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On YouTubeSan Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 7
What the 49ers have to do to have a successful season
In certain ways, the 49ers already have exceeded expectations. When they lost Brock Purdy, George Kittle, Nick Bosa, Fred Warner and Ricky Pearasll early in the season, their season could have gone in the tank.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 6
What the 49ers can do to drastically improve their Super Bowl chances
The 49ers aren't out of moves. Sure, the trade deadline passed more than a month ago, and the 49ers didn't do anything at that time. Now, they probably regret doing nothing, considering they're 9-4.
John Lynch News / 49ers Webzone / December 6
John Lynch downplays 49ers' run-game concerns
While Christian McCaffrey continues to deliver a remarkable season for the San Francisco 49ers—totaling 1,655 scrimmage yards and 13 touchdowns—questions remain about the team's overall rushing efficiency.
The 'Receiving leaders by NFL team' quiz
How many of the career leaders in receiving yards for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 6
How the 49ers Can Be Winners During Their Bye Week
The Bye Week could not have come at a more perfect time for the San Francisco 49ers. They need to rest up, recover, and reset for their playoff push. The NFC is heavily contested, so they will need to be refreshed for it. Having a Bye Week this late in the season is usually a bummer.
The 25 greatest receiving performances from one NFL playoff run
The increasingly pass-focused NFL continues to see wide receivers and tight ends play central roles in Super Bowl journeys. Here are the best yardage performances by pass catchers during a single playoffs throughout NFL history.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 6
3-round mock draft: 49ers use first two picks to bolster offense
The San Francisco 49ers entered the season with several roster concerns, and mounting injuries have only amplified those issues. The defensive line has been hit hard with the losses of Nick Bosa, Mykel Williams, and others, leaving the 49ers thin up front.
Brandon Aiyuk News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 6
Why it was Initially Sensible for the 49ers to Extend Brandon Aiyuk
Looking back on it, the San Francisco 49ers made a mistake in extending Brandon Aiyuk. Just look at how it's played out. The 49ers are going to release Aiyuk after the season, and all they got from it was a headache, seven games played, 25 catches for 374 yards and no touchdowns.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 6
Grading San Francisco 49ers rookies through bye week
Now that the San Francisco 49ers have hit the bye week, it is a good chance for the rookies to breathe. At this point in the season, they are essentially done being rookies and have played enough football to know how it feels to be in the NFL.
Robert Saleh News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 5
Robert Saleh's secret to defensive success for the San Francisco 49ers
Robert Saleh has been one of the most impressive defensive coordinators in the NFL this season. He is getting by without his two stars, Nick Bosa and Fred Warner.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 5
The San Francisco 49ers' 3 most significant wins so far this season
With the San Francisco 49ers entering their bye week at 9–4, it’s hard not to appreciate how impressive that record is considering all the adversity they’ve battled through.
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.
Brandon Aiyuk News / 49ers Webzone / December 5
49ers great Steve Young doesn't mince words on 'terrible' Brandon Aiyuk drama
As if the injury-plagued 2025 campaign weren't difficult enough, the San Francisco 49ers are now navigating a troubling Brandon Aiyuk situation. The wide receiver continues to rehab from the ACL and MCL injuries he suffered last season.
San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / December 5
San Francisco 49ers land insurance for an aging Trent Williams, find Brock Purdy another weapon in latest 7-round 2026 NFL Mock Draft
The San Francisco 49ers are a franchise in a very interesting spot right now. When Kyle Shanahan's squad has been healthy over the last few seasons, they have been good enough to contend to win a Super Bowl.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 5
One Player That the 49ers Need to Continue to Surge After the Bye
The vibes right now are high for the San Francisco 49ers as they enjoy their Bye Week. Sitting nicely with a 9-4 record, riding a three-game winning streak has to feel lavish, especially after their last win against the Cleveland Browns.
Eric Kendricks News / Last Word On Sports / December 5
49ers Playoff Push: Kendricks Could Stabilize Linebackers
Despite countless injuries on both sides of the ball, the San Francisco 49ers enter their bye week at 9-4 and currently hold the NFC’s seventh seed — meaning they would make the playoffs if the season ended today.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / December 6
49ers' John Lynch gives shocking Fred Warner injury update
The San Francisco 49ers thought they lost who has been referred to as "the heart and soul of their defense" when Warner went down with a dislocated and broken ankle in the club's Week 6 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Oct. 12.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 5
Fred Warner Reveals What Impresses Him Most About 49ers' Brock Purdy
Fred Warner is one of the most well-respected players on the San Francisco 49ers roster, so when he speaks highly of someone, it’s always with absolute sincerity.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 5
49ers' Fred Warner pushing for playoff return despite ankle injury timeline
The San Francisco 49ers aren't counting on having linebacker Fred Warner back for the postseason if the team makes a deep playoff run. Still, the All-Pro defender is attacking his rehab from the dislocated and fractured right ankle he suffered on October 12 with every intention of returning.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 6
How Seahawks could make shocking Sam Darnold decision after season
Quarterback Sam Darnold has been one of the top acquisitions of this past NFL offseason, as he helped the Seattle Seahawks enter December with a record of 9-3. That said, some continue to worry that Darnold could turn into a figurative pumpkin on the biggest stages over the next month or so.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / December 3
49ers' Kyle Shanahan shares 'hopeful' Brandon Aiyuk update
Aiyuk still hasn't returned to the field after a season-ending injury he suffered in 2024.
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