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Christian McCaffrey News / Larry Brown Sports / October 26
49ers appear to dodge a bullet with Christian McCaffrey injury
The San Francisco 49ers suffered their first loss on Sunday in a 29-20 defeat against the Atlanta Falcons. The good news is that head coach Kyle Shanahan says he is “pretty optimistic” despite star running back Christian McCaffrey suffering an injury in the game.
Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / October 26
Kyle Shanahan addresses 49ers' trade outlook ahead of NFL deadline
The San Francisco 49ers continue to be linked to potential trades, and for good reason. At 6-1, they are legitimate contenders, but another injury-plagued season has raised questions about their roster depth.
The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz
How many of the players responsible for the best rushing season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / October 26
Kyle Shanahan: 49ers haven't discussed working out kickers amid Eddy Piñeiro's struggles
Following Sunday's loss to the Atlanta Falcons, San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said the team might consider working out other kickers during its bye week.
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.
Mike Evans News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 26
Why Mike Evans is the Real 49ers MVP
The San Francisco 49ers were extremely sloppy in their 29-20 loss to the Atlanta Falcons. No one played up to their capabilities, which wasn't surprising.
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.
Christian McCaffrey News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 26
49ers RB Christian McCaffrey Has A ‘Mild Hamstring Strain,’ Could Return After Bye
According to 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan, RB Christian McCaffrey suffered a mild hamstring strain and the team is optimistic that he’ll be able to return following the bye week, via Matt Maiocco.
Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / October 26
49ers injury updates bring good news after loss to Falcons
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke with reporters on a conference call Monday, one day after the team's Week 7 loss to the Atlanta Falcons ended their unbeaten start to the season.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 26
One Change 49ers Must Make After Week 7 Loss to Falcons
Losing 29-20 to the Atlanta Falcons is one of those games where the San Francisco 49ers have to shrug their shoulders and move on as quickly as possible.
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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 26
49ers most to blame for shocking upset loss to Falcons
The San Francisco 49ers are undefeated no more. San Francisco’s undefeated season came to an end in a brutal 29-20 loss against Atlanta. The 49ers were competitive to start the game, but were outscored 17-6 in the second half.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 26
Raiders' Klint Kubiak explains Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza decision for Jets game
After the Las Vegas Raiders' 35-21 loss to the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday that dropped what was once a 3-0 Las Vegas side to 3-4 on the season, head coach Klint Kubiak teased that he could bench starting quarterback Kirk Cousins in favor of rookie Fernando Mendoza for Las Vegas' matchup at the 2-5 New York Jets on Nov. 1.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 26
49ers insider predicts 'two or three trades' ahead of deadline
The previously unbeaten San Francisco 49ers exposed some weaknesses in Sunday's upset loss to the Atlanta Falcons. While players returning from injury
San Francisco 49ers News / Lindy's Sports / October 26
The 49ers’ first loss exposed how thin they are
The score matters less than how it happened. As Fox Sports’ Greg Auman wrote, San Francisco’s toughest opponent right now is its own injury report. Mike Evans, the 33-year-old who has carried the passing game, sat out with an Achilles injury.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 26
8 Winners and Losers From 49ers' Week 7 Loss to Falcons
Despite playing sloppily for the majority of the game, the San Francisco 49ers were in it until the final minutes against the Atlanta Falcons. Unfortunately, they couldn't get enough of their players to step up, leading them to lose for the first time this season, 29-20.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 26
49ers' Brock Purdy on impact of Christian McCaffrey's injury against Falcons
San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey appeared poised for a big game Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons. He opened the contest with three carries for 28 yards and two receptions for 40 yards, helping the 49ers reach first-and-goal at the 5-yard line on their opening drive.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 26
Insider Links the 49ers to One of Their Former Defensive Stars on the Trade Market
The San Francisco 49ers finally lost a game on Sunday when they fell to the Atlanta Falcons, 29-20. While it wasn’t exactly a disaster, it was a reminder that they aren’t invincible and that they could use a reinforcement or two to solidify their Super Bowl hopes.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 26
49ers insider send warning to team about 1 of its biggest problems, and it’s not injuries
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan offered a frank critique after kicker Eddy Pineiro missed another extra point. He acknowledged that while this blunder did not affect the outcome of their recent victory, the ongoing issues with kicking must be resolved to preserve their undefeated status.
Jacksonville Jaguars News / Yardbarker / October 26
Liam Coen insists Brian Thomas Jr. will 'make plays' for Jaguars despite trade deadline rumors
While speaking with reporters on Monday, Coen indicated that Thomas will get more than a look or two when 4-2 Jacksonville hosts the 2-5 Indianapolis Colts on Nov. 1.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 26
49ers vs. Falcons PFF grades: Best and worst from the game, plus snap counts
The San Francisco 49ers fell to 6-1 after a 29-20 loss to the Atlanta Falcons in Week 7. Pro Football Focus released its grades and snap counts, offering a closer look at which 49ers players stood out and who still has work to do.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 26
Ranking the 49ers Top NFL Trade Deadline Targets From Realistic to Delusional
As the San Francisco 49ers head into the bye week, the team will update their needs on the trade market. Based on The Athletic’s top 50 names available at the trade deadline, which players are the most realistic for the 49ers?
Kaelon Black News / TWSN / October 26
Kaelon Black Will Be Fantasy Football’s Most Valuable Bench Stash
During the San Francisco 49ers‘ Week 7 game against the Atlanta Falcons, Kaelon Black emerged as a player that fantasy managers should try to store on their bench as soon as possible if he is still available.
George Kittle News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 26
49ers’ George Kittle knows it’s no secret why San Francisco took first L against Falcons
George Kittle believes the San Francisco 49ers have nobody to blame but themselves after suffering their first loss of 2026. San Francisco fell 29-20 to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, with Brock Purdy also refusing to make excuses.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 25
49ers are looking mortal after sloppy loss to Falcons
The San Francisco 49ers earned their first loss of the season on Sunday, a 29-20 defeat to the Atlanta Falcons in Atlanta.
Christian Kirk News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 24
49ers Make Five Moves, Activate WR Christian Kirk
The San Francisco 49ers announced Saturday that they’ve processed five roster moves for Week 7. The full list includes: 49ers signed DE Ogbonnia Okoronkwo to the practice squad.
Nick Bosa News / Pro Football Rumors / October 24
49ers Optimistic About Post-Bye Nick Bosa Return
The 49ers could have Nick Bosa back after their bye week. There is a “high level of optimism” that the star edge rusher will be able to return against the Raiders in Week 9, per CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz.
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