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49ers' George Kittle is PFF's top TE — but can he return to form?

When it comes to elite NFL tight ends, George Kittle of the San Francisco 49ers still sets the standard. According to Pro Football Focus (PFF), Kittle was the highest-graded tight end in 2025, earning a stellar 90.7 offensive grade.

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5 Running Backs the 49ers Should Avoid in Free Agency

Adding a wide receiver and an edge rusher will probably be at the top of the list for free agency for the San Francisco 49ers. But there’s another position they will take a look at when free agency opens up in March.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / February 20

49ers offensive line rankings: How PFF graded San Francisco's starters in 2025

The San Francisco 49ers' offensive line remains one of the most debated topics among fans heading into the 2026 offseason. While head coach Kyle Shanahan has consistently defended the team's approach to building the unit, frustration continues to grow over the perceived lack of premium draft investment up front.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 20

4 Tight Ends the 49ers Should Avoid in Free Agency

Adding an impactful tight end has been a move the San Francisco 49ers have wanted for the last three years. And with George Kittle on the mend from a torn Achilles, it makes adding a tight end somewhat of a pressing need.

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The 'Most seasons played by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players in the Super Bowl Era to spend the most seasons with each franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'No. 1-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Last 100-yard-receiving rookie by team' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL rushing leaders' quiz

Brandon Aiyuk News / The SportsRush / February 20

Streamer N3on Exposes 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk’s Insane Asking Price For a Collab

At the start of 2024, San Francisco fourth-year wideout Brandon Aiyuk was one of the best young talents at his position. His fall from grace since then has been almost unprecedented.

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Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?

As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 20

What the San Francisco 49ers Must Do at Tight End This Offseason

The San Francisco 49ers currently have George Kittle, Jake Tonges, Luke Farrell, and Brayden Willis under contract at tight end. On the surface, that looks like adequate depth.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / February 20

49ers free agency: CBS Sports urges San Francisco to target Joey Bosa

The San Francisco 49ers' pass rush was a major weakness in 2025. The defense totaled just 20 sacks — the fewest in the NFL — creating an urgent need for reinforcements this offseason.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / February 20

49ers trade proposals: Two Mac Jones deals, Brandon Aiyuk's value

Bleacher Report's Alex Ballentine looked at one trade for each NFL team, and three involved the San Francisco 49ers. Two centered on quarterback Mac Jones and one exploring the potential return for wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk.

John Simpson News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 20

A Low-Risk Solution for the 49ers at Left Guard in Free Agency

The San Francisco 49ers will need to address left guard at some point this offseason, and one intriguing free-agent option is John Simpson. Simpson is entering his seventh NFL season and will still be just 29 years old in 2026.

Trent Williams News / 49ers Webzone / February 20

49ers find Trent Williams replacement in NFL.com 2026 mock draft

The San Francisco 49ers may finally address the long-term future of their offensive line. In his first 2026 NFL mock draft for NFL.com, Gennaro Filice projects the 49ers selecting Georgia offensive tackle Monroe Freeling with the No.

Robert Saleh News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 20

The 49ers are Thankful Robert Saleh Didn’t Take This Coach with Him

After one year as the San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator, Robert Saleh has moved on to the Tennessee Titans to take the head coach job. It was the least surprising move of the offseason.

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The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl

Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.

Trent Williams News / 49ers Webzone / February 20

Where 49ers OT Trent Williams landed in PFF's top 101 players of 2025

The San Francisco 49ers had strong representation in Pro Football Focus' annual Top 101 list, and veteran offensive tackle Trent Williams finished near the top.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 20

A Smart Buy-Low Free Agent Option for the San Francisco 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers will need to address wide receiver in multiple ways this offseason, particularly if Jauan Jennings departs in free agency. The market is not loaded with elite options, but one intriguing name that stands out is Christian Kirk.

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The 'Most seasons played by NFL team' quiz

The 'TD-catch leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'Receiving leaders by NFL season' quiz

The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 19

Daniel Jeremiah Names 2 Edge Rushers 49ers Can Draft With the 27th Pick

The NFL draft is little more than two months away. That is where the San Francisco 49ers will have their best chance at significantly improving their team.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 19

The Wide Receivers the 49ers Should Target at the NFL Scouting Combine

The San Francisco 49ers are almost certainly going to draft a wide receiver, the question is at what point, what type of wide out, and when will they take one?

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / February 19

49ers draft buzz: Daniel Jeremiah identifies pass rushers, WR targets for San Francisco

With the 2026 NFL Draft approaching, Daniel Jeremiah offered insight into how the San Francisco 49ers could address two of their most pressing offseason needs: pass rusher and wide receiver.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 19

3 Edge Rushers the 49ers Should Avoid in Free Agency

By far, the position that underwhelmed the most on the San Francisco 49ers in 2025 was their edge rushers. Without Nick Bosa, no one managed to be relevant.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 19

49ers to Play Two International Games After Mexico City Announcement

It’s now official: the San Francisco 49ers will play two international games in 2026, one in Australia for the season opener against the Los Angeles Rams and another in Mexico.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 19

4 Wide Receivers the 49ers Should Avoid in Free Agency

The San Francisco 49ers will most likely be in the market for a wide receiver when free agency opens up. Unfortunately, there’s a lot more fool's gold than worthy talent to add.

Jauan Jennings News / A to Z Sports / February 19

ESPN projects landing spot for former Tennessee WR Jauan Jennings that would bring him much closer to Big Orange country

Former Tennessee Vols wide receiver Jauan Jennings has had a heck of a start to his NFL career out on the West Coast with the San Francisco 49ers. The VFL has developed into an important part of the Niners' passing attack over his five seasons in the Bay Area.