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Trent Williams News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 10

49ers Offensive Tackle Overview: Is Depth a Concern?

The San Francisco 49ers are going to need a healthy year from Trent Williams because there are questions about the depth behind him. When Trent Williams is at his best, there are few players better than him in the NFL, regardless of position.

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Who is the longest-tenured coordinator for every NFL franchise?

Here are the longest-tenured offensive or defensive coordinators in every team's history.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 10

NFL Notes: Brandon Aiyuk, Ricky Pearsall, Jalen Ramsey, 49ers, Broncos, Steelers

49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk is still recovering after suffering a season-ending torn ACL and MCL. GM John Lynch said Aiyuk has still been around practice to support his teammates this offseason. “His team’s important to him,” Lynch said, via 49ersWebZone.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 10

49ers OL is Perfectly Placed by PFN in Latest Rankings

One of, if the not most, polarizing positions on the San Francisco 49ers is the offensive line. It's a position that gets scrutinized to no end, which is extremely unnecessary.

Demarcus Robinson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 10

49ers’ New wide receiver pleads no contest to DUI charge

The San Francisco 49ers’ newly acquired wide receiver Demarcus Robinson has pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor DUI charge in connection with a November 2024 arrest when he was a member of the Los Angeles Rams.

Brandon Aiyuk News / 49ers Webzone / July 10

49ers insider: Brandon Aiyuk has 'a chance' to be ready for Week 1

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk is widely expected to start the 2025 season on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list, potentially sidelining him for at least the first four games.

Mykel Williams News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 10

Will 49ers Rookie Mykel Williams be a Bust in 2025?

Mykel Williams has a ton of pressure to perform this year. The 49ers drafted him with the 11th pick a few months ago, and their track record of drafting players in Round 1 is not good.

George Kittle News / 49ers Webzone / July 10

George Kittle confident in 49ers: 'We have a lot of weapons on offense'

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is among several NFL stars participating in this year's American Century Championship golf tournament at Lake Tahoe.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 10

The 49ers' Five Most Exciting Games on the 2025 Schedule

One of the reasons to believe the San Francisco 49ers will be successful in 2025 is because of their weak schedule. A lot of their opponents should make for fairly easy outings for them.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 10

The 49ers' Biggest Remaining Need as Training Camp Approaches

The 49ers are prepared to take their lumps this season -- that's what general manager John Lynch said recently in an interview. It was a strange thing to say, considering the 49ers have more than $45 million in salary cap space right now.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 10

49ers announce 11 open training camp practice dates for 2025

The San Francisco 49ers have officially announced 11 open practice dates for their 2025 training camp, offering fans a chance to get up close to the action as the team prepares for the upcoming season.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 10

NFL safety defends 49ers QB Brock Purdy's contract: 'A guy like that deserves to be paid'

Veteran safety Justin Reid, the younger brother of former San Francisco 49ers safety Eric Reid, is gearing up for his first season with the New Orleans Saints after signing a three-year, $31.5 million deal.

Robert Saleh News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 10

One Personnel Mistake 49ers DC Robert Saleh Must Avoid

One of the major bounce-back performances needed on the San Francisco 49ers is from their defense. That is why they honed in on and hired Robert Saleh to return as their defensive coordinator.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / July 10

49ers’ Brock Purdy Speaks Out on Cowboys Ex Trey Lance’s Journey

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy was drafted with the final pick in the 2022 NFL Draft and is now the face of the franchise, having signed a five-year, $265 million extension in May.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 10

49ers Notebook: Pre-camp power rankings, biggest need, Jennings' contract, bust prediction

San Francisco 49ers rookies report to training camp on Tuesday, with veterans set to arrive a week later. The ramp-up to the 2025 NFL season is about to shift into high gear.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 10

Former 49ers Star Ranked NFL's 8th-Best Defensive Tackle by ESPN

In retrospect, trading DeForest Buckner to the Indianapolis Colts was one of the worst moves the 49ers ever have made. They traded Buckner for a first-round pick which they used to take defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw, who was a disappointment and is no longer on the team.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 10

49ers receive surprising offseason grade from ESPN

Some may view the San Francisco 49ers' offseason as underwhelming. Following a disappointing 6-11 finish in 2024, the team moved on from several veteran contributors and leaned heavily on the NFL Draft to restock the roster with youth.

San Francisco 49ers News / Field Level Media / July 10

49ers WR Demarcus Robinson gets probation in DUI case

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Demarcus Robinson was sentenced to three years probation after pleading no contest to misdemeanor DUI. Robinson, 30, was a member of the Rams when he was arrested last November.

Upton Stout News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 10

Ranking Most Important 49ers in 2025: No. 27 is a Rookie Cornerback

The San Francisco 49ers drafted Upton Stout 100th overall in the 2025 NFL Draft, signaling that they see real potential in him as a contributor. At the same time, they knew there was some risk involved, which explains why he slid to the end of Day 2.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 10

One-time MVP addresses how 49ers' Brock Purdy is underrated

Discussions about whether or not San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is overrated or underrated have existed for a long time.

49ers' Brock Purdy shares why he thought he was being cut as a rookie

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‘He’s Always Had Durability Issues’: NFL Exec Provides Blunt Outlook on 49ers’ Christian McCaffrey

Christian McCaffrey News / Gridiron Heroics / July 10

‘He’s Always Had Durability Issues’: NFL Exec Provides Blunt Outlook on 49ers’ Christian McCaffrey

San Francisco 49ers’ Christian McCaffrey remains one of the NFL’s most dynamic running backs, but concerns about his durability continue to shape evaluations of his career.