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NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 8
49ers No Longer Have to Worry About Aaron Donald in Rams Showdown
The nightmare of facing Aaron Donald alongside Myles Garrett is no longer an issue for the San Francisco 49ers when they face the Los Angeles Rams in Week 1.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 8
49ers just dodged a massive bullet against Rams they were 100% hoping to avoid heading into crucial Week 1 showdown
The 49ers are kicking off the 2026 season with a very important divisional game against the Rams and they just caught a major break when it comes to Aaron Donald’s status.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / September 8
49ers catch a break: Aaron Donald will not travel to Australia with Rams
The San Francisco 49ers received some good news ahead of their Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia. After much speculation
The '2026 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
How many of the signal callers tabbed to start under center in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / EasySportz / September 8
Who Has the Better Roster: 49ers or Rams?
Thursday’s game in Australia isn’t just between two NFC West rivals. It’s a matchup between two absolutely loaded rosters. San Francisco still has an incredible collection of stars.
When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?
All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.
Brock Purdy News / Viral Sports News / September 8
49ers Make Brock Purdy Announcement Before Rams Game
When Kyle Shanahan announced the San Francisco 49ers’ 2026 captains this week, the names were familiar. That familiarity is the point. Teammates again
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 8
49ers in Week 1 power rankings: 'No reason to expect this year's team to take a step back'
The San Francisco 49ers are set to open their 2026 NFL campaign against the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia. Several questions still surround the 49ers heading into the new season.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 8
San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams take completely different approaches to Australia travel ahead of Week 1 opener
Kyle Shanahan and Sean McVay are utitilizing different strategies for their season opener in Melbourne, Australia, and it has much of social media running wild.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 8
49ers insider predicts addition of veteran defensive end to bolster pass rush
The San Francisco 49ers' pass rush produced an NFL-low 20 sacks last season, and there are no guarantees that Nick Bosa's return will provide a significant enough boost during the team's 2026 campaign.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 8
49ers' Trent Williams reacts to Aaron Donald joining Myles Garrett: 'When it rains, it pours'
San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams has plenty of respect for Aaron Donald and Myles Garrett. However, he could do without facing both defensive stars in Week 1, when the 49ers take on the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia.
The '18-sack NFL seasons' quiz
The NFL officially started recording sack totals during the 1982 season, and since then a player has totaled 18 or more sacks in a season on 36 occasions. How many of the 36 can you name in five minutes?
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.
Brock Purdy News / HITC / September 8
Brock Purdy reveals what he wants to ‘teach all of Australia’ in 49ers’ Melbourne game vs LA Rams
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy wants to teach Australians something during the NFL Melbourne Game. Purdy will lead the 49ers in their clash against the Los Angeles Rams at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Friday.
Trent Williams News / Athlon Sports / September 8
Trent Williams Is Believed To Be the First NFL Player To Achieve a Unique Honor
The San Francisco 49ers’ core of stars may be aging, but one advantage that gives them is experience and wisdom, not to mention leadership. Trent Williams, their starting left tackle, is 38 years of age, but he’s still going strong.
George Kittle News / Yardbarker / September 8
49ers addresses George Kittle's recovery ahead of season opener
Once again, health is the biggest question mark for Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / September 8
Chances of Nick Bosa and George Kittle Playing in Week 1 Are Looking Good
The previous two NFL seasons were a nightmare for the San Francisco 49ers in terms of injuries. While they’re still dealing with injuries to a few rotation players right now, their most important players are getting healthier, and that includes two stars who suffered season-ending injuries last fall and winter.
Brock Purdy News / HITC / September 8
‘Resonated with me’ – Brock Purdy shares Steve Young’s Super Bowl advice to San Francisco 49ers
As the San Francisco 49ers get ready to kick off the 2026-27 NFL season, Brock Purdy shared some old advice Steve Young gave the team ahead of their 2024 Super Bowl appearance.
Nick Bosa News / EasySportz / September 8
Nick Bosa Is Back. The NFL Might Have a Problem.
The NFL season has not even officially started yet, and Nick Bosa is already giving everyone something to talk about. The San Francisco 49ers defensive star is expected to play Thursday against the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne after missing the 2025 season with a torn ACL.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 8
Brock Purdy: De'Zhaun Stribling is 'blessed' to be in 49ers receiver room
The San Francisco 49ers' wide receiver room appears to be an ideal environment for a talented young player like rookie De'Zhaun Stribling. Much of that has to do with the veteran presence in the room, including Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel, and others.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 8
49ers' Trent Williams pays Brock Purdy a huge compliment, downplays travel strategy narrative
San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams spoke to reporters after the team's second full practice of the week as the team prepares for its Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia.
Raheem Morris News / Larry Brown Sports / September 8
49ers’ Raheem Morris had an unusual mishap on the way to Australia game
Raheem Morris became the ultimate victim of circumstance this week. The San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Morris celebrated his 50th birthday on Thursday … well, at least in theory.
Sam Okuayinonu News / Pro Football Rumors / September 7
49ers DE Sam Okuayinonu To Undergo Foot Surgery; 2026 Return Uncertain
Sam Okuayinonu was set to travel with the 49ers to Australia for the opening game of the season until a foot injury suffered in practice changed his and the team’s plans.
Mike Evans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 7
Mike Evans Says Training Camp Injuries Weren’t Significant
49ers WR Mike Evans wasn’t a full participant most of camp due to groin and quad issues, and his presence is even more vital with Ricky Pearsall and Christian Kirk on injured reserve.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 7
Kyle Shanahan explains why he wasn't 'crushed' by Aaron Donald news
The San Francisco 49ers won't catch a break in the season opener.
Kyle Shanahan News / Larry Brown Sports / September 6
Kyle Shanahan had great way of dodging question about 49ers’ injuries
Kyle Shanahan is officially back to cracking jokes as the NFL season draws closer. The San Francisco 49ers head coach spoke to reporters on Sunday night ahead of their Week 1 game against the Los Angeles Rams in Australia.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 4
49ers' Brock Purdy may have found a goldmine in new teammate
The San Francisco 49ers are coming up on a big season. They're a talented team, but what's hard is that they're competing in an equally talented division: the NFC West.
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