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Early ESPN 2025 mock draft projects 49ers bolstering defense

Last week, ESPN analyst Jordan Reid unveiled an early look at the 2025 NFL Draft, presenting one of the first mock drafts for next year's event. At first glance, San Francisco 49ers fans might be excited to see their favorite team selecting at the No.

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The trait that made Brock Purdy and Brandon Aiyuk one of the best duos down the field last year

Brandon Aiyuk was Purdy’s favorite target last season. For him to make plays, somebody has to throw it. The San Francisco 49ers didn’t throw the ball down the field as often as other teams when you’re arguing based on volume.

Brock Purdy News / Yardbarker / 5 minutes ago

Ex-GM: 49ers can avoid breaking the bank on Purdy extension

Ex-GM confident 49ers can avoid breaking the bank on Brock Purdy extension

There’s no question the San Francisco 49ers are reaping the benefits of having quarterback Brock Purdy still on a rookie contract. But it's time for brass to start planning for that deal to expire.

49ers impressively loaded at receiver entering 2024 season

Steelers Named One of Three Teams Who Should Trade for Top SF WR

Jeremy Fowler names 49ers pick as biggest head-scratcher of the draft

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / 24 minutes ago

How Terrell Owens plans to help son, Terique, impress 49ers

Terique Owens, the son of Hall of Fame wide receiver Terrell Owens, presents an intriguing prospect for the San Francisco 49ers. Recently signed by the team as an undrafted free agent, the former Missouri State receiver faces an uphill battle to secure a spot on the roster.

Ricky Pearsall News / Niners Nation / 2 hours ago

What’s a successful rookie season look like for Ricky Pearsall?

There’s one name that makes sense based on their production last season It’s been a week since the NFL Draft. Amidst the flurry of grades and evaluations, one pick stood out as particularly controversial.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Wire / 11 minutes ago

49ers 2022 draft picks facing make-or-break offseasons

There was a clear path forward for the 49ers with their 2024 draft picks. They were aiming to help their immediate depth while also preparing their roster for some turnover next offseason.

San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / 17 minutes ago

San Francisco 49ers Linked To Intriguing Free Agent

The San Francisco 49ers once again look to be the cream of the crop in the NFC. They have made it to the NFC Championship Game in three straight seasons and four out of the last five but have been unable to get over the hump and win the big one.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / 9 minutes ago

Insider explains why 49ers failed to make more substantial O-line moves

ESPN reporter Jeremy Fowler identified the selection of wide receiver Ricky Pearsall as the most questionable move of the 2024 NFL Draft, instead expecting the San Francisco 49ers to bolster their offensive line with their first-round pick.

San Francisco 49ers News / FanNation All 49ers / 51 minutes ago

The 49ers Draft and the NFC Championship

With the off-season complete, the Niners schedule comes out Thursday, previewing how the battle for the NFC Championship could play out. A final look at the 49ers draft may foreshadow who departs in 2025.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / 1 hour ago

Jeremy Fowler names 49ers pick as biggest head-scratcher of the draft

ESPN's experts recently evaluated the best and most questionable moves of the 2024 NFL Draft. According to reporter Jeremy Fowler, one of the most puzzling decisions was the San Francisco 49ers selecting a wide receiver instead of upgrading their offensive line.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / 1 hour ago

49ers impressively loaded at receiver entering 2024 season

Opposing defenses already faced a daunting challenge against the San Francisco 49ers. Following the 2024 NFL Draft, that challenge intensified. While the team made no significant upgrades to the offensive line—and we'll see if that will impact production—it added more weapons for third-year quarterback Brock Purdy within an already loaded offense.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / 1 hour ago

This 4th round pick is listed as the 49ers biggest sleeper from their rookie class

Speed is everything in today’s NFL The 49ers used one of their three fourth-round picks on a wide receiver from the University of Arizona. Cowing ran a 4.38 40-yard dash, but his numbers from his final season with the Wildcats suggest that he was more of a possession receiver than a player who stretches the field.

San Francisco 49ers News / Gridiron Heroics / 41 minutes ago

Disgruntled San Francisco 49ers Super Bowl Member Sends Major Warning To Free Agents

Former San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Willie Snead IV recently spilled the beans on the team’s culture, and his message should make free agents nervous about signing with the team.

Ricky Pearsall News / FanNation All 49ers / 15 hours ago

Why the 49ers Drafted WR Ricky Pearsall

No one projected the San Francisco 49ers taking a wide receiver in the first round of the 2024 NFL draft. Offensive line flooded most of the mock drafts with some cornerback mocks sprinkled in.

Brock Purdy News / FirstSportz / 1 hour ago

Ex-49ers star Alex Smith calls Brock Purdy the ‘real deal’ as he admits seeing greatness in the young QB

Brock Purdy seems to have gotten a new fan and this time, a big one in former San Francisco 49ers star Alex Smith. After head coach Kyle Shanahan, if anyone

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Wire / 5 hours ago

49ers 2024 rookie jersey numbers, ranked

The 49ers didn’t wait for rookie minicamp to assign jersey numbers to their 2024 draft picks and undrafted free agent additions. NBC Sports Bay Area’s Matt Maiocco posted on Twitter which jersey number each 49ers first-year player will rock when they first take the field for their offseason work.

Isaac Guerendo News / 49ers Webzone / 18 hours ago

Did 49ers nearly reveal their hand before drafting Isaac Guerendo?

NFL insiders hear so much information about team interests leading up to the NFL Draft, making it challenging to discern fact from fiction—or smoke screens.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / 1 hour ago

49ers rookie Jacob Cowing models his play after NFC West rival

The San Francisco 49ers selected wide receiver Jacob Cowing in the fourth round of the draft, adding him to a wideout group that includes Brandon Aiyuk, Deebo Samuel, Jauan Jennings, and first-round pick Ricky Pearsall.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Wire / 1 hour ago

Don't sleep on this 49ers Day 3 pick

The 49ers’ selection of wide receiver Ricky Pearsall in Round 1 of the 2024 draft made plenty of waves regarding the future of San Francisco’s receiving corps.

Jauan Jennings News / FanNation All 49ers / 3 hours ago

Will the 49ers Re-Sign Jauan Jennings in 2025?

The most consistent wide receiver in the playoffs was Jauan Jennings. While Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk struggled to beat press-man coverage, Jennings didn't.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / 3 minutes ago

Dominick Puni's selection in 2024 NFL Draft could play a role in 49ers' approach to Brock Purdy extension

It's no secret that Brock Purdy is likely to get a lot more expensive for the San Francisco 49ers in 2025. Assuming Purdy continues to perform to the same standard he produced in a spectacular 2023 season, the San Francisco 49ers quarterback will receive a contract extension to make him one of the highest-paid players in the NFL.