San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 29

49ers’ top priority is running roughshod over Giants

The San Francisco 49ers may find a cure for their ailing running game when they meet the New York Giants on Sunday in East Rutherford, N.J. The 49ers (5-3) rank last in the NFL with 3.4 yards per carry this season, while the Giants (2-6) are giving up a league-high 5.7 yards per carry.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 29

Veteran 49ers Starter Deletes Social Media Account Ahead of NFL Trade Deadline

The San Francisco 49ers are one of the many teams who should be busy ahead of the NFL's trade deadline next week. The team has an obvious need in their pass rush as they will be without Nick Bus for the rest of the season.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 29

3 Plays That Heavily Influenced the 49ers' Loss to the Texans

The best way to describe the San Francisco 49ers' loss to the Houston Texans is deflating. They had numerous chances to make a stand and keep the game competitive, but couldn't.

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San Francisco 49ers News / CBSSports.com / October 29

Brock Purdy injury update: 49ers QB's recovery from turf toe a 'sensitive situation,' per Kyle Shanahan

Purdy hasn't played since Week 4 but is working to return Sunday vs. the Giants

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32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season

It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.

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

49ers vs. Giants injury report: Purdy still limited; Winters, Pearsall don't practice

The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 9 contest against the New York Giants on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 29

Why the 49ers didn't draft Cam Skattebo despite Kyle Shanahan's wishes

SANTA CLARA -- Even Cam Skattebo thought he would get drafted by the 49ers this offseason. Instead, the 49ers took linebacker Nick Martin and nickelback Upton Stout in Round 3, and the Giants took Skattebo in Round 4.

Jauan Jennings News / 49ers Webzone / October 29

Jauan Jennings on 49ers: 'I just love playing with this team'

Trade rumors have swirled around San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings in recent weeks. With the November 4 trade deadline approaching, some speculated that Jennings could be a potential trade candidate if the 49ers decided to sell.

Jauan Jennings News / Larry Brown Sports / October 30

Disgruntled 49ers WR has deleted social media account

He has 18 catches this season for 212 yards and a touchdown while catching only half of his targets.

Jauan Jennings on 49ers: 'I just love playing with this team'

Steelers could reignite trade talks with NFC foe for 'fresh start'

49ers' Kyle Shanahan sends a clear message on Jauan Jennings' future amid trade speculation

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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 / October 29

Shanahan breaks down 49ers' new additions: Keion White and Clelin Ferrell

The San Francisco 49ers made two key roster moves this week — acquiring defensive end Keion White from the New England Patriots via trade and signing Clelin Ferrell to the practice squad.

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

49ers' Kyle Shanahan sends a clear message on Jauan Jennings' future amid trade speculation

As the November 4 NFL trade deadline nears, speculation continues to swirl around the San Francisco 49ers and their next move following this week's trade for New England Patriots defensive end Keion White.

Clelin Ferrell News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 29

49ers Sign DE Clelin Ferrell To Practice Squad, Among Two Roster Moves

The San Francisco 49ers announced they signed DL Clelin Ferrell to the team’s practice squad and waived OL Drew Moss in a corresponding move. San Francisco hosted Ferrell for a workout on Tuesday. Ferrell, 28, was selected by the Raiders with the No.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / October 29

49ers trade for a former 2nd round pick to address a major position of need ahead of Week 9

The San Francisco 49ers have been rumored to be scouring the edge rusher trade market for multiple weeks. The team lost star pass rusher Nick Bosa to a season-ending injury early in the year.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 29

49ers could continue adding pass rushers even after Keion White trade

The San Francisco 49ers' edge rusher depth chart was so thin that they had to do something. So, it is no shock that they pulled off a trade for Keion White.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 29

49ers rumors: San Francisco predicted to make another trade after Patriots move

With Nick Bosa out for the season, San Francisco moved quickly for pass-rush help, acquiring Keion White from the Patriots for a late pick swap. White flashed with five sacks in 2024 and a strong pressure grade, and the 49ers, sitting 5-3 and near the bottom of the league in sacks, are betting a change of scenery can unlock that version again.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 29

George Kittle reveals how 49ers responded to disappointing loss to Texans

The 49ers lost to what was previously a 2-4 Texans team in Week 8.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 29

49ers signing former top-5 pick

The San Francisco 49ers are trying to patch together a workable roster amid a slew of injuries. The Niners on Tuesday signed defensive end Clelin Ferrell to the team’s practice squad, per CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 28

49ers sign 2 former first-rounders to practice squad amid injuries

Although the San Francisco 49ers are 5-3, it is hard for fans to feel too optimistic about the team’s chances this season following yet another avalanche of injuries.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 28

49ers get needed help by trading for Patriots' Keion White

The NFL trade deadline (Nov. 4) is a week away, and teams are starting to make moves to fix their biggest weaknesses.

Patriots continue trade activity, deal former second-round pick Kyle Dugger

Steelers make a surprising move after their recent trade

Steelers reunite Aaron Rodgers with his former wide receiver

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Andre Dillard News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 28

49ers Sign OT Andre Dillard To Practice Squad

The San Francisco 49ers announced they have signed OT Andre Dillard to the practice squad. In a corresponding move, the team cut OT Brandon Parker. Dillard, 29, was drafted by the Eagles in the first round out of Washington State in 2019.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / October 28

San Francisco 49ers give Brock Purdy a dynamic new weapon, find heir apparent for Trent Williams in latest 7-round NFL mock draft

The San Francisco 49ers are an interesting case of a talented football team that could be nearing the end of their winning window. Head coach Kyle Shanahan has proven to be one of the very best in the league, and as long as he is leading the 49ers, they are going to have a chance to make a run.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / October 28