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The San Francisco 49ers got through to the Divisional Round with a win over the Philadelphia Eagles in the Wild Card round. In order to beat the Seattle Seahawks this week, they will need some players who were not at their best last week to play better.

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Fred Warner has ambitious goal for return to 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers have been without star linebacker Fred Warner since Oct. 12, when he went down with a significant ankle injury.

49ers designate Warner for return, NFC Championship appearance in play

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Fred Warner News / Field Level Media / January 14

49ers LB Fred Warner potentially available against Seahawks

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner indicated he may be able to return from his three-month stint on the injured list in Saturday night's divisional-round matchup with the Seattle Seahawks.

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Who had the most sacks in a season during the NFL's pre-modern era?

Thanks to pro-football-reference.com's addition of unofficial sack totals to players' resumes, more clarity has emerged about the best pass-rushing years from previous eras.

Robert Saleh News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 14

49ers DC Robert Saleh Scheduled To Interview For Ravens & Titans’ HC Jobs Sunday

Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh is scheduled to interview for the Ravens and Titans’ head-coaching vacancies

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 14

One Area the 49ers' Defense Needs to be Better at Against Seattle

Last time the San Francisco 49ers faced the Seattle Seahawks, they were physically dominated. It occurred on both sides of the ball, but particularly on their defense.

Fred Warner News / 49ers Webzone / January 14

'I feel amazing': Fred Warner nears comeback amid 49ers' playoff push

The San Francisco 49ers opened the practice window for linebacker Fred Warner this week, signaling that the star defender is nearing a return after suffering a dislocated and fractured right ankle just three months ago.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 14

Key NFC divisional-round matchups: Focus on Bears' rushing attack

Key NFC divisional-round matchups: Why Bears' rushing attack is needed vs. Rams

The best weekend of the NFL playoffs is almost here as the divisional round kicks off on Saturday with two games.

Ben Johnson sends warning to Rams amid concerns about Matthew Stafford

Luther Burden III laughs it up after Kyle Monangai's sideline blooper

Sean Payton challenges Broncos fans ahead of playoff game vs. Bills

Patriots' Robert Kraft names 'greatest quality of' QB Drake Maye

Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / January 14

Brock Purdy, 49ers embrace underdog role ahead of Seahawks playoff clash

The Seattle Seahawks enter Saturday's Divisional Round playoff game as seven-point favorites against the San Francisco 49ers. But the Niners have already shown that being labeled an underdog doesn't faze them.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 14

3 Reasons the 49ers Will be Better Against Seattle Than in Week 18

It’s not too common that a team gets a chance to avenge a brutal loss, but that’s exactly what the San Francisco 49ers are getting. They will face the Seattle Seahawks in the divisional playoff round with an opportunity to avenge their Week 18 defeat.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

George Kittle News / Total Pro Sports / January 14

San Francisco 49ers Make Big Roster Addition To Help Replace George Kittle For Playoff Game vs. Seahawks

The San Francisco 49ers escaped Lincoln Financial Field with a big win over the Philadelphia Eagles (23-19) to advance to the divisional round of the 2025 NFL playoffs.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 14

49ers Must Make This Change to Their Starting Lineup

Defeating the Philadelphia Eagles, especially once George Kittle went down, was surprising to see the San Francisco 49ers accomplish. They had every reason to fold in that game or give it up in the end.

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Robert Saleh: Fred Warner brings 'pure energy' to 49ers practice ahead of Seahawks playoff game

The San Francisco 49ers made a surprising move Tuesday by opening the practice window for linebacker Fred Warner, despite previously indicating that such a step was unlikely this week.

Javon Baker News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 14

49ers Making Four Roster Moves, Cut WR Javon Baker

The San Francisco 49ers announced they have signed S Darrick Forrest and TE Hayden Rucci to the practice squad. To make room, the team released WR Javon Baker. The 49ers also signed WR Colton Dowell to a futures contract for the 2026 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 14

A future starter could be emerging on the San Francisco 49ers offense

The San Francisco 49ers have been piecing things together on the fly all season. So, it should be no surprise that the team is not only getting satisfactory play from their third option at left guard, but it may actually be their best fit for the position.