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The Case for and Against the 49ers Going All-In on a Big Trade

The Case for and Against the 49ers Going All-In on a Big Trade

The San Francisco 49ers made a big splash for DeForest Buckner, but they still have two weeks to go until the trade deadline. They also did not spend much in terms of draft capital on the trade, and while they took a chunk of salary, they are not tied to him beyond this year.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 30
49ers' $34 Million in Cap Space Isn't All Available to Spend

49ers' $34 Million in Cap Space Isn't All Available to Spend

The San Francisco 49ers have approximately $34 million in available salary cap space, and with the November 10 trade deadline approaching, it's easy to look at that number and believe John Lynch can afford another big-name player.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 30
Insider on What Type of Trade the 49ers Are Most Likely To Make

Insider on What Type of Trade the 49ers Are Most Likely To Make

The NFL trade market has heated up fairly quickly this week. On Tuesday, the San Francisco 49ers acquired defensive tackle DeForest Buckner from the Indianapolis Colts for a 2027 fourth-round draft pick, while the Colts sent All-Pro guard Quenton Nelson to the Seattle Seahawks for two draft picks.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 29
49ers insider explains why another blockbuster trade is unlikely

49ers insider explains why another blockbuster trade is unlikely

The San Francisco 49ers made a significant move this week, sending a 2027 fourth-round draft pick to the Indianapolis Colts for defensive tackle DeForest Buckner.

Tucker Kraft News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?

The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz
The 'Active 5-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
The '2K yards through 2 NFL seasons' quiz
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 29
The 49ers Might Not Make Another Big Move Before the Trade Deadline

The 49ers Might Not Make Another Big Move Before the Trade Deadline

After a 6-1 start, the San Francisco 49ers enter their Week 8 bye looking to bolster their roster for a playoff run with Super Bowl 61 aspirations. The 49ers went all in, trading a 2027 fourth-round pick to the Indianapolis Colts for two-time All-Pro defensive tackle DeForest Buckner.

NFL News / Yardbarker
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 29
Cheap Alternatives to 49ers' Splashy Trade Targets

Cheap Alternatives to 49ers' Splashy Trade Targets

While the San Francisco 49ers made a big swing for DeForest Buckner, it did not cost much draft capital. There are a few other big names that fans want the team to add over time before the trade deadline.

Fred Warner News / 49ers Webzone / October 29
49ers' Fred Warner on pace to shatter career tackle record

49ers' Fred Warner on pace to shatter career tackle record

No one can deny the greatness of San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner. After missing most of last season with an ankle injury, Warner is once again putting together an impressive campaign, reminding everyone why he is considered one of the NFL's premier defensive players.

Malik Turner News / Trade Talk Sports / October 29
San Francisco 49ers: Was Malik Turner’s Release Really About Malik Turner?

San Francisco 49ers: Was Malik Turner’s Release Really About Malik Turner?

The San Francisco 49ers released veteran wide receiver Malik Turner from their practice squad on October 27 and signed defensive lineman Kevin Givens in his place.

Jack Jones News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 29
One Player Greatly Benefits From 49ers Releasing Jack Jones

One Player Greatly Benefits From 49ers Releasing Jack Jones

Hit the road Jack. The San Francisco 49ers have released cornerback Jack Jones on Wednesday to make room for DeForest Buckner on the 53-man roster. Cutting Jones was an easy decision for the 49ers.

San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / October 29
49ers’ First Loss Leads to Honest Tom Brady Admission

49ers’ First Loss Leads to Honest Tom Brady Admission

The San Francisco 49ers absorbed their first defeat of the 2026 NFL season last weekend, a 29-20 road loss to the Atlanta Falcons that dropped them to 6-1.

Brock Purdy News / Athlon Sports / October 29
How Much Has Brock Purdy Dropped in NFL.com’s Quarterback Rankings?

How Much Has Brock Purdy Dropped in NFL.com’s Quarterback Rankings?

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy got off to a sensational start this season, and the national media finally gave him the respect and love he’d been denied during previous seasons.

NFL News / Yardbarker
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / The Lead / October 29
Who Are the Unsung Heroes for the 49ers After Week Seven?

Who Are the Unsung Heroes for the 49ers After Week Seven?

After seven weeks of the 2026 season, the San Francisco 49ers have established themselves as one of the NFL’s hottest teams. They enter Week 8 at 6-1 and aim to carry that momentum into their bye week.

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz
 The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz
The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz
 The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz
The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz
 The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz
The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz
 The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 29
49ers named as fit for 3 receiver trades and NFC West pass rusher

49ers named as fit for 3 receiver trades and NFC West pass rusher

With major trades happening across the NFC and the San Francisco 49ers looking to build on their 6-1 start, general manager John Lynch may not be done making moves.

DeForest Buckner News / 49ers Webzone / October 29
49ers legend Steve Young sends strong message on DeForest Buckner trade

49ers legend Steve Young sends strong message on DeForest Buckner trade

Hall of Fame quarterback and San Francisco 49ers legend Steve Young made his feelings clear this week about his former team's trade for defensive tackle DeForest Buckner.

George Kittle News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 29
49ers’ George Kittle schools Falcons on Project Hail Mary after ‘aliens’ show up to game

49ers’ George Kittle schools Falcons on Project Hail Mary after ‘aliens’ show up to game

It sounds like San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle was a fan of the Ryan Gosling-led Project Hail Mary, one of the biggest movies of the year, as he referenced it while playing against the Atlanta Falcons this weekend.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 29
NFL Week 8 panic meter: Should Chiefs, 49ers be worried?

NFL Week 8 panic meter: Should Chiefs, 49ers be worried?

We're nearly halfway through the 2026 NFL regular season, so we have a pretty good idea about which teams are contenders and which teams are pretenders. Many of those contenders suffered losses in Week 7, but do any of them need to worry?

Are Chiefs going to make a move at wide receiver?
DeForest Buckner trade is more than on-field impact for 49ers
Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes reacts to report leaking that he, Andy Reid told Josh Simmons to leave team meeting
Chiefs send clear message to Harrison Butker with bold Justin Tucker move
The 'Most catches by an NFL running back' quiz
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / October 28
CB Jack Jones Cut After 49ers’ Trade

CB Jack Jones Cut After 49ers’ Trade

The 49ers made headlines yesterday when they moved to reacquire their seventh overall pick from the 2016 NFL Draft — defensive tackle DeForest Buckner — from the Colts.

Jack Jones News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 28
49ers Cut CB Jack Jones

49ers Cut CB Jack Jones

The San Francisco 49ers announced they released CB Jack Jones on Wednesday.  This comes as a corresponding move to acquiring DT DeForest Buckner from the Colts.

DeForest Buckner News / Yardbarker / October 27
DeForest Buckner trade is more than on-field impact for 49ers

DeForest Buckner trade is more than on-field impact for 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers made a splash on Tuesday, trading a 2027 fourth-round pick to the Indianapolis Colts to reunite with Buckner.

DeForest Buckner becomes yet another Colt shipped out of town
49ers expecting flurry of reinforcements following bye week
The '18-sack NFL seasons' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 28
5 more NFL trade candidates to watch after Quenton Nelson, DeForest Buckner deals

5 more NFL trade candidates to watch after Quenton Nelson, DeForest Buckner deals

The NFL trade deadline (Nov. 10, 4 p.m. ET) is approaching quickly, so other dominoes could soon begin to fall

Colts' fire sale begins with trade of guard Quenton Nelson to Seahawks
DeForest Buckner becomes yet another Colt shipped out of town
Colts RB Jonathan Taylor reacts after wife discusses trade rumors on social media
Seahawks show desire to protect Sam Darnold with recent trade
The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz
Christian McCaffrey News / Larry Brown Sports / October 26
49ers appear to dodge a bullet with Christian McCaffrey injury

49ers appear to dodge a bullet with Christian McCaffrey injury

The San Francisco 49ers suffered their first loss on Sunday in a 29-20 defeat against the Atlanta Falcons. The good news is that head coach Kyle Shanahan says he is “pretty optimistic” despite star running back Christian McCaffrey suffering an injury in the game.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 26
49ers expecting flurry of reinforcements following bye week

49ers expecting flurry of reinforcements following bye week

The San Francisco 49ers were handed their first loss of the season at the hands of the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday and are entering their bye week at possibly the best time.

49ers' bye week comes at perfect time after first loss of season
49ers are looking mortal after sloppy loss to Falcons
Falcons make key plays, hand 49ers first loss of season
The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 26
Raiders' Klint Kubiak explains QB decision for Jets game

Raiders' Klint Kubiak explains Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza decision for Jets game

After the Las Vegas Raiders' 35-21 loss to the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday that dropped what was once a 3-0 Las Vegas side to 3-4 on the season, head coach Klint Kubiak teased that he could bench starting quarterback Kirk Cousins in favor of rookie Fernando Mendoza for Las Vegas' matchup at the 2-5 New York Jets on Nov. 1.

Why trade talks involving Maxx Crosby have reportedly lost steam
Browns may be changing Deshaun Watson plans for 2027
Browns facing another QB dilemma upon activating Dillon Gabriel
Ravens seemingly have no idea when Lamar Jackson will return
Shane Steichen explains keeping Daniel Jones as Colts' starting QB
Titans HC Robert Saleh defends Cam Ward
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 25
49ers are looking mortal after sloppy loss to Falcons

49ers are looking mortal after sloppy loss to Falcons

The San Francisco 49ers earned their first loss of the season on Sunday, a 29-20 defeat to the Atlanta Falcons in Atlanta.

Falcons make key plays, hand 49ers first loss of season
The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 25
49ers' bye week comes at perfect time after first loss of season

49ers' bye week comes at perfect time after first loss of season

Few NFL fans truly believed the San Francisco 49ers would go unbeaten this season, especially not with all the injuries that were piling up.

49ers are looking mortal after sloppy loss to Falcons
Jets' Aaron Glenn era may have hit rock bottom with loss to Dolphins
Defense lets Texans down again as season starts to slip away
Vikings may regret trading J.J. McCarthy after another impressive game
The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz

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