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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 10

Dolphins request interview with 49ers' Robert Saleh for head coaching vacancy

The list of NFL teams interested in interviewing San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh for their head coaching vacancies continues to grow.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 10

Dolphins Request Interview With Robert Saleh For HC

Per Ian Rapoport, the Dolphins have requested an interview with 49ers DC Robert Saleh for their head coaching vacancy. He joins a list of candidates that

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 10

Where the 49ers can Surprisingly Exploit the Eagles

The season is on the line for the San Francisco 49ers when they face the Philadelphia Eagles in the Wild Card playoff matchup. Defeating them will not be easy.

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The 'Last QB to win a playoff game by team' quiz

Can you name the last quarterback to win a playoff game for every NFL team? Five minutes are on the clock.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 10

49ers vs. Eagles: 4 keys that can carry San Francisco past the Wild Card round

Faithful, this is playoff football—one game. Win or go home. The San Francisco 49ers are stepping into the NFC Wild Card round against a physical, battle-tested Philadelphia Eagles squad, and this matchup is going to be won in the details.

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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.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / January 10

Three 49ers earn All-Pro honors for the 2025 NFL season

Three San Francisco 49ers players earned All-Pro honors for the 2025 NFL season. Running back Christian McCaffrey and fullback Kyle Juszczyk were named first-team All-Pro selections, while left tackle Trent Williams earned second-team All-Pro recognition.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 10

49ers fans hungry for a win vs. Eagles will be well fed

Momentum, intrigue, playoff energy, and fan engagement converge this weekend as the San Francisco 49ers prepare for a hostile road test vs. the Philadelphia Eagles.

Ricky Pearsall News / Last Word On Sports / January 10

Ricky Pearsall Injury Update: 49ers WR’s Status Playoff Status Revealed

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall has been battling injury on and off throughout the 2025 season, and his latest ailments could force him to miss the first round of the playoffs.

George Kittle News / Last Word On Sports / January 10

George Kittle Injury Update: Star TE’s Status Revealed For 49ers-Eagles

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle has been battling an ankle injury for the past few weeks, but that won’t prevent him from suiting up in the Wild Card round.

Trent Williams News / Field Level Media / January 9

49ers LT Trent Williams questionable, but 'confident' he'll face Eagles

San Francisco left tackle Trent Williams is tracking toward playing, but the 12-time Pro Bowl selection will be a game-time decision for Sunday's wild-card matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles.

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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 / Gridiron Heroics / January 9

'I’m Gonna Skip That Question': 49ers DC Robert Saleh Refuses to Answer Inquiry About Saquon Barkley

San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh declined to discuss why opponents have found more success against Saquon Barkley this season, saying he would skip the question and move on.

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NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 9

What the Biggest Challenge for the 49ers Will be Against Philadelphia

The San Francisco 49ers have had their backs up against the wall for the majority of the season. When they were supposed to crash and burn with all of their injuries, they completely changed their trajectory.

Trent Williams News / 49ers Webzone / January 9

49ers vs. Eagles: Trent Williams 'definitely more confident' about playing in Wild Card game

San Francisco 49ers left tackle Trent Williams is among seven players listed as questionable for Sunday's NFC Wild Card playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / January 9

49ers' Kyle Shanahan recalls a shocking encounter with Eagles fans

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle recently shared memories of the extreme lengths Philadelphia Eagles fans go to in an effort to rattle opposing teams.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 9

49ers stars open up about Eagles matchup: 'We know we have a challenge ahead of us'

There's no denying the task facing the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday will be difficult. Still, the team believes it's prepared—and confident that playing its best football will be enough to overcome the challenge.

Trent Williams News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 9

Why the 49ers need this one player to play against the Eagles

The 49ers have the right coaches to pull off the upset in Philadelphia this weekend, but they might not have the right players. It seems that Trent Williams will return after missing the past two games with a pulled hamstring.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 9

Here's the foolproof plan for the Eagles to expose depleted 49ers

The NFC wild-card playoff matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers appears evenly matched on the surface. However, the Eagles could hold a significant offensive advantage because of San Francisco’s severely depleted linebacker corps.

49ers TE George Kittle gives unexpected opinion on Eagles fans

Fred Warner's practice participation raises hopes of improbable return from injury

Brock Purdy credits this teammate with saving 49ers' season

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The 'Active 1K-rushing-yard seasons' quiz

How many of the active NFL players who have rushed for 1,000 or more yards in a season can you name in five minutes?

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / January 9

Brock Purdy credits this teammate with saving 49ers' season

For a lengthy piece published on Friday, Purdy spoke with ESPN's Nick Wagoner about how this teammate helped save what could have become a lost campaign for the 49ers.

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Fred Warner News / Yardbarker / January 8