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Why this 49ers player is back to his best at the most crucial time

The San Francisco 49ers have been plagued with injuries on both sides of the ball all season. It hasn’t derailed their season, as the organization is 7-4, keeping them in the mix for a playoff spot if they maintain their current form.

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Glazer on 49ers WR's future: 'It's up to Brandon Aiyuk'

The turbulence between Brandon Aiyuk and the San Francisco 49ers has reached a new level, and according to FOX Sports insider Jay Glazer, the wide receiver's future is in his own hands.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 24

49ers Keys to Victory: How San Francisco Can Take Down the Panthers on MNF

Faithful to the Bay, it's about to go down. The 7-4 49ers host the 6-5 Panthers at Levi's Stadium on Monday Night Football. Both teams look to increase their chances of advancing to the playoffs.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 24

These are the 49ers' keys to victory against the Carolina Panthers

As the Brandon Aiyuk drama casts a shadow over Levi’s Stadium, the 49ers have an important game to win to make the playoffs. They face a Carolina team much like their own, an ascending offense that has just broken through, and a punchless defense among the league’s worst in blitz rate, pressure rate, and success rate.

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The 'Most catches by an NFL running back' quiz

How many of the NFL running backs with the most receptions in a season can you name in five minutes?

The '400-touch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL running back receiving leaders' quiz

The '2024 NFL passing TD leaders' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 24

49ers vs. Panthers: 5 Key Players to Watch in the Week 12 Matchup

A floundering Arizona Cardinals team is just what the doctor ordered for the San Francisco 49ers to get back on track to a resounding 41-22 victory. After a six-game hiatus, Brock Purdy returned to toss three touchdown passes.

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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.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 23

NFC Notes: Mac Jones, Christian McCaffrey, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, 49ers, Seahawks

49ers RB Christian McCaffrey was under the impression that he was going to be traded to the Rams when he was originally dealt to San Francisco by the Panthers.

George Kittle News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 23

One matchup the 49ers must dominate against the Panthers

George Kittle is hot, and the run is expected to extend on Monday Night Football against the Carolina Panthers. Thomas Valentine of Pro Football Focus

Brandon Aiyuk News / 49ers Webzone / November 23

NFL insider says 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk close to being cleared to return, 2026 yet to be written

Brandon Aiyuk's journey with the San Francisco 49ers has been unique. From being in Kyle Shanahan's doghouse in 2021 to making it to the penthouse in 2023, only to end up in the outhouse in 2025, Aiyuk's tenure in Santa Clara has been laced with drama.

NFL News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / November 23

Carolina Panthers vs. San Francisco 49ers Start Em Sit Em Week 12 2025 Fantasy Focus

Both teams erupted offensively a week ago, surprising skeptics and reminding the NFC that neither intends to go quietly for the 49ers and Panthers. Now, under the lights of Monday Night Football, we get a matchup loaded with fantasy juice and breakout potential.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 23

5 49ers who must step up to beat the Carolina Panthers

The San Francisco 49ers have a big matchup against the Carolina Panthers that will swing the playoff odds in a big way. If the 49ers want to walk out of

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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'

Brandon Aiyuk News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 23

49ers Think Brandon Aiyuk Is Close To Being Physically Cleared To Play

According to Mike Garafolo, the 49ers think WR Brandon Aiyuk is getting close to receiving physical clearance from the medical team to be able to play. Garafolo confirmed the report from the Athletic that San Francisco voided Aiyuk’s guarantees next year for not fulfilling his obligations with meetings and team activities.