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On YouTubeSan Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / October 5
NFC Playoff Picture: First-place San Francisco 49ers 
The San Francisco 49ers are the top seed in the NFC After Week 5. Who would have thought? The Philadelphia Eagles entered Week 5 undefeated at 4-0 but lost to the Denver Broncos, and because of tiebreakers, the 4-1 49ers move ahead of the Super Bowl champions into the top spot in the conference.
Kyle Shanahan News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 5
Why Kyle Shanahan Will Always Remember This 49ers Win Over the Rams
The San Francisco 49ers can enjoy some well-deserved extra rest after grinding out a hard-fought 26–23 win over the Los Angeles Rams. The 49ers are now 4–1 on the season and remain unbeaten against all NFC West rivals, flipping their 2024 division record on its head.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 5
5 things hold back San Francisco 49ers from Super Bowl contention
The San Francisco 49ers are 4-1, they are in the driver's seat in the division, and they are in a great position to make the playoffs. However, it is still hard to see them making a Super Bowl run with concerns in specific areas.
The 'Active multiple 140-receiving-yard games' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to record at least 140 receiving yards in more than one game can you name in five minutes?
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 5
This 49ers Player Is Going Under the Radar Week After Week
The San Francisco 49ers have a 4-1 record after defeating the Los Angeles Rams on the road. They were heavily overlooked heading into the game against the Rams, but delivered an impressive 26-23 overtime victory that rightly earned widespread praise.
The sack leader for every NFL season
Sacks became an official stat in 1982. However, you can now find statistical cataloging of sack totals back to the 1960 NFL season. While those stats remain unofficial, they are largely seen as legitimate, so much so that even the NFL’s official website has commented on these sack totals.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 5
49ers QB whisperer: Kyle Shanahan's secret to fixing Mac Jones
Many had written off Mac Jones after he failed to replicate the success of his 2021 Pro Bowl rookie season with the New England Patriots. The San Francisco 49ers were intrigued by Jones ahead of the 2021 NFL Draft, but ultimately chose quarterback Trey Lance with the No.
Mac Jones News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 5
How the 49ers are getting the most out of Mac Jones
The San Francisco 49ers have gotten some of the best play from Mac Jones in his entire career over his past three starts. The biggest change in Jones’ play is that he is protecting the football at a much higher rate than he typically has. According to Pro Football Focus, Mac Jones has a 2.1% Turnover Worthy Throw rate.
Kyle Shanahan News / The SportsRush / October 5
Kyle Shanahan Believes the San Francisco 49ers Could Be Considered Mexico’s Team
There is complete consensus in the football world that the Dallas Cowboys are ‘America’s Team’. They earned that moniker, a title of honor rather, through decades of cultural dominance and national fandom.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 5
The 49ers secret weapon that no one saw coming
The San Francisco 49ers' season appeared to be on the brink when the team lost George Kittle in Week 1. It was yet another devastating injury, but the team uses Kittle in such a unique way that his particular injury was going to be very hard to replace.
The 25 best single-game rushing performances in NFL playoff history
To go with Yardbarker's offerings on the best playoff passing and receiving performances, here are the top rushing games in NFL postseason history.
San Francisco 49ers News / The SportsRush / October 5
Mac Jones Recalls Funny Reason Behind His 'Joker' Nickname in College
Mac Jones has quickly become one of the most talked-about players in football, and for all the right reasons. After Brock Purdy’s injury, the former Patriots first-round pick stepped in for the San Francisco 49ers and hasn’t missed a beat.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 4
3 49ers Whose Stock Fell in the Win Against the Rams
There’s a ton of positive takeaways from the San Francisco 49ers’ gritty overtime win against the Los Angeles Rams. However, there are also some negative ones.
San Francisco 49ers News / Gridiron Heroics / October 4
'Easiest Schedule in the NFL': Robert Griffin III Predicts Playoff Appearance for 4-1 Team
As the NFL season progresses, former quarterback Robert Griffin III has made headlines by predicting a playoff appearance for the San Francisco 49ers, citing their favorable schedule.
San Francisco 49ers News / Gridiron Heroics / October 4
'If the 49ers Draft Mac Jones…': Ryan Clark Wonders About Alternate Reality for San Francisco
As the San Francisco 49ers find themselves in a quarterback controversy, the conversation has turned to what might have been if they had drafted Mac Jones instead of Trey Lance.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 4
NFC Notes: Mac Jones, Kyren Williams, 49ers, Cardinals, Rams
Mac Jones led the 49ers to a critical 26-23 win over the Rams on Thursday Night with Brock Purdy out. Jones understands that he’s San Francisco’s backup quarterback, and Purdy will return to the starting role when he’s healthy. “They brought me here to play as a backup and that’s my job,” Jones said, via ProFootballTalk.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 4
3 49ers Whose Stock Rose in Overtime Win vs. Rams
Defeating the Los Angeles Rams required several players on the San Francisco 49ers to play at a high level. These players helped raise their stock in the win.
Christian McCaffrey News / 49ers Webzone / October 4
NFL fines 49ers star Christian McCaffrey $23K for helmet use
Tom Pelissero reports that the NFL has fined San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey $23,186 for lowering his helmet during a tackle attempt against Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Devin Lloyd.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 4
49ers injury updates: George Kittle's timeline shifts; Malik Mustapha close to return
The San Francisco 49ers could welcome back two key contributors in the next couple of weeks. Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk may soon be the only player left on the team's physically unable to perform (PUP) list, as safety Malik Mustapha and tight end George Kittle move closer to returning.
San Francisco 49ers News / Last Word On Sports / October 4
49ers Depth Players Driving Early-Season Success
The San Francisco 49ers have a 4-1 record through five games despite injuries to starting quarterback Brock Purdy, defensive end Nick Bosa and tight end George Kittle.
San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / October 3
Even more 49ers players facing multi-week absences due to injury
The 49ers are one of a few teams that have been bitten especially hard by the injury bug this season.
George Kittle News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 3
49ers TE George Kittle A ‘Long Shot’ To Return By Week 6, More Likely To Play The Following Week
49ers HC Kyle Shanahan announced that TE George Kittle is a “long shot” to return from injured reserve in time for Week 6 against the Buccaneers, per Nick
Kalia Davis News / Field Level Media / October 3
Report: 49ers DT Kalia Davis to have surgery for broken hand
San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Kalia Davis is having surgery on Friday to repair a broken hand, NFL Network reported. Davis reportedly could miss at least two games after sustaining the injury in Thursday night's 26-23 overtime road win against the NFC West rival Los Angeles Rams.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 3
Analysts defend Sean McVay's controversial decision in Rams' OT loss
As the dust settles following the Rams' 26-23 overtime loss to the 49ers on "Thursday Night Football," some are coming to Sean McVay's defense on his controversial play call.
Drake Jackson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 3
Free Agent EDGE Drake Jackson Set To Visit Three Teams Next Week
Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that free agent DE Drake Jackson has been cleared from the knee injury he’s been dealing with. According to Schefter, Jackson will visit with three teams in the next week or so including the Jets, Commanders and Ravens.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 3
49ers' Mac Jones makes feelings on potential Brock Purdy QB controversy clear
Speculation has again arisen about Mac Jones possibly replacing the healthy Brock Purdy as the 49ers' full-time starting quarterback.
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