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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 21
5 49ers Whose Stock Decreased in Preseason Game vs. Chargers
That's a wrap on the second preseason game for the San Francisco 49ers. They lit up the scoreboard against the Los Angeles Chargers by putting up 41 points.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 21
49ers Shift Focus to Cutdown Day After Walloping Chargers in LA
The 49ers responded to the joint-practice drubbing earlier this week against the LA Chargers by controlling them in a 41-17 pre-season win. For the second week in a row, the rookies continue to assert that they are the team’s best draft class since 2020.
De'Zhaun Stribling News / 49ers Webzone / August 21
49ers rookie De'Zhaun Stribling shares humble response to strong preseason performance
San Francisco 49ers fans are becoming increasingly excited about the team's top draft pick, wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling. The rookie pass catcher has stood out throughout training camp and continued to impress in his first two preseason games.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 21
49ers' Brock Purdy opens up about De'Zhaun Stribling, Mike Evans, and Deebo Samuel additions
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy joined the Pat McAfee Show on Friday, one day after the 49ers' 41-17 preseason victory over the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium.
NFL News / Total Pro Sports / August 21
This May Be The WORST Tackle Attempt Ever By A Punter
A punt return touchdown from Thursday night’s preseason game has generated plenty of buzz online. The attention isn’t really about the returner. Video from the Chargers-49ers matchup shows San Francisco receiver Jacob Cowing breaking free on an 83-yard punt return.
25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps
The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 21
5 49ers Whose Stock Increased in Preseason Game vs. Chargers
The second preseason game for the San Francisco 49ers against the Los Angeles Chargers was another opportunity for players to strengthen their standing on the team.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 21
There's a New Favorite at RB2 For the San Francisco 49ers
The San Francisco 49ers have a few battles for starting spots on going on right now. Running back is not one of those positions where the starter is in question.
Brock Purdy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 21
49ers’ Brock Purdy further explains desire to run more this season
The San Francisco 49ers will be leaning on Brock Purdy to elevate their offense this season, and he’s shown that he can do so. This season, he plans on taking things a bit further, as he wants to use his legs more to maximize the offense.
San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / August 21
ESPN calls out sneaky combination of unsettling factors that causes alarm for the San Francisco 49ers’ future
ESPN recently released its future power rankings and there’s an underlying theme that can mess with the 49ers’ future if it doesn’t improve. The San Francisco 49ers landed at 14th overall in ESPN’s recently released future power rankings with an 82.4 grade, which falls in the “very good” category.
San Francisco 49ers News / TWSN / August 21
49ers Preseason Stock Report: De’Zhaun Stribling and Kaelon Black Soar as Roster Bubble Decisions Get Tougher
The San Francisco 49ers are now officially two-thirds of the way through the 2026 NFL preseason, and one step closer to trimming down their 53-man roster.
Mike Evans News / 49ers Webzone / August 21
49ers' Mike Evans signing draws warning: 'Decent chance this blows up in the team's face'
The San Francisco 49ers made a splash in free agency by signing longtime Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans. The talented player entered the NFL in 2014 as the No.
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026
Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.
Mike Evans News / Yardbarker / August 22
49ers' desperate Mike Evans decision is already looking bad
The only problem is that he's no longer in his prime, and with a recent injury history and the franchise's own injury woes, this move was full of red flags.
Bryson Eason News / Athlon Sports / August 21
Stock Up, Stock Down Following 49ers' Preseason Win Over Chargers
The San Francisco 49ers got in the win column on Thursday night, knocking off the Los Angeles Chargers by a score of 41-17. It was a nice overall performance from the team.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 21
49ers vs. Chargers PFF grades: Best and worst from the game, plus snap counts
The San Francisco 49ers earned a decisive victory in the preseason with a 41-17 win against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium. Pro Football Focus released its grades and snap counts from the game, providing a closer look at which 49ers players stood out and who has more work to do.
George Kittle News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 20
George Kittle Ahead Of Schedule In Achilles Recovery
49ers TE George Kittle had a follow up visit with Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who performed the surgery on his torn Achilles. It was said to be a encouraging visit and he has a very realistic track to play for the season opener, according to Adam Schefter.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 20
49ers Sign RB Khalil Herbert, Place RB Patrick Taylor On IR
The San Francisco 49ers have signed RB Khalil Herbert to a contract, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. The 49ers placed RB Patrick Taylor on injured reserve in a corresponding move.
Brock Purdy News / Yardbarker / August 19
Brock Purdy calls out 49ers after joint practice with Chargers
The San Francisco 49ers are desperately looking for some momentum after injuries continue to riddle their roster. Kyle Shanahan's team can't seem to stay healthy, and that's clearly taking a toll on their execution.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 19
Why former NFL WR Andrew Hawkins disagrees with Raiders' reported Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza plan
A Tuesday update revealed that the Las Vegas Raiders are prepared to stick with their plan of starting veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins over rookie and No.1 draft pick Fernando Mendoza.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 18
49ers HC Kyle Shanahan dismisses two theories about Christian McCaffrey's ongoing absence
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan aimed to squash multiple theories about running back Christian McCaffrey's extended absence.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 18
Update on 49ers TE George Kittle’s 'eye-popping' recovery emerges after comments
While Kittle suffered a torn Achilles tendon back on Jan. 11, he has repeatedly made it known throughout 2026 that his goal has been to be cleared for the 49ers' regular-season opener in September.
Christian McCaffrey News / Yardbarker / August 18
NFL insider responds to contract theory about Christian McCaffrey missing 49ers practices
The theory is that McCaffrey is looking for a pay raise after Bijan Robinson of the Atlanta Falcons and Jahmyr Gibbs of the Detroit Lions reset the market for players at the RB position.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 17
Christian McCaffrey hold-in theory mirrors tactic that worked on 49ers in recent years
Maybe McCaffrey is hurt. Maybe the San Francisco 49ers are simply being careful with a 30-year-old running back in the middle of August. Or maybe this has nothing to do with tight muscles.
Christian McCaffrey News / Yardbarker / August 17
Contract theory about Christian McCaffrey missing 49ers practices emerges
McCaffrey had been held out of four consecutive practices due to what was referred to as "tightness."
George Kittle News / Yardbarker / August 16
49ers TE George Kittle provides injury update: 'I don’t think that’d be a very smart idea'
Kittle is still targeting an improbable return for the San Francisco 49ers’ season opener.
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