San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 26

49ers own a top-10 NFL roster, says CBS Sports

CBS Sports' Jordan Dajani and Tyler Sullivan examined the NFL landscape and ranked the league's top rosters—on paper—heading into the 2026 season. Where did the San Francisco 49ers land?

San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / August 26

San Francisco 49ers Terminate Contract of 6-foot-5 Weapon

The San Francisco 49ers have terminated the contract of tight end Tanner McLachlan, the Canadian pass-catcher who briefly joined the team this summer. The move came after McLachlan was waived from injured reserve with an injury settlement, ending his short stint with the franchise.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Joe Montana Says One Thing About Brock Purdy Really Impresses Him

Joe Montana’s accomplishments are the stuff of legend, and as much as anyone, he helped make the San Francisco 49ers one of the NFL’s truly iconic franchises during the 1980s.

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The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks who led the NFL in passing yards since the AFL-NFL merger can you name in five minutes?

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 26

Nick Bosa's injury situation is still a concern for the 49ers

The 49ers hope to have Bosa back for Week 1, but regardless of his status for that game the 49ers have to be concerned about his situation.

NFL’s response to Jed York could expose its personal conduct double standard

Three backup quarterbacks who could start for new teams in 2027

49ers injury report: Kyle Shanahan provides updates on Mike Evans, Nick Bosa, several others

49ers training camp: Osa Odighizuwa shines in practice, George Kittle ramping up

The 'NFL sack leaders by season' quiz

NFL News / Lindy's Sports / August 26

49ers Signing Viliami Fehoko Jr. Teases Raheem Morris Defensive Plan

Things are different in San Francisco after Monday, Aug 24. That’s because the 49ers made a significant change, adding a fresh face to their defensive front in lineman Viliami Fehoko Jr.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Kyle Shanahan Says Christian Kirk Could Open the Season on Injured Reserve

The San Francisco 49ers’ wide receiver room looks a lot different than it did when they narrowly lost in Super Bowl LVIII to the Kansas City Chiefs. While Brandon Aiyuk, who was their leading receiver that year with 1,342 yards, is still on their roster, it is virtually a lock that he will never play another snap for them.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 26

49ers Must Already Be Regretting Signing This Veteran Player

It’s starting to become clear which players the 49ers will retain for their final 53-man roster. They’ll have until Aug. 30 before coming to make any decisions.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Will Kyle Shanahan Play His Starters in 49ers' Final Preseason Game?

Oftentimes, NFL teams treat their final preseason game of the year as a dress rehearsal for Week 1 of the regular season. Of course, that doesn’t mean they play their starters throughout that preseason contest, but they will often leave such players on the field for multiple offensive series.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Christian McCaffrey News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Christian McCaffrey Launches Signature Shoe With While On Earth

Since coming to the San Francisco 49ers in a midseason trade back in 2022, Christian McCaffrey has established himself as arguably the best running back in the NFL.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 26

A New Injury Has Come Up for Another 49ers Star

Injuries have been the one big bugaboo for the San Francisco 49ers, not only over the last couple of years, but for much of the Kyle Shanahan era. Various

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 26

49ers’ 53-man roster prediction for 2026 NFL season

The San Francisco 49ers are one of the most consistent teams in the NFL. They have registered double-digit victories in four of the last five years, but that’s simply not good enough when at team competes in the NFC West.

Jed York News / EssentiallySports / August 26

'Didn’t Know I Was on Camera': ESPN’s Mina Kimes Reacts After Being Caught on Live TV After Jed York’s Arrest

The San Francisco 49ers got hit with a problem that came totally out of their syllabus. Jed York, the principal owner and chief executive officer of the 49ers, was arrested Sunday morning in East Palestine, Ohio.

Mike Evans News / TWSN / August 26

The San Francisco 49ers Already Have a Mike Evans Problem

The big free agency move for the San Francisco 49ers was signing Mike Evans. The hope was that by adding him he would end up helping stabilize the wide receiver room and give Brock Purdy the dependable WR1 he had been missing that could also provide a physical presence.

San Francisco 49ers News / EssentiallySports / August 25

'It Was Anybody but Him': 32 NFL Teams Accused of Finding Excuses to Keep Colin Kaepernick Out After National Anthem Controversy

“I gave up everything. And I’d do it again,” Colin Kaepernick stated as he announced his new memoir and manifesto on social media. The former San Francisco 49ers quarterback has returned to the spotlight once again after losing his NFL career.

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / August 25

Kyle Shanahan reveals plan for 49ers starters vs. Raiders, talks Australia trip

The San Francisco 49ers starters got some playing time during last week's preseason matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers after sitting out the preseason opener against the Tennessee Titans.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 25

49ers legend Joe Montana reveals what impresses him most about Brock Purdy

San Francisco 49ers legend Joe Montana doesn't like comparing players. That means he isn't trying to find a comparison for current starting quarterback Brock Purdy, who has enjoyed an impressive career since becoming the final pick of the 2022 NFL Draft.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / August 25

San Francisco 49ers can become Super Bowl contenders if they somehow overcome the one thing they can’t control

The San Francisco 49ers really only have one obstacle to overcome if they want to reach the Super Bowl, and it’s the awful injury luck they not only experienced in 2025 but what they are experiencing now as well.

Jed York News / Field Level Media / August 25

Police: 49ers owner Jed York responded to undercover ad on prostitution site

San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York used a pseudonym when responding multiple times to a fake prostitution ad ahead of his Sunday arrest in East Palestine, Ohio, according to an incident report obtained by ESPN and The Athletic on Tuesday.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 25

49ers star Fred Warner offers player's perspective on Jed York's arrest

San Francisco 49ers star linebacker Fred Warner stepped up to the podium after practice on Tuesday, a day after news broke that team owner Jed York had been arrested in Ohio as part of a prostitution sting conducted by the Mahoning Valley Human Trafficking Task Force.

Nick Bosa News / Yardbarker / August 25

49ers' Kyle Shanahan gives update on Nick Bosa ahead of Week 1

Bosa has not practiced since the beginning of August due to pain in his surgically repaired right knee, and that has raised plenty of questions about whether or not he will be ready for Week 1.

Christian McCaffrey addresses media 'firestorm' after missing multiple practices

The 'NFL sack leaders by season' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 25

Three backup quarterbacks who could start for new teams in 2027

Some NFL backups are waiting for an injury to create an opportunity. These three quarterbacks could use the 2026 season to convince a different team to hand them a starting job next year.

Cowboys haven't determined winner of QB2 battle, but answer looks clear

Mike McCarthy disputes Steelers' QB decision after preseason disaster

Insider insists Raiders 'want' to make this starting QB decision

Former player shares J.J. McCarthy take amid Carson Wentz whispers

Saints' Tyler Shough reveals goal ahead of second NFL season

Titans' Cam Ward addresses latest lackluster preseason performance