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Dana White’s Contender Series episode 2 results as Josh Hokit and four others earned UFC contracts

The ninth season of Dana White’s Contender Series continues, with the UFC boss handing out a contract to every winner on last night’s show. After only Ty Miller and Baysangur Susurkaev impressed enough to earn deals with the promotion on the first episode, the pressure was on for the MMA hopefuls to impress Dana White.

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Former 49ers Player Slams the NFL After UFC Switch

Most guys who walk into Dana White’s Contender Series are hungry fighters grinding their way up the MMA ladder, hoping for that life-changing UFC contract.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Talk / August 19

Kyle Shanahan on the George Kittle smelling-salts habit: "George will find a way"

The NFL has finally realized that it doesn't make sense to provide smelling salts to players who may be using them to mask the symptoms of a concussion.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 19

San Francisco 49ers rookie stock Watch: Preseason check-in

The San Francisco 49ers are almost through the preseason and are shifting their gears towards the regular season. With one week to go until roster cutdowns, how has the 49ers rookie class looked so far?

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NFL News / 49ers Webzone / August 19

Shanahan shares honest thoughts on Trey Lance ahead of 49ers-Chargers

Trey Lance's time with the San Francisco 49ers may go down as one of the most scrutinized decisions of the Kyle Shanahan era. The 49ers parted with significant draft capital to move up to the No.

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Ranking all 32 NFL head coaches for the 2025 season

The impact of NFL head coaches is arguably greater than any other major US sport. Heading into the 2025 season, these are the best head coaches ranked from first to worst.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 19

49ers training camp: Guerendo, Green step up in first practice back

The San Francisco 49ers held their 16th training camp practice on Tuesday, as they gear up for their preseason finale against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Mac Jones News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 19

49ers’ Mac Jones gets optimistic timeline after suffering knee sprain.

The San Francisco 49ers have been hit with a string of injuries that could complicate their upcoming season, and now face another setback after quarterback Mac Jones suffered a knee sprain during Saturday’s preseason win over the Las Vegas Raiders.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 19

The Good and Not So Good from 49ers Camp: Mac Jones Out at Least a Week

SANTA CLARA -- Here's who stood out on Day 16 of 49ers training camp. Keep in mind, Mac Jones sprained his knee in the 49ers' preseason win over the Raiders on Saturday and will miss at least the next week.

Nate Sudfeld News / Pro Football Rumors / August 19

49ers to reunite with former QB after recent injury

With Mac Jones nursing a knee injury, the San Francisco 49ers are adding a familiar face to their roster.

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NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 19

49ers make flurry of moves before preseason finale vs. Chargers

The San Francisco 49ers are set to take on the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday, August 23, for their final preseason game. However, San Francisco is experiencing some injury woes, and the club made some roster moves ahead of Saturday’s contest.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 19

49ers injury news: Dominick Puni, Mac Jones suffered knee sprains, other updates

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan provided several important injury updates following Tuesday's practice, the team's first on-field work of the week as it prepares for its preseason finale against the Los Angeles Chargers.

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Grading the offseason for all 32 NFL teams

With another wild NFL offseason in the books, teams are ready to open the 2025 regular season. We won't know the true results of the offseason moves until the season plays out, but here's a look at how each team addressed its needs.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 19

Is 49ers injury luck turning at the right time?

The last few weeks have started to get ridiculous for the San Francisco 49ers when it comes to injuries. However, the thought was that none of the injuries appeared serious, and there may be a time when a good chunk of the players return.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / August 19

49ers are forced to adjust quarterback plans after unexpected situation shakes up the current room

The San Francisco 49ers are dealing with plenty of injuries around their offensive unit. Head coach Kyle Shanahan will have his work cut out for him when Week 1 rolls around, but for now, the team is making another move at the quarterback position.

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Yetur Gross-Matos News / Niners Nation / August 19

49ers injury updates: The team has a big decision to make when it comes to Yetur Gross-Matos

San Francisco 49ers backup quarterback Mac Jones sustained a knee sprain that will prevent him from playing in the preseason finale. That explains why the Niners signed Nate Sudfeld.

Jauan Jennings News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 19

Here's what nobody's saying about 49ers WR Jauan Jennings' absence

Technically, Jauan Jennings has a calf injury. That's the official reason the 49ers give for Jennings' prolonged absence. He hasn't practiced since Day 4 of training camp -- the day before the 49ers put on pads for the first time this offseason.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 19

49ers get several key players back at practice on Tuesday

The San Francisco 49ers received a much-needed boost on Tuesday as several key players returned to practice just in time for the team's preseason finale against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Brock Purdy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 19

49ers sign Brock Purdy backup before regular season

The hobbled San Francisco 49ers are picking up a quarterback, to help Brock Purdy out if needed. The 49ers signed free-agent quarterback Nate Sudfeld on Tuesday, per ESPN.

Mac Jones News / 49ers Webzone / August 19

49ers QB Mac Jones not practicing on Tuesday

The San Francisco 49ers signed veteran quarterback Nate Sudfeld on Tuesday, a move revealed to be necessary once practice began. Brock Purdy's primary backup, Mac Jones, was absent from the team's first practice of the week ahead of their preseason finale against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Brandon Aiyuk News / 49ers Webzone / August 19

Insider: 49ers may have violated NFL rules with Brandon Aiyuk's pre-game catches

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk continues to work his way back from the ACL and MCL injuries he sustained in October 2024. The star pass

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 18

49ers news: San Francisco works out 3 receivers amid injury woes

It has been a rough road for the San Francisco 49ers and their wide receivers, even though they downplayed the situation. And they whiffed on a trade. Trying to move forward, the 49ers worked out three receivers amid the team’s injury woes.

Brian Robinson Jr. News / Yardbarker / August 18

Three potential trade destinations for Brian Robinson Jr.

Three potential trade destinations for Commanders' Brian Robinson Jr.

While the Washington Commanders may have found their franchise quarterback in Jayden Daniels, the franchise has signaled a lack of confidence in the current state of its other skill positions.

Commanders looking to trade offensive star amid Terry McLaurin drama

Commanders make move regarding McLaurin amid stalemate

Saints to trade DT Khalen Saunders to Jaguars

Texans to trade WR John Metchie III to Eagles in exchange for TE

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