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49ers will lead the NFL in unwanted category during 2026 season

The San Francisco 49ers are regularly among the NFL's most-traveled teams each season, and that trend will continue in 2026. According to Bookies.com, via ESPN's Adam Schefter, the 49ers are projected to travel 38,105 miles during the 2026 season.

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Insider makes the case for A.J. Brown-to-49ers trade scenario

The San Francisco 49ers appear set at wide receiver after revamping the position group this offseason. The team moved on from Jauan Jennings and Kendrick Bourne but added veteran receivers Mike Evans and Christian Kirk.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / May 13

Insider shares concerning opinion on George Kittle's future

For years, George Kittle has been the San Francisco 49ers' YAC specialist. Are those days behind him?

49ers waiting game with Brandon Aiyuk leaves NFL teams on hold

49ers named among NFL's most complete teams entering 2026 season

The 'TE receiving leaders by NFL team' quiz

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The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz

How many of the active NFL players who have rushed for 1,000 or more yards in a season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz

The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'NFL franchise rushing-TD leaders' quiz

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49ers now know dates of 2 international games that had Kyle Shanahan angry

The San Francisco 49ers will be under a lot of pressure during the 2026 season. San Francisco made a playoff run last season despite dealing with a mountain of injuries.

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / May 13

49ers vs. Vikings: NFL officially announces 2026 Mexico City matchup

The NFL officially announced that the San Francisco 49ers will host the Minnesota Vikings in a Week 11 matchup at the iconic Estadio Banorte in Mexico City on Sunday, November 22, 2026.

Raheem Morris News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 13

Ji'Ayir Brown Sounds Off on 49ers DC Raheem Morris

Raheem Morris provides the San Francisco 49ers with a few benefits as the defensive coordinator. The first and most important one is that he caters his defense to the players at his disposal.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / May 12

49ers will reportedly face Vikings in Mexico City in 2026

The San Francisco 49ers will open the 2026 season against the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia, marking one of two international games on their schedule.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 12

49ers Post-Draft Edge Rusher Depth Chart: Competition for Depth

Now that the NFL draft is complete, the San Francisco 49ers have moved to OTAs and are adjusting the depth chart before training camp. What does the depth chart look like for the edge rusher room now that the 49ers have made the majority of their offseason moves?

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 12

49ers left guard battle: Can Carver Willis win the starting job?

While Carver Willis played tackle at the collegiate level, the San Francisco 49ers selected him in the fourth round with the expectation that he would move inside to guard.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 13

AFC Notes: Carnell Tate, Nate Boerkircher, Jaguars, Titans

The Jaguars and 49ers raised some eyebrows around the league during the draft, as they went almost entirely against consensus board rankings with their selections.

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25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

San Francisco 49ers News / Total Pro Sports / May 12

Philadelphia Eagles Legend & Super Bowl Champion Has Passed Away

Charle Young, a three-time Pro Bowl tight end for the Philadelphia Eagles who later won a Super Bowl ring with the San Francisco 49ers, has passed away.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 12

49ers wide receiver battle could be intriguing training camp storyline

Four wide receivers appear safe from any San Francisco 49ers roster cuts this offseason. Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the group is expected to feature Mike Evans, Christian Kirk, Ricky Pearsall, and rookie De'Zhaun Stribling.

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The 'Active NBA double-double leaders' quiz

The 'Active playoff scoring leaders' quiz

The 'Most 25-point NBA Playoff games' quiz

The 'Multiple 4K-yard NFL seasons' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 12

49ers Rookie Expectations: Ephesians Prysock

With the 2026 NFL draft in the rearview mirror, it is a good time to look forward and project what these rookies can do in their debut season. Ephesians Prysock was a late fourth-round pick for the 49ers.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 12

49ers' Ji'Ayir Brown reflects on 'Welcome to the NFL' moment, Dre Greenlaw, Raheem Morris

The San Francisco 49ers selected Ji'Ayir Brown in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft, and the safety quickly found himself in the middle of a championship run.

Osa Odighizuwa News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 12

Osa Odighizuwa is the 49ers' Most Important Addition of the Offseason

The San Francisco 49ers made several major changes to their roster this offseason. While many of the additions have received attention, one move that still feels underdiscussed is the trade for Osa Odighizuwa.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 12

Most Concerning Question Mark 49ers Face With De’Zhaun Stribling

It shouldn’t come as a surprise that the San Francisco 49ers drafted a wide receiver with their first pick. The future of the position is bleak at best.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 12

49ers insider doesn't expect interest in Pro Bowl cornerback

There was brief speculation that the San Francisco 49ers could explore a trade for former Indianapolis Colts veteran cornerback Kenny Moore II. Then, there was speculation that the team might be interested in signing the defensive back after the Colts released him on May 7.

Brandon Aiyuk News / Larry Brown Sports / May 12

Brandon Aiyuk puts concerns about his weight to rest

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk’s future remains murky, but anyone who was still worried about what kind of shape he was in should be reassured by his latest Instagram post.

Brandon Aiyuk News / 49ers Webzone / May 12

49ers waiting game with Brandon Aiyuk leaves NFL teams on hold

Why haven't the San Francisco 49ers traded disgruntled wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk yet? ESPN's Dan Graziano offered insight into the situation on Tuesday, pointing to what many around the NFL already believe—that Aiyuk will likely be released before the 2026 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 12