San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 28

49ers sign 2 former first-rounders to practice squad amid injuries

Although the San Francisco 49ers are 5-3, it is hard for fans to feel too optimistic about the team’s chances this season following yet another avalanche of injuries.

George Kittle News / 49ers Webzone / October 28

George Kittle reveals 49ers' mindset after latest defeat

The San Francisco 49ers locker room was disappointed following a 26-15 defeat to the Houston Texans, but the team lives by a strict 24-hour rule. Any frustration is short-lived, giving the squad time to regroup and focus on their next challenge—preparing for the New York Giants in Week 9.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 28

San Francisco 49ers improve their roster by making this low-risk trade

The San Francisco 49ers had to do something to their edge rusher room, and they likely had to do it before their next game, not the trade deadline. So,

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NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 28

49ers acquiring pass-rusher in trade with Patriots

With Nick Bosa suffering a season-ending injury, the San Francisco 49ers are in need of some pass rush help. They just found some in a trade with the New England Patriots.

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32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season

It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / October 28

Kris Kocurek gets his hands on a former 2nd round pick after the 49ers recent trade

The San Francisco 49ers knew they couldn’t go another week without adding a defensive lineman of some sort. We didn’t make it until Wednesday before the Niners made a trade.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 28

49ers get needed help by trading for Patriots' Keion White

The NFL trade deadline (Nov. 4) is a week away, and teams are starting to make moves to fix their biggest weaknesses.

Patriots continue trade activity, deal former second-round pick Kyle Dugger

Steelers make a surprising move after their recent trade

Steelers reunite Aaron Rodgers with his former wide receiver

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Alfred Collins News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 28

The 49ers' rookie who has improved most in the first half of the season

The San Francisco 49ers' 2025 draft class has had a rocky road to date. However, as some players have hit a rookie wall, one player who has done nothing but ascend is Alfred Collins.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 28

49ers work out four defensive players ahead of Week 9 preparations

According to the NFL transaction wire, the San Francisco 49ers worked out four defensive players as they prepare for their Week 9 matchup against the New York Giants.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / October 28

49ers work out 4 pass rushers, including one from the Super Bowl roster in 2023

The San Francisco 49ers officially signed Andre Dillard to the practice squad. The former first-round pick was with the team during training camp, but he was injured.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

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Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

Andre Dillard News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 28

49ers Sign OT Andre Dillard To Practice Squad

The San Francisco 49ers announced they have signed OT Andre Dillard to the practice squad. In a corresponding move, the team cut OT Brandon Parker. Dillard, 29, was drafted by the Eagles in the first round out of Washington State in 2019.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / October 28

2 49ers Bounce back performances: Kittle celebrates while Renardo Green keeps up his stingy ways

Sunday’s performance in Houston didn’t leave many players to choose from as bounce-back candidates. As the defensive line failed to generate a pass rush against the much-maligned Texans’ offensive line, the defense struggled to get off the field on third down, allowing Houston to dominate time of possession.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 28

Kyle Shanahan reveals Nick Martin's standing in 49ers linebacker depth chart

When San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters exited Sunday's game against the Houston Texans with a knee injury, briefly returning before being ruled out, it was Curtis Robinson who stepped in as his replacement.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 28

3 Things We Learned From the 49ers' 26-15 Loss to the Texans

The defeat to the Houston Texans was the most deflating one of the season for the San Francisco 49ers. Hardly any positives were generated in the game.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / October 28

5 realistic trade candidates for the 49ers at the deadline

The NFL trade deadline is rapidly approaching, and the San Francisco 49ers are positioned to be buyers, sitting at 5-3 with a couple of key needs following some injuries.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 28

The 49ers have to regret giving this player a 3-year extension

When the San Francisco 49ers signed Colton McKivitz this season, they knew exactly what they were signing up for. While he can handle a majority of rushers in the NFL, McKivitz had a poor day against Will Anderson, which cost the team the ability to get multiple drives off the ground. To be fair, Anderson is one of the best rushers in the NFL.

Mykel Williams News / 49ers Webzone / October 28

Baldy weighs in on 49ers: What's up with Mykel Williams?

Fans had high expectations for defensive lineman Mykel Williams, whom the San Francisco 49ers selected with the No. 11 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

NFL News / Niners Nation / October 28

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure in this hypothetical 49ers-Patriots trade

San Francisco 49ers edge rusher Sam Okuayinonu went down with an injury in the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans and is now considered day-to-day with an ankle injury.

Trevis Gipson News / 49ers Webzone / October 28

Panthers poach contributor from 49ers practice squad

The San Francisco 49ers might come to regret not promoting defensive lineman Trevis Gipson from the practice squad to the active roster. According to multiple reports, the Carolina Panthers are signing him to their 53-man roster.

Trevis Gipson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 28

Panthers Signing OLB Trevis Gipson Off 49ers PS

Joseph Person of The Athletic reports the Panthers are signing OLB Trevis Gipson to their active roster off the 49ers’ practice squad. Person mentions Carolina lost OLB Patrick Jones to a season-ending back injury a few weeks back and needed depth.

Jauan Jennings News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 28

What the 49ers could get for trading Jauan Jennings before the deadline

It's no secret that Jauan Jennings doesn't want to play for the 49ers anymore. He formally requested a trade during the offseason when the 49ers refused to give him the contract extension he wanted.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / October 28

San Francisco 49ers give Brock Purdy a dynamic new weapon, find heir apparent for Trent Williams in latest 7-round NFL mock draft

The San Francisco 49ers are an interesting case of a talented football team that could be nearing the end of their winning window. Head coach Kyle Shanahan has proven to be one of the very best in the league, and as long as he is leading the 49ers, they are going to have a chance to make a run.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / October 28