The San Francisco 49ers improved to 3-0 after a 36-30 win over the Arizona Cardinals in Week 3. Pro Football Focus released its grades and snap counts from the game, providing a closer look at which 49ers players stood out and who has more work to do.
Mike Evans left the field in pain during the San Francisco 49ers’ Week 3 victory and now faces a concerning injury outlook. The veteran wide receiver exited early against the Arizona Cardinals after a hard hit.
For the third game in a row to start this season, the San Francisco 49ers scored on their first offensive series and built a sizable lead. They were ahead 23-6 over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday at Levi’s Stadium, but unlike in their first two games this year, they let things become competitive.
The San Francisco 49ers left another game with a long list of injuries. Who left, who came back, and what are the statuses of the banged-up players from their Week 3 win?
How many of the NFL players with at least 100 receiving yards in their first-career postseason game can you name in eight minutes?
Among the several notable players who fell victim to injuries during Sunday’s games, San Francisco 49ers star wide receiver Mike Evans was one of the most concerning cases.
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.
The Niners are now 3-0 after the 36-30 win over the Arizona Cardinals. Kyle Shanahan and Co. orchestrated some brilliant plays that helped them bring the W, but there is one play that stands out quite a bit.
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan has named two quarterbacks whom he has coached who gave him the same level of confidence as his current QB, Brock Purdy.
34-year-old veteran edge rusher Matthew Judon brings 72 career sacks and familiarity with defensive coordinator Raheem Morris’s scheme to a San Francisco defensive line that has been gutted by injuries with no reinforcements yet in sight.
The latest San Francisco 49ers win might have been too close for comfort for the team's fans, but it was at least fun to watch coming down the stretch.
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.
The San Francisco 49ers sit alone atop the NFC West standings after three weeks of NFL action. San Francisco defeated the Arizona Cardinals 36-30 in a thriller at Levi's Stadium on Sunday afternoon, improving to 3-0 on the season.
It's been a long time coming for wide receiver Jordan Watkins, but on Sunday he finally got his chance to step into the spotlight for the San Francisco 49ers.
The San Francisco 49ers overcame an extensive list of defensive injuries on Sunday to secure a big NFC West win over the Arizona Cardinals, outlasting them in a 36-30 decision.
The San Francisco 49ers are signing veteran edge rusher Matthew Judon, who recently worked out with the team. Judon revealed the news during a conversation with Arabia Tillery of the ALL32 podcast, explaining his decision to join the 49ers.
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans sustained a rib strain in the team's 36-30 win over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, according to an NFL Network report.
If you didn't watch the San Francisco 49ers take on the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, you might scratch your head at the final statistics. Wide receiver Deebo Samuel didn't catch a pass in the Week 3 matchup but finished with 80 receiving yards and a touchdown.
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke to reporters after Sunday's Week 3 win over the Arizona Cardinals, providing several injury updates from the game.
Brock Purdy threw for 297 yards and four touchdowns as the San Francisco 49ers built a 17-point third-quarter lead before holding off a rally by the Arizona Cardinals for a 36-30 win on Sunday in Santa Clara, Calif.
The San Francisco 49ers have reportedly decided not to place defensive end Nick Bosa on injured reserve. However, the decision isn't necessarily related to the expected recovery timeline for the star pass rusher's calf injury, which he suffered ahead of Thursday's practice.
The 49ers announced they have placed WR Demarcus Robinson on injured reserve ahead of Week 3. They also promoted DL Viliami Fehoko to the active roster and elevated defensive linemen Kevin Givens and Sebastian Valdez.
The San Francisco 49ers will once again have to play without superstar pass rusher Nick Bosa. On Thursday, Bosa suffered a calf injury during a high-knee
The San Francisco 49ers were flying high after impressive back-to-back wins. But the 49ers received a tough break ahead of their home game vs. Arizona this Sunday.
On Thursday, San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch strongly suggested that he does not want to part ways with backup quarterback Mac Jones before the NFL trade deadline. Can you blame him?
Recent player punishments are as ridiculous as they are hypocritical, and they're also a reminder of the league's reputation of being a place where no fun is allowed.
A rash of quarterback injuries across the league, particularly Jaxson Dart in New York, has spurred another round of trade rumors.
The NFL has at times been called the "No Fun League" by fans for its crackdown on taunting and celebrations. It's latest fine won't do much to dissuade such characterizations.
With Sam Darnold, Jayden Daniels, Jaxson Dart and Caleb Williams all suffering early season injuries, the importance of having a reliable backup has been on full display again.
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