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NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 9
6 49ers to Watch Closely in Week 1 vs. Rams
Roughly seven months after the 49ers were announced to play the Rams in Australia, the game is only 24 hours away from kicking off. It’s an exciting time that football is finally back. Some of that excitement will be driven by some 49ers making their debuts, while others will be curious to see how they look after injury.
Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / September 9
Was 49ers' Brock Purdy disrespected in Week 1 NFL QB rankings?
One would think San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has done enough to validate his status among the NFL's top signal-callers. However, his place among the league's elite quarterbacks remains a subject of debate.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 9
Rams are betting against conventional wisdom before 49ers showdown
The Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers are traveling nearly 8,000 miles to play the same football game. They apparently want nothing to do with preparing for it the same way.
The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz
Can you name the active NFL quarterbacks with passing yards in their career?
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 9
49ers Rookie Predicted to Solve Major Problem
One of the big questions of the San Francisco 49ers season is who the backup running back will be and how much that runner can take off of the workload of Christian McCaffrey.
When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?
All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.
San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / September 9
San Francisco 49ers’ roster cuts decision is already coming back to haunt them, and the season hasn’t even started yet
The San Francisco 49ers chose Alfred Collins over Bryson Eason during 53-man roster cuts. That decision appears to have backfired with Collins suffering a season-ending injury.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 9
49ers asked NFL for Week 2 schedule favor after Australia trip, and it was denied
It was a big ask for the San Francisco 49ers to travel to Melbourne, Australia, for their 2026 season opener. Well, the NFL didn't really ask. The 49ers had no choice.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / September 9
49ers vs. Rams: 5 Players to Watch in Season Opener in Australia
It will have been 237 days since the San Francisco 49ers last played meaningful football as they prepare to kick off the 2026 NFL season. There has been
Osa Odighizuwa News / 49ers Webzone / September 9
Osa Odighizuwa: 49ers Interior Disruptor Who Could Be Key to the Pass Rush
Before the chaotic summer that led to some questionable decisions by prominent higher-ups, the San Francisco 49ers had a successful offseason in acquiring players.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 9
Brock Purdy Talks 49ers TE George Kittle’s Incredible Week 1 Rehab Push
Sooner or later we will know for certain if San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle will start in Week 1 against the Los Angeles Rams. The inkling and word so far suggest that it will happen.
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 / Larry Brown Sports / September 9
Christian McCaffrey has a little-known sports connection in Australia
Christian McCaffrey was born into an athletic family that has even made a mark in the Land Down Under. With the San Francisco 49ers in Australia for their Week 1 game against the Los Angeles Rams, the National Basketball League revisited the time when McCaffrey’s uncle, Billy McCaffrey, played a couple of seasons in the league in the 1990s.
Brandon Aiyuk News / Yardbarker / September 9
Brandon Aiyuk might still land with one of two desperate teams
Aiyuk burned all bridges with the San Francisco 49ers, reportedly not rehabbing the way he was supposed to, and then blasting the team on social media time and time again.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 9
6 greatest individual seasons in 49ers history: Can anyone top Jerry Rice?
The San Francisco 49ers have been fortunate enough to employ some of the greatest players in NFL history, some of whom have produced the most dominant individual seasons in 49ers history.
Alfred Collins News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 9
49ers DT Alfred Collins Tore His Patellar Tendon In Practice Yesterday
49ers HC Kyle Shanahan announced that DT Alfred Collins tore his patellar tendon in practice and will miss the rest of the season, per Nick Wagoner. It’s
San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 9
49ers insider floats DeForest Buckner reunion trade idea after Alfred Collins injury
The San Francisco 49ers are just one day away from their first game of the 2026 regular season. San Francisco faces off against Los Angeles in a huge NFC West contest from Australia in Week 1.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 9
5 Matchups That Could Decide 49ers vs. Rams
The San Francisco 49ers will open the season against the Los Angeles Rams in a game that could decide the fate of the NFC later in the year. If the 49ers want to win, they need to dominate these five matchups. One of the potential shifts from Robert Saleh to Raheem Morris as defensive coordinator is the possibility of Lenoir moving around.
San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / September 9
Kyle Shanahan delivers unfortunate player news before 49ers-Rams game
The San Francisco 49ers absorbed a notable injury blow just days before the start of their 2026 campaign. San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan talked
Alfred Collins News / Yardbarker / September 9
49ers' Alfred Collins suffers season-ending injury days before historic Melbourne opener
San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Alfred Collins tore his patellar tendon at a practice.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 9
Rams' Myles Garrett addresses status for 49ers game after dealing with knee swelling
Garrett missed most of training camp and the preseason with knee swelling.
Nick Bosa News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 9
49ers’ Nick Bosa sends strong message ahead of first game back from ACL injury
The San Francisco 49ers were drowning in injuries last season, but none affected them more than the torn ACL that Nick Bosa suffered in late September.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / September 9
The Injury Bug Has Struck the 49ers Yet Again and Depleted Their Defensive Depth
In recent days, it seemed as if the San Francisco 49ers’ so-called injury jinx was petering out a bit. They cleared Nick Bosa, George Kittle and Christian
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / September 9
49ers Power Rankings Roundup: Many Seem To Be Doubting San Francisco Going Into Week 1
Seemingly every year, experts across the NFL landscape tab the San Francisco 49ers as one of the most talented teams in football. It is therefore no wonder why the team has usually made the playoffs and gotten to four NFC Championship games and two Super Bowls in recent years.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 8
49ers addresses George Kittle's recovery ahead of season opener
Once again, health is the biggest question mark for Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers.
San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / September 7
49ers DE Sam Okuayinonu To Undergo Foot Surgery; 2026 Return Uncertain
Sam Okuayinonu was set to travel with the 49ers to Australia for the opening game of the season until a foot injury suffered in practice changed his and the team’s plans.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 7
Kyle Shanahan explains why he wasn't 'crushed' by Aaron Donald news
The San Francisco 49ers won't catch a break in the season opener.
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