San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Grading the 49ers' players and coaches after losing 42-26 to the Rams

SANTA CLARA -- The 49ers just made a statement in their 42-26 loss to the Rams, and the statement is this: They are not contenders. They're big, fat pretenders, and they know it.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Key stats from the 49ers' 42-26 Week 10 loss vs. the Rams

The San Francisco 49ers dropped to 6-4 on the season after a 42-26 Week 10 loss to the Los Angeles Rams at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Below are several statistics and notes from Sunday's game, which were provided by the 49ers Communications staff.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 9

Does Mac Jones regret signing a multi-year deal with the 49ers?

If quarterback Mac Jones had signed a one-year deal with the San Francisco 49ers this past offseason, he might be poised for a big payday in 2026—especially given his strong performance in 2025.

George Kittle News / 49ers Webzone / November 9

George Kittle explains why he feels the 49ers are still a threat to go deep into the postseason

It would be understandable if a number of 49ers fans adopted a "Wait 'till next year" mentality following the team's loss on Sunday to the Los Angeles Rams.

Saquon Barkley News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 150-rushing yard NFL games' quiz

How many of the NFL players to rush for 150 yards or more in a game at least five times can you name in seven minutes?

The 'Active NFL RB rushing touchdown leaders' quiz

The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

The 'Most rushing yards in one NFL postseason' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker

College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

NFL draft stock is fluid from the start of the college football season until it concludes. These 20 players have risen up draft boards in 2025 as a result of their strong start to the season.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / November 9

49ers QB Brock Purdy could return to field in Week 10

The San Francisco 49ers could get quarterback Brock Purdy back on the field next week.

Five worst Week 10 performances: Young quarterbacks experience growing pains

The greatest backup quarterbacks in NFL history

The '2024 NFL passing TD leaders' quiz

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / November 9

Kyle Shanahan sends strong message to 49ers after costly loss to Rams

The San Francisco 49ers suffered a potentially pivotal defeat on Sunday, falling 42-26 to the Los Angeles Rams in a game that could have reshaped the NFC West standings.

NFL News / Niners Nation / November 9

3 quick takeaways from 49ers 42-26 loss to Rams: Houston, we have a problem

The San Francisco 49ers had an ugly 42-26 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in a game that they trailed by at least two scores for over 40 minutes. It was an ugly start for San Francisco, one they couldn’t overcome as the defense struggled and the offense had some costly turnovers that led to the ugly finish.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 9

Why the 49ers Were Right to Avoid a Major Trade Deadline Move

For what seemed like months, there was speculation that the San Francisco 49ers might trade for Trey Hendrickson. What about a linebacker? Jaelan Phillips became a topic of online discussion.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 9

49ers just proved why they didn't buy at the trade deadline

There was a lot of debate about whether the San Francisco 49ers should have been buyers at the trade deadline. The team did add Keion White, but did not actually lose any real draft compensation in order to upgrade the current roster.

NFL News / Yardbarker

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 9

Shanahan: Brock Purdy 'could have gone' vs. Rams, but 49ers being cautious

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy was inactive for Sunday's 42-26 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, but head coach Kyle Shanahan says the decision wasn't entirely due to Purdy's inability to play.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 8

1 signing 49ers must make after quiet 2025 NFL trade deadline

The San Francisco 49ers made headlines for what they didn’t do on November 4th, standing pat at the trade deadline despite having glaring defensive needs after losing Pro Bowl edge rusher Nick Bosa and linebacker Fred Warner to season-ending ACL injuries.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'College Basketball 'Power 4' team names' quiz

The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

The 'Rookie TD pass leaders by team' quiz

The '2025 backup NFL quarterbacks' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / Field Level Media / November 8

49ers place DE Mykel Williams (knee) on IR, activate G Ben Bartch

The San Francisco 49ers placed rookie defensive end Mykel Williams on injured reserve on Saturday. Williams suffered a season-ending torn ACL last Sunday in a 34-24 win over the host New York Giants.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 8

Assessing the 49ers' chances to make the playoffs this season

The 49ers have had a roller-coaster of a season so far. There have been numerous injuries to key players, including Brock Purdy, Fred Warner, and Nick Bosa, as well as tough battles against decent teams, and a backup quarterback for most of the season.

Mac Jones News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 8

This Stat Reveals How Mac Jones is Excelling as the 49ers' Starting QB

It's undeniable that Mac Jones has kept the San Francisco 49ers from derailing this season. Anytime a backup quarterback has to start multiple games in a season, it usually means the season is lost for a team.

Ben Bartch News / Pro Football Rumors / November 8

49ers activate G Ben Bartch from IR

Ben Bartch opened 2025 as the 49ers’ starting left guard, but he has missed most of the season since suffering a high ankle sprain in Week 2. He could be back in the lineup on Sunday.

Four playoff pretenders at the midway point of the NFL season

Mac Jones gets another chance to prove himself as 49ers starting QB

The sack leader for every NFL season

The 'Rookie Pro Bowlers since 2014' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / November 7