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3 winners and 7 losers from San Francisco 49ers’ first loss of 2026 as costly mistakes lead to frustrating defeat against Atlanta Falcons

The 49ers suffered their first loss of 2026 against the Falcons, with turnovers, defensive struggles, and costly mistakes overshadowing a couple of strong individual performances.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 25

8 Biggest Takeaways From 49ers' Week 7 Loss to Falcons

Undefeated no longer. The San Francisco 49ers suffered their first defeat of the season to the Atlanta Falcons, 29-20. It was an ugly performance by the 49ers, with so many self-inflicted wounds.

Christian McCaffrey News / Field Level Media / October 25

49ers RB Christian McCaffrey (thigh) returns after first-half exit

San Francisco 49ers star running back Christian McCaffrey returned to open the second half after he departed in the first quarter against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday with a thigh injury.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 25

ESPN Analyst Suggests Trade That Would Give the 49ers a Veteran Run Stopper

Even though the San Francisco 49ers have been playing well on both sides of the football and came into Sunday’s game against the Atlanta Falcons with a 6-0 record, their roster isn’t necessarily complete.

Deommodore Lenoir News / 49ers Webzone / October 25

Deommodore Lenoir has strong message for former 49ers star Terrell Owens

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Deommodore Lenoir had a strong response to former 49ers wide receiver Terrell Owens after the Hall of Famer claimed he could replicate what veteran wide receiver Mike Evans has been doing on the field this season.

Mike Evans News / Athlon Sports / October 25

What Happened to Mike Evans? Why 49ers WR Is Not Playing vs Falcons

Mike Evans has helped the San Francisco 49ers to a productive start to the 2026 NFL season, quickly becoming a leading target in quarterback Brock Purdy’s passing game.

Deebo Samuel News / Athlon Sports / October 25

When Will Deebo Samuel Return? Latest Injury Update on 49ers WR

Deebo Samuel continues to manage an injury that has disrupted his availability. The undefeated San Francisco 49ers head into Week 7 looking to extend their winning streak against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 25

The 49ers Have Pro Football Focus’ Highest-Graded Tackle and Guard in Pass-Blocking

In past seasons, the San Francisco 49ers’ offensive line was seen as a relative weakness of the team. While San Francisco has long boasted a living legend at left tackle in Trent Williams, it has been considered deficient elsewhere in that position group.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 25

49ers announce these 7 players as inactive vs. Falcons

The San Francisco 49ers have released the list of inactive players for their Week 7 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. These seven players will not suit up for the game.

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Trent Williams News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 25

49ers LT Trent Williams Hints at Delaying Potential Retirement Plans

This offseason left tackle Trent Williams implied his new contract could very well be his last with the San Francisco 49ers. Williams has proven year after year in recent seasons that age is just a number.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 25

Three Keys to the 49ers Defeating the Falcons on Sunday

On Sunday, the San Francisco 49ers will visit the Atlanta Falcons and look to stay undefeated. While the Falcons have a 2-4 record and many, if not most, experts predict the Niners will defeat the Falcons, it will not be easy, especially considering how short-handed San Francisco is.

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / October 25

49ers Receiver Speed Could Be Kyle Shanahan's Secret Weapon Sunday

Kyle Shanahan has spent much of this season finding ways to win despite injuries, and Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons presents another unusual situation.

DeForest Buckner News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 25

49ers Expected to Pursue a Trade for Colts DT DeForest Buckner

The 49ers almost certainly will make a big move before the NFL's trade deadline next month. And that move, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter, could be to trade for the Pro Bowl defensive tackle the 49ers traded to the Colts in 2020.

Mike Evans News / HITC / October 25

49ers legend Terrell Owens’ ‘bad take’ after comparing himself to Mike Evans called out by CB

San Francisco 49ers legend Terrell Owens seems to have caused a bit of a stir with his take on Mike Evans ‘catching some average plays.’ The legendary

Fred Warner News / Athlon Sports / October 25

49ers LB Fred Warner Has Been Fined by the NFL for Two Hits in Monday’s Game

Fred Warner, the San Francisco 49ers’ excellent middle linebacker, is arguably the best player at his position in the NFL, and he has bounced back in outstanding fashion from a severe lower-leg injury he suffered last season.

Mike Evans News / EssentiallySports / October 25

'No You Can’t': 49ers Star Hits Back at Terrell Owens for Disrespecting Mike Evans

The gap between former wide receiver Terrell Owens’ time with the San Francisco 49ers and current 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans’ stint is more than two decades.

San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / October 25

San Francisco 49ers Officially Release 8-Year NFL Veteran

The San Francisco 49ers have parted ways with longtime defensive tackle Kevin Givens, releasing him from the practice squad as the undefeated team prepares for its Week 7 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons.

Fred Warner News / The Spun / October 24

NFL Announces Two Separate Fines For 49ers Star Fred Warner

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner had to hand over a decent chunk of change to the NFL this weekend. Warner, a four-time All-Pro, is on track to have yet another incredible season with the 49ers.

Christian Kirk News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 24

49ers Make Five Moves, Activate WR Christian Kirk

The San Francisco 49ers announced Saturday that they’ve processed five roster moves for Week 7. The full list includes: 49ers signed DE Ogbonnia Okoronkwo to the practice squad.

Nick Bosa News / Pro Football Rumors / October 24

49ers Optimistic About Post-Bye Nick Bosa Return

The 49ers could have Nick Bosa back after their bye week. There is a “high level of optimism” that the star edge rusher will be able to return against the Raiders in Week 9, per CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz.

San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / October 23

49ers terminate contract of 8-year NFL veteran on Friday

The move, announced by the team, appears timed to create an opening for wide receiver Christian Kirk, who has been working his way back from injured reserve after a calf injury that kept him sidelined since training camp.

Unbeaten 49ers potentially depleted at WR with uneven Falcons looming

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San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 23

49ers Released DL Ogbo Okoronkwo

The San Francisco 49ers announced they officially released DL Ogbo Okoronkwo on Friday. Matt Barrows notes that this could be to make room for WR Christian Kirk to be activated from injured reserve. Okoronkwo, 31, was taken with the No.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 23

Rams' Sean McVay won't like what Roger Goodell said about future NFL games in Australia

"We look at the Australia game as a tremendous success on really every level," NFL commissioner Roger Goodell recently said, as Michael David Smith of Pro Football Talk shared on Thursday.

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