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49ers Legends Come Together to Share Roger Craig’s Hall of Fame Impact

Roger Craig’s long-awaited enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame was well received across the San Francisco 49ers fanbase. It’s more than deserved.

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4 Free Agents 49ers Could Still Sign Ahead of Week 1

On paper, the San Francisco 49ers have one of the most talented rosters in the NFL. With stars like Christian McCaffrey, Mike Evans, Fred Warner, and Nick Bosa, it's hard not to see this team as a contender in 2026.

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49ers WR Coach Leonard Hankerson praises young receivers, emphasizes versatility and preparation

The San Francisco 49ers have plenty of questions to answer at wide receiver heading into the 2026 season, but according to receivers coach Leonard Hankerson, several of the team's young players are already showing the kind of work ethic and preparation that could help them earn opportunities.

Kyle Shanahan News / HITC / August 9

‘I will get there’ – Kyle Shanahan reveals when he’ll return to San Francisco 49ers sideline after car crash

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is working his way back to full health after he was injured in a car crash. Shanahan broke his left hand, three ribs, and had a concussion following the accident that happened four weeks ago.

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The 'Rushing TD leaders by season' quiz

Since 1990, 46 NFL running backs have led or tied for the lead in rushing touchdowns on the season. How many of these leaders can you name in five minutes?

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 9

These Three 49ers Need to Break Out During 2026 Season

The San Francisco 49ers have a host of important players for the 2026 season. Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey, Trent Williams, Fred Warner, and Nick Bosa are just some of the most important names.

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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 / 49ers Webzone / August 9

K.J. Wright sees versatility, growth from 49ers' young linebackers

The San Francisco 49ers have plenty of experience at linebacker, but there are a couple of young players who are giving linebackers coach K.J. Wright plenty to be excited about.

Dominick Puni News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 9

49ers Breakout Candidate Could Be Playing for Massive Payday

One player on the San Francisco 49ers with all signs pointing to a massive breakout is right guard Dominick Puni. Puni is entering his third NFL season.

Nick Bosa News / 49ers Webzone / August 9

Should 49ers fans be concerned about Nick Bosa's absence?

There is a fine line between being concerned about something and simply wondering if there is more to the story. When it comes to Nick Bosa, San Francisco 49ers fans have every right to be wondering right now.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / August 9

Once a Cowboys fan, 49ers rookie Gracen Halton has a message for the Faithful

Former Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman Gracen Halton knows what it means to be an underdog. And if you ask the San Francisco 49ers rookie, that's exactly what the Faithful should expect to see when he steps onto the field.

Roger Craig News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 9

49ers Legend Roger Craig Finally Enters the Pro Football Hall of Fame

Former San Francisco 49ers running back Roger Craig has finally been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. It’s been a long time coming. Over the years, the 49ers’ biggest legends have had their inductions.

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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.

Javon Hargrave News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 9

Packers Activating DT Javon Hargrave

The Packers announced on Sunday that DT Javon Hargrave is being activated from the NFI list and returning to practice today. Hargrave, 33, is a former third-round pick of the Steelers back in 2016.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 9

49ers’ Kyle Shanahan calls out Deebo Samuel contract ‘BS’ that’s all in past

The San Francisco 49ers recently reinforced their offensive lineup by signing wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. to a one-year deal at the end of last month.

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San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 9

49ers’ Kyle Shanahan makes Mike Evans guarantee amid injury absence

The San Francisco 49ers are still trying to get over that Super Bowl hump in this era of the franchise under Kyle Shanahan, and they made a big free agency swing this offseason to try to do so.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 9

5 Notable 49ers Who Won't Be on the Roster by Week 1

In less than a month, the San Francisco 49ers and every other NFL team have to cut about 40 players from their roster. Teams have to go from 90 players to 53 ahead of Week 1, so there's going to be some tough decisions that get made.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 9

One 49ers Position Group Will Be Must-Watch in Preseason Opener

The San Francisco 49ers' interior defensive line is shaping up to be the position to watch in the first preseason game. Reports have been good from the top of the depth chart to the bottom, making it a position that can be watched from start to finish.

Kyle Shanahan News / Field Level Media / August 9