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Mac Jones gets another chance to prove himself as 49ers starter

Mac Jones gets another chance to prove himself as 49ers starting QB

Even though Brock Purdy is inching his way back closer to a return for the San Francisco 49ers, it is going to be Mac Jones getting his sixth consecutive start.

Analyst believes that 49ers have 'a brewing QB controversy'

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How many of the quarterbacks with the most passing touchdowns in their rookie season for each NFL team can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 7

The matchup that will decide if the 49ers beat the Rams in Week 10

When the San Francisco 49ers square off with the Los Angeles Rams, it will be Sean McVay and Kyle Shanahan, Puka Nacua and Christian McCaffrey, Davante

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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.

Bryce Huff News / 49ers Webzone / November 7

Bryce Huff returns to bolster 49ers defense ahead of Week 10 clash vs. Rams

The San Francisco 49ers' defensive front is getting a much-needed boost ahead of their Week 10 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. Defensive end Bryce Huff, who missed the last two games with a hamstring injury, has been cleared to return to action.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 7

49ers vs. Rams final injury report: Purdy questionable for Sunday; Pearsall ruled out

The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 10 contest against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Both teams have released their official injury reports, which are provided below.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 7

49ers news: Kyle Shanahan explains why Ricky Pearsall can't practice

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall hasn't played or practiced since Week 4, when he suffered a knee injury. The team clearly hoped the second-year receiver's recovery would progress faster.

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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 7

49ers announce Mac Jones as starter vs. Rams; Brock Purdy questionable

The San Francisco 49ers will once again be without their starting quarterback on Sunday. Brock Purdy is listed as questionable for the second straight week as he continues to recover from a turf toe injury that has sidelined him since Week 4.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 7

49ers QB Mac Jones Starting Week 10, Brock Purdy Remains Questionable

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan announced that QB Mac Jones is set to start Week 10 with QB Brock Purdy (toe) remaining questionable to play, per Nick Wagoner. Purdy hasn’t played since Week 4’s loss to the Jaguars as he deals with a turf toe injury.

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NFL News / Niners Nation / November 7

How will the depleted 49ers defense attack the Rams?

The San Francisco 49ers have a big challenge ahead of them this weekend, as they’ll face the Los Angeles Rams at Levi’s Stadium on Sunday in a big divisional game.

Robert Saleh News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 7

Robert Saleh sounds off on the 49ers benching two rookies

Rookies are starting to be phased out on the San Francisco 49ers. Against the New York Giants, the 49ers got a season low of 123 snaps from rookies. In the past three games, they're averaging 161.3 snaps from rookies compared to 257 in Weeks 2 to 6.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 7

5 San Francisco 49ers who need to step up to beat the Los Angeles Rams

The San Francisco 49ers have been underdogs three times already this year and have lost twice. Their only win was over the Los Angeles Rams, who they are underdogs against once again.

Trent Williams News / Niners Nation / November 7

The 49ers need Trent Williams’ best game of 2025 against the Rams

Trent Williams is a first ballot Hall of Famer. Also, there is an argument for Williams being the greatest left tackle in NFL history. The San Francisco 49ers pulled off a miracle when they traded for Williams following Joe Staley’s retirement announcement.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 7

How the 49ers and Rams have changed since their first matchup this year

The San Francisco 49ers will play the first division team for the second time when they face off with the Los Angeles Rams in Week 10. The teams have an

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / November 7

Kyle Shanahan’s masterful usage of Kyle Juszczyk could have huge impact on 49ers’ playoff push

The 49ers continue to deal with injury issues at wide receiver, as they will likely again be without Ricky Pearsall as well as long-term absentee Brandon Aiyuk for the visit of the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 7

Why 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan yelled at Mac Jones during the Giants game

During the San Francisco 49ers' Week 9 matchup against the New York Giants, head coach Kyle Shanahan was clearly upset with quarterback Mac Jones—but not because of a bad throw.

Christian McCaffrey News / 49ers Webzone / November 7

49ers' Christian McCaffrey on pace to break impressive NFL record

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey is on pace for another historic season, potentially etching his name alongside some of the NFL's all-time greats.

John Lynch News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 7

John Lynch explains the 49ers' inactivity at the trade deadline

Many fans and potentially even some within the San Francisco 49ers organization were disappointed that the team did not do more at the trade deadline.

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / November 7

Kyle Shanahan downplays chemistry concerns ahead of eventual 49ers QB change

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan isn't worried about offensive chemistry as the team prepares for an eventual quarterback switch. Mac Jones has started seven games for the 49ers this season in place of injured starter Brock Purdy, and Sunday's matchup against the Los Angeles Rams could mark his sixth straight start.