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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 6

The 49ers' Biggest Potential Under-the-Radar Star

The 49ers have a giant void at wide receiver this season. That's because they traded Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders this offseason and Brandon Aiyuk is still recovering from a torn ACL he suffered last season.

Mac Jones News / A to Z Sports / June 6

Mac Jones gives honest insight on playing in the 49ers offense, and it quietly connects back to what his career could have been

It took a few years longer than many expected, but Mac Jones is finally getting his chance with Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers. There’s been plenty of developments since the 2021 NFL Draft, which saw the 49ers pull off a blockbuster deal to move up to the No.

Jake Brendel News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 6

PFF: 49ers Center Jake Brendel is the NFL's 24th-Best Center

One of the worst starters on the 49ers is veteran center Jake Brendel. He's a former undrafted free agent who will turn 33 in September. And almost any time he has to block a defensive tackle one-on-one during a pass play, he gets beaten badly.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 6

49ers face tough choice in Bleacher Report's 2024 NFL re-draft

Would the San Francisco 49ers rethink their 2024 draft strategy if they could go back, knowing how a disappointing season played out? Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox explored that hypothetical for every NFL team, rewinding the clock and projecting how the 2024 NFL Draft might have unfolded with the benefit of hindsight.

Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / June 6

Bleacher Report reveals 49ers' 'nightmare scenario' for 2025 season

With Super Bowl aspirations in the locker room, the San Francisco 49ers endured a nightmare season in 2024, finishing last in the NFC West with a disappointing 6-11 record and missing the playoffs for the first time since 2020.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 6

Jordan Watkins Must Continue to Stand out to Brock Purdy

Offseason team activities have been wonderful for the San Francisco 49ers. It is a far cry from what it was last year, when the atmosphere surrounding the team was dreary.

Dominick Puni News / 49ers Webzone / June 6

49ers have a top-10 guard in Dominick Puni, says PFF

The San Francisco 49ers likely didn't anticipate Dominick Puni becoming such a vital piece of their offensive line during his rookie 2024 campaign—at least not as quickly as it happened.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 6

Sports Illustrated Ranks 49ers' Defensive Triplets 4th-Best in NFL

The depth of the 49ers' roster is in flux, but their core is strong. The 49ers let go of nine starters this offseason primarily so they could invest more heavily in cornerstone players such as Deommodore Lenoir, George Kittle, Fred Warner and Brock Purdy.

Brock Purdy News / Yardbarker / June 6

When Brock Purdy knew he'd receive contract extension from 49ers

During a recent conversation with Tim Kawakami of The San Francisco Standard, Purdy spoke about how he essentially learned at the end of the 2024 season that he had nothing to worry about regarding his long-term future with the club.

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

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Mac Jones News / Pro Football Talk / June 6

Mac Jones says 49ers' system is ideal for efficient quarterback play

San Francisco coach Kyle Shanahan and quarterback Mac Jones once looked like such a perfect match that when the 49ers traded three first-round picks to move up in the 2021 NFL draft, many people initially thought it was to draft Jones.

Nick Bosa News / Athlon Sports / June 5

49ers’ Nick Bosa Sends Strong Message About Rookie Pass Rusher

The San Francisco 49ers are hoping to bounce back strong in 2025 after a rough all-around 2024 NFL season. After being the best team in the NFC and losing in the Super Bowl to the Kansas City Chiefs just two years ago, last season did not go as planned.

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

PFF: 49ers RG Dominick Puni is NFL's 10th-Best Guard

The 49ers made one of the best draft picks of the Kyle Shanahan/John Lynch Era last year. Taking Dominick Puni in Round 3 was a stroke of genius. Not only was he the best rookie offensive lineman in the NFL last season, he is now the 10th-best guard in the league according to Pro Football Focus.

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San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / June 5

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.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Talk / June 5

Nick Bosa impressed with Mykel Williams' eagerness to learn

49ers rookie edge rusher Mykel Williams recently said he was excited to learn from Nick Bosa. The veteran edge rusher said this week he's excited to teach Williams.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.