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San Francisco 49ers' awful 2024 season should actually help them in a huge way in 2025

It's difficult to be a winning team year in and year out in the NFL. The 49ers were an example of that in 2024. Injuries played a huge role in San Francisco's struggles, which fortunately is something that is fixable.

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Brock Purdy Raves About New 49ers WR Demarcus Robinson

Arguably, the best free agent signing the San Francisco 49ers made this offseason was former Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Demarcus Robinson. He is a player who will help shrink the hole left by Brandon Aiyuk as he recovers from a torn ACL and MCL.

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George Kittle Loves how Vocal Brock Purdy is Becoming

Brock Purdy has embarked on a new ascension ever since he finalized his contract extension with the San Francisco 49ers. His new ascension is becoming a vocal leader, something he hasn't been too much since becoming the starter.

Mac Jones News / 49ers Webzone / June 5

Mac Jones reveals why the 49ers' system is so QB-friendly

Mac Jones spoke to reporters this week as the San Francisco 49ers continued their organized team activities (OTAs). The quarterback once believed he might land in San Francisco during the 2021 NFL Draft, but instead, he was selected by the New England Patriots.

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The 'Active NFL players with multiple AP First-Team All-Pro selections' quiz

How many of the players to earn AP first-team all-NFL honors multiple times in their careers can you name in five minutes?

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What George Kittle Thinks of New 49ers TE Luke Farrell so far

A new tight end was signed this offseason by the San Francisco 49ers in order to strengthen the position. And no, I am not referring to Ross Dwelley. The 49ers signed former Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Luke Farrell in free agency.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / June 5

49ers Ranking Reveals Key Factor in Return to Contention

The Super Bowl hangover - although they were the losing team in the big game - was a sloppy one for the San Francisco 49ers last season. After three consecutive

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 5

49ers rumors: How World Cup could cost San Francisco $37 million

The San Francisco 49ers are currently gearing up for a 2025-26 season that will see them try to bounce back from last year’s disastrous campaign. The 49ers have already shelled out some serious cash this offseason, most notably to quarterback Brock Purdy on a brand new contract extension, but their big spending won’t be ending anytime soon.

Nick Bosa News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 5

How long 49ers’ Nick Bosa thought Joey Bosa would team up with him

Nick Bosa and Joey Bosa both went to Ohio State before wreaking havoc in the NFL, but have not shared a field since high school. However, when the latter was released by the Los Angeles Chargers early in the 2025 offseason, the former briefly believed the San Francisco 49ers might be interested in adding his brother to their defense.

Jake Brendel News / 49ers Webzone / June 5

49ers' Jake Brendel ranked No. 24 among NFL centers by PFF

If you poll San Francisco 49ers fans about the team's offensive line, most will be quick to point out the need for upgrades outside of left tackle Trent Williams and emerging right guard Dominick Puni.

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The biggest draft-day trade for every NFL franchise

The draft has been in existence since 1936. Here is every NFL team's biggest trade that occurred on draft weekend.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 5

Sports Illustrated Ranks 49ers' Offensive Triplets 7th-Best in NFL

The 49ers revamped lots of their roster this offseason, but they kept their offensive triplets intact. "Triplets" are a team's starting quarterback, lead rusher and lead pass catcher.

Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / June 5

49ers cap flexibility: Why Brock Purdy's new deal prioritizes team success

While Brock Purdy's agent negotiated with the San Francisco 49ers, the salaries of other top NFL quarterbacks were naturally a key consideration. However, the 49ers made it clear early on that they weren't interested in resetting the quarterback market, meaning Purdy was never going to surpass Dak Prescott's $60 million annual salary.

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Brock Purdy Raves About 49ers Rookie Wide Receiver Jordan Watkins

It's extremely early in the offseason, but the most impressive rookie on the team so far is wide receiver Jordan Watkins. He was a late fourth-round pick, so he has no expectations.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 5

Can the 49ers go from worst to first? ESPN reveals their chances

ESPN's Aaron Schatz recently ranked last season's last-place teams by their chances to finish in first place within their respective divisions. Among those teams are the San Francisco 49ers, who ended their 2024 season with a disappointing 6-11 record and missed the playoffs for the first time since 2020.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / June 5

Why 49ers' Jones joked about getting into 'huge fight' with Shanahan

Why 49ers' Mac Jones joked about getting into 'huge fight' with Kyle Shanahan

Many have believed for years that Shanahan wanted to take Jones over Trey Lance with the third overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft.

49ers strike gold with low-risk edge-rusher acquisition

Mac Jones praises Brock Purdy, eager to learn in 49ers offense

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 4

Transcripts: Brock Purdy, Mac Jones discuss 49ers OTAs

San Francisco 49ers quarterbacks Brock Purdy and Mac Jones spoke to reporters after Wednesday's practice. Here's everything they had to say. Transcripts provided by the San Francisco 49ers Communications staff.

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Fred Warner Says One 49ers LB is Doing a 'Fantastic Job'

The linebacker position is the biggest variable on the San Francisco 49ers. There is no clear running mate on nickel defense with Fred Warner. There's not even a clear enough trio when it comes to the 49ers' base defense.

Trent Williams News / CBSSports.com / June 4

Watch: 49ers' Trent Williams pancakes teammate in return to practice field following ankle injury

The All-Pro left tackle returned to individual work after a season-ending injury a year ago

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 4

Brock Purdy impressed with 49ers rookie Watkins, Cowing's growth, veteran leadership

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy spoke with reporters following Wednesday's practice, offering his impressions of organized team activities (OTAs), which began last week.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 4

Rising San Francisco 49ers rookie turning heads in 2025 OTAs

The San Francisco 49ers will have high expectations heading into the 2025 NFL season. The 2024 season was a complete disaster for the 49ers and surprising considering the team’s preseason expectations.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / June 4

49ers Cut Free Agent Less Than a Month After Signing Him

The San Francisco 49ers have not wasted any time making roster cuts as they finish up OTAs and prepare for mandatory minicamp. Although we still have a while until training camp, the Niners front office and coaching staff are lightening their load a bit before they have to trim the roster down to 53.

Trent Taylor News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 3

49ers Placing WR Trent Taylor On IR

The San Francisco 49ers announced they have placed WR Trent Taylor on injured reserve. Additionally, the 49ers made the trade for DE Bryce Huff official after he passed a physical.