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49ers backup QB plan: Shanahan updates on Adrian Martinez and Kurtis Rourke

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy returned to the lineup on Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals, prompting the team to waive quarterback Adrian Martinez over the weekend.

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Why George Kittle Thinks Brock Purdy is So Special for the 49ers

Brock Purdy’s return in Sunday’s game against the Arizona Cardinals came with a 133.5 passer rating and his best all-around performance of the season yet.

Tatum Bethune News / 49ers Webzone / November 17

49ers injury updates: Bethune, Piñeiro expected to miss time; No Aiyuk this week

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke with reporters during a Monday conference call, one day after the team's 41-22 win over the Arizona Cardinals.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 17

49ers vs. Cardinals PFF grades: Best and worst from the game, plus snap counts

The San Francisco 49ers improved their record to 7-4 after a 41-22 win against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 11. Today, Pro Football Focus released its grades and snap counts from the game.

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How many of the players to lead the NFL in tackles-for-loss each season since 2000-01 can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 17

The 49ers still have one big concern after blowing out the Cardinals

The 49ers shouldn’t throw themselves a parade just yet. Sure, they blew out Arizona on Sunday, and their offense looked terrific with Brock Purdy, George

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College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

NFL draft stock is fluid from the start of the college football season until it concludes. These 20 players have risen up draft boards in 2025 as a result of their strong start to the season.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 17

49ers WR Jauan Jennings’ dolphin bag named ‘Roscoe’ steals show after Brock Purdy’s return

On Sunday afternoon, the San Francisco 49ers pushed their record to 7-4 on the 2025 NFL season with an impressive road win over the divisional rival Arizona Cardinals.

Kyle Shanahan News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 17

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan’s injury update after Week 11 highlights another kicker problem

On Sunday afternoon, the San Francisco 49ers improved to 7-4 on the 2025 NFL season with an impressive road win over the Arizona Cardinals in dominant fashion on the road.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / November 17

Brock Purdy shares honest thoughts on his injured toe

Purdy finally made his return from a toe injury in Week 11.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 17

49ers dominate Cardinals: Rapid reactions

On Sunday, Brock Purdy and Ricky Pearsall returned to the offensive lineup for the San Francisco 49ers. Purdy looked like he hadn't missed any time at all, as the offense dominated.

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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.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 17

49ers add receiver in 2026 NFL mock draft before addressing O-line

Josh Weil of Pro Football and Sports Network has the San Francisco 49ers finally addressing the offensive tackle position in his latest 2026 NFL mock draft.

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 17

One thing holding the 49ers back from reaching their ceiling

Things could not have gone much better for the San Francisco 49ers in the return of Brock Purdy. He was not at his best, but the team did not need him to be.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 17

49ers Notebook: Ricky Pearsall makes his way back to the field; Skyy Moore relives his big kick return; Kyle Juszczyk reaches career milestone

Sunday was a big day on a number of fronts for the San Francisco 49ers, who not only came away with a much-needed 41-22 win over the Arizona Cardinals but now have their offense nearly intact for the stretch run.

Brock Purdy News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 16

The No. 1 thing the 49ers proved in their win over the Cardinals

Brock Purdy returned, and more importantly, returned to form in a 41-22 blowout victory over Arizona. Purdy was 19-26 for 200 yards and three TD’s for a passer rating of 133.5.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / November 16

49ers crush Cardinals 41-22: Key stats, records, and standout performances from Week 11

The San Francisco 49ers improved to 7-4 on the season after a 41-22 Week 11 win over the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Below are several statistics and notes from Sunday's game, which were provided by the 49ers Communications staff.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 16

'Vintage Brock': Purdy stands out in return to game action for 49ers

Brock Purdy's turf toe problem may not fully go away until he's able to rest it in the coming offseason, but it certainly didn't appear to be much of an issue in his return to the field for the San Francisco 49ers against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 16