards, 15 touchdowns, four interceptions, and a 110.1 passer rating through seven games.

Malik Turner News / Trade Talk Sports / October 29

San Francisco 49ers: Was Malik Turner’s Release Really About Malik Turner?

The San Francisco 49ers released veteran wide receiver Malik Turner from their practice squad on October 27 and signed defensive lineman Kevin Givens in his place.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 29

NFL Week 8 panic meter: Should Chiefs, 49ers be worried?

We're nearly halfway through the 2026 NFL regular season, so we have a pretty good idea about which teams are contenders and which teams are pretenders. Many of those contenders suffered losses in Week 7, but do any of them need to worry?

Are Chiefs going to make a move at wide receiver?

DeForest Buckner trade is more than on-field impact for 49ers

Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes reacts to report leaking that he, Andy Reid told Josh Simmons to leave team meeting

Chiefs send clear message to Harrison Butker with bold Justin Tucker move

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Jack Jones News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 28

49ers Cut CB Jack Jones

The San Francisco 49ers announced they released CB Jack Jones on Wednesday. This comes as a corresponding move to acquiring DT DeForest Buckner from the Colts.

DeForest Buckner News / Yardbarker / October 27

DeForest Buckner trade is more than on-field impact for 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers made a splash on Tuesday, trading a 2027 fourth-round pick to the Indianapolis Colts to reunite with Buckner.

DeForest Buckner becomes yet another Colt shipped out of town

49ers expecting flurry of reinforcements following bye week

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San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 26

49ers expecting flurry of reinforcements following bye week

The San Francisco 49ers were handed their first loss of the season at the hands of the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday and are entering their bye week at possibly the best time.

49ers' bye week comes at perfect time after first loss of season

49ers are looking mortal after sloppy loss to Falcons

Falcons make key plays, hand 49ers first loss of season

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