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49ers 2025 Training Camp/Joint Practice Dates Revealed

The official 2025 training camp dates have been revealed for the San Francisco 49ers. They will open up training camp on July 15 first for their rookies, then the whole team will report on July 22.

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Christian McCaffrey Named as 49ers' Likeliest to win NFL MVP

It's no secret that the San Francisco 49ers need Christian McCaffrey to be healthy in 2025 to be successful. The offense may have been able to move the ball well without him last year, but he was severely lacking in the passing game and the red zone.

San Francisco 49ers News / The SportsRush / June 18

George Kittle Reveals His Favorite Part About Brock Purdy’s $265 Million Extension With the 49ers

One of the biggest tasks the San Francisco 49ers prioritized this offseason was extending quarterback Brock Purdy. The former Mr. Irrelevant has made himself anything but irrelevant since his first NFL start as a rookie in 2022.

George Kittle News / Athlon Sports / June 18

George Kittle Reacts to Exciting News on Wednesday

The San Francisco 49ers have been competing at the highest level for much of the past few seasons, but last year they dealt with trouble. Injury woes

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How many of the 24 receivers to eclipse 1,000 yards in the 2024-25 NFL season can you name in five minutes.

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49ers Named a Potential Landing Spot for All-Pro Safety Justin Simmons

If the 49ers have any money left to spend, they should be in the market for a safety. Technically, they have more than $46 million in salary cap space, the second-most in the NFL.

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The greatest all-time wide receiver for every NFL franchise

To go with our running back and tight end entries, Yardbarker's wide receiver offering rounds out a skill-position collection. Here is each of the 32 NFL franchises' greatest wideout.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 18

Deommodore Lenoir: Renardo Green confident, 49ers' CB depth strong

Bleacher Report recently praised the San Francisco 49ers cornerback tandem of Deommodore Lenoir and Renardo Green, ranking them among the NFL's top cornerback duos heading into the 2025 season.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / June 18

49ers training camp report dates: Rookies July 15, vets July 22; Joint practices with Broncos, Raiders

The NFL has announced the official training camp report dates for all 32 teams, with camps set to begin this July. For the San Francisco 49ers, rookies will report to camp on July 15, while veterans are scheduled to arrive on July 22.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / June 18

McCaffrey: Kiner, James have been everything 49ers want in rookie RBs

Despite battling injuries last season, Christian McCaffrey is still considered one of the NFL's top running backs, making him an authority when evaluating talent at the position.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 18

The 49ers Have the NFL's 12th-Best Running Back Unit per PFF

The 49ers are a running-back-driven team. They don't need a great quarterback to go to the Super Bowl -- they proved that with Jimmy Garoppolo and Brock Purdy.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 18

Kittle issues warning to NFL with Saleh's return to 49ers: 'Violence is coming'

The San Francisco 49ers struggled defensively in 2024, contributing to a disappointing 6-11 finish and last place in the NFC West. According to Pro Football Focus, the team earned a 68.4 defensive grade (15th in the NFL) and a troubling 54.6 run-defense grade (28th in the NFL).

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 18

49ers CB duo cracks Bleacher Report's top 10 despite uncertainty

With NFL offseason programs wrapped up and training camps still weeks away, it's prime time for rankings and predictions to fill the news cycle. Bleacher Report's Moe Moton took advantage of the lull by ranking the top 10 cornerback duos heading into the 2025 season, and the San Francisco 49ers earned a respectable No.

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George Kittle News / 49ers Webzone / June 18

George Kittle relishes drama-free 49ers offseason

The San Francisco 49ers—and their fans—have grown accustomed to offseason contract standoffs with their star players in recent years. But in 2025, the team avoided that familiar drama by locking up key contributors early, ensuring minimal distractions heading into training camp.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 18

ESPN Snubs Former 49ers RB Frank Gore in All Quarter Century Team

Make this make sense. ESPN unveiled its NFL All Quarter Century Team, comprising the best players of the past 25 years, and somehow, former 49ers running back Frank Gore was not included on the team.

Christian McCaffrey News / 49ers Webzone / June 18

Ranking the 49ers' running back group proves challenging for PFF

Pro Football Focus (PFF) analyst Dalton Wasserman recently released his NFL running back unit rankings heading into the 2025 season. One team that gave him pause?

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 18

49ers well-represented in ESPN's NFL All Quarter Century team

ESPN analysts Aaron Schatz and Seth Walder recently unveiled the outlet's NFL All Quarter Century Team, highlighting the top players since the year 2000.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 18

Who Will Replace Dre Greenlaw at Linebacker for the 49ers?

There are plenty of great storylines to talk about when it comes to the 2025 49ers roster. Some people are discussing how Brock Purdy will perform with a brand-new contract, while others discuss the return of Robert Saleh and the Wide Receiver Core.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 18

Trent Williams says Mykel Williams has Genetic Makeup to be a Star

Plenty of established players on the San Francisco 49ers have been in awe of first-round pick Mykel Williams. Nick Bosa was the first player to be impressed with Williams, especially with his desire to learn.

Christian McCaffrey News / Gridiron Heroics / June 18

San Francisco 49ers: Olivia Culpo Reacts to Christian McCaffrey Haircut

It may still be the offseason in the NFL, but San Francisco 49ers star running back Christian McCaffrey is keeping himself busy. He’s also using some of his free time trying to make an impact on other people’s lives, as he recently hosted a Youth Football Camp at San Joaquin Memorial High School that was organized by FlexWork Sports Management.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / June 17

49ers Receiving Corps Ranked Top-5 Despite Concerns

The San Francisco 49ers took an unexpected cliff dive in 2024 with a 6-11 record, but there remains optimism that 2025 could see them climb back. Kyle Shanahan's offense returns nearly all major contributors (something the defense can't relate to), with the biggest return being running back Christian McCaffrey after his injury-plagued season.