San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 1

49ers to place Ricky Pearsall on season-ending IR

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall has had a tough time finding his footing in the NFL. And it's not getting easier.

Reports: 49ers bring back WR Deebo Samuel on 1-year, $7 million deal

49ers get much-needed WR help with Deebo Samuel reunion

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 1

49ers place Ricky Pearsall on season-ending IR, announce Deebo Samuel signing

The San Francisco 49ers have officially announced the signing of wide receiver Deebo Samuel to a one-year contract, making official a move that was first reported on Thursday.

Ricky Pearsall News / Pro Football Rumors / August 1

49ers’ Ricky Pearsall To Undergo Season-Ending PCL Surgery

The 49ers’ Deebo Samuel signing came after another Ricky Pearsall injury. The 2024 first-round wide receiver’s bad luck will continue, as a season-ending surgery is on tap.

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NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 1

How did the 49ers' uniform set fare in SI's NFL rankings?

The San Francisco 49ers boast one of the NFL's most iconic uniform sets, with the franchise's signature red and gold colors evoking memories of championships, Hall of Famers, and one of the league's richest traditions.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 1

49ers Rookie Report: Who Is Rising (and Falling) on the Depth Chart?

Now that the San Francisco 49ers have had a few practices in training camp, it is a good time to assess the rookie draft class and see where things stand.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 31

49ers coach discusses plan for newly signed Deebo Samuel

The San Francisco 49ers reunited with wide receiver Deebo Samuel on a one-year, $7 million contract this week, sparking speculation about how the versatile playmaker will be used during his second stint with the team.

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / July 31

How Kyle Shanahan is staying involved with the 49ers while recovering from injuries

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan moved around the field during Friday's practice, spending more time observing than he had in previous training camp sessions.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 31

NFC Notes: Aaron Donald, Dante Fowler, 49ers, Rams, Seahawks

Matt Barrows of The Athletic examines the 49ers’ offensive depth chart going into training camp: At quarterback, Barrows writes that Kurtis Rourke is the favorite for the No.

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

Nick Bosa News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 31

The 49ers Now Lead the NFL in a Worrying Statistic

Re-signing Deebo Samuel gives the San Francisco 49ers the oldest average roster in the NFL entering the 2026 season. This is worrying. Here are three reasons why.

De'Zhaun Stribling News / 49ers Webzone / July 31

49ers insider: De'Zhaun Stribling could emerge as WR2

The San Francisco 49ers are bringing back wide receiver Deebo Samuel, agreeing to a one-year, $7 million contract after concerns grew surrounding Ricky Pearsall's availability for the 2026 season.

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Mike Evans News / 49ers Webzone / July 31

49ers Training Camp Day 4: Deebo Samuel back in town, Mike Evans makes a splash, and more quick hits

The San Francisco 49ers put on the pads for the first time during the 2026 training camp on Friday, giving fans and reporters their first look at the team in a more physical setting.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 31

49ers’ Mike Evans is hype to team up with Deebo Samuel in San Francisco

The San Francisco 49ers signed Deebo Samuel to a one-year contract worth up to $7 million. It’s a move that came not long after Rickey Pearsall was announced to be dealing with a knee injury with an unknown return date.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 31

49ers training camp: Brawl breaks out in first padded practice, offensive weapons shine

The San Francisco 49ers held their fourth full training camp practice on Friday as they continued preparations for the 2026 NFL season. The session marked the team's first padded practice of training camp.

San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 31

49ers may lose key offensive player for the rest of the season

The San Francisco 49ers may not have one of their most important offensive pieces for the entire season. 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall is experiencing swelling in his right knee where he suffered a PCL injury last season.

Fred Warner News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 31

The Good and Not So Good from Day 4 of 49ers Camp: Fred Warner Starts a Brawl

SANTA CLARA -- The 49ers just finished Day 4 of training camp. Here's who stood out. Keep in mind, today was the players' first day in pads. And although the 49ers are in the process of signing Deebo Samuel, the acquisition isn't official yet, so he wasn't at practice.

Alfred Collins News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 31

49ers Activate DL Alfred Collins From PUP List

The San Francisco 49ers announced they activated DL Alfred Collins from their Physically Unable to Perform list on Friday. Collins, 24, was a four-star recruit and the second-ranked strongside defensive end in the 2020 recruiting class out of Bastrop, Texas.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 31

49ers Making Four Roster Moves

The San Francisco 49ers officially signed TE Josiah Deguara and WR Trenton Irwin to one-year deals and waived DB Derrick Canteen and TE Tanner McLachlan in corresponding moves. McLachlan was cut with an injury designation.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 31

3 49ers on roster bubble who must shine in 2026 NFL preseason

The San Francisco 49ers have enough star power to make their championship ambitions obvious. The more compelling August drama, however, will unfold several rows down the depth chart.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / July 31

Deebo Samuel Returns to 49ers: Fantasy Implications for Every Key Playmaker

The San Francisco 49ers are bringing back Deebo Samuel, 30, on a reported one-year, incentive-heavy contract worth up to $7 million. The versatile receiver spent 2025 with Washington, catching 72 passes for 727 yards and five touchdowns.