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49ers promote LB Eric Kendricks, place Tatum Bethune on IR ahead of playoffs

The San Francisco 49ers signed veteran linebacker Eric Kendricks from the practice squad to the active roster and placed starting linebacker Tatum Bethune (groin) on injured reserve on Wednesday, ending his season ahead of the playoffs.

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49ers makes 2 roster moves ahead of Eagles clash

The San Francisco 49ers have endured numerous injuries throughout the season, but have persevered to make the playoffs and will face the Philadelphia Eagles this weekend.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 7

49ers roster news: Kendricks promoted to active roster; Bethune to IR; Cowing's practice window opened; Other moves announced

The San Francisco 49ers announced several roster moves on Wednesday. Linebacker Eric Kendricks has been promoted from the practice squad to the active roster.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 6

49ers bring in former Cardinals linebacker amid heap of injuries

The San Francisco 49ers will be without linebacker Tatum Bethune for the playoffs, forcing them to make last-minute roster changes. They are turning to former Los Angeles Chargers and Arizona Cardinals veteran Kyzir White for additional help on less than one week’s notice.

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 6

What the San Francisco 49ers do at linebacker in the Wild Card round

It would not be the San Francisco 49ers if they did not have to endure yet another injury during the playoffs. The team had been without Tatum Bethune for a short period, but now they will be without Bethune for the entirety of the playoffs.

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / January 5

49ers LB Tatum Bethune Out For Playoffs; Latest On Fred Warner

The 49ers’ Week 18 loss to the Seahawks prevented them from securing the No. 1 seed in the NFC and a division title. To worsen matters, the 49ers’ banged-up defense took more shots in the regular-season finale.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 29

49ers linebacker details what drives San Francisco's defense

The final seconds of the San Francisco 49ers' Week 17 win over the Chicago Bears tested the nerves of fans everywhere. In a game that felt destined to be decided by whoever had the ball last, the Bears had that chance—and nearly cashed in.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / December 23

49ers reflect on difficult journey to the postseason, look ahead to the playoffs

There have been multiple moments over the past several months where the thought of this San Francisco 49ers team being a number one seed in the playoffs would have seemed far-fetched at best, but that's exactly where they are with two games left to play.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 12

Several 49ers Will be Missing in Action Against the Titans

The depth of the San Francisco 49ers, especially on defense, is insanely thin. They cannot afford to have a few players or more on that side of the ball out.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 28

49ers Rule Out 3 Key Players Against the Browns in Week 13

It's been encouraging to see the San Francisco 49ers get fully healthy on offense. Unfortunately, you can't say the same for their defense and special teams.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / November 20