San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / 1 hour ago

Report: The 49ers are signing one of the UFL’s leading wide receivers

The San Francisco 49ers are on the prowl for another wide receiver after Jordan Watkins will miss about a month with a high-ankle sprain. The team worked out four receivers on Tuesday and decided on Watkins’ temporary replacement.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / 2 hours ago

49ers in 2025: ESPN reveals ceiling, floor, and X factor

How will the San Francisco 49ers fare in the 2025 NFL season? ESPN recently unveiled its projected ceiling, floor, and X-factor for each team, using a data-driven approach to forecast potential outcomes.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / 2 hours ago

Report: 49ers are “not close” to an agreement with their other key wide receiver

Just when you thought the San Francisco 49ers were not going to have a contract negotiation going into the 11th hour. Then the Jauan Jennings situation.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / 3 hours ago

49ers 53-man roster prediction: Out with the old, in with the new

Out with the veterans, and in with the rookies. For the most part, that's been the off-season focus for the San Francisco 49ers. General Manager John Lynch set a goal to get younger and cheaper, and he has certainly done that.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Deommodore Lenoir News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / 3 hours ago

This 49ers Cornerback Feels He Doesn’t Get the Credit He Deserves

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Deommodore Lenoir’s rise through the ranks of the NFL is one of those feel-good stories fans love to see. While loved by fans who support the City by the Bay, he feels underappreciated by those on the outside.

Ben Bartch News / 49ers Webzone / 3 hours ago

Starting in the Trenches: 49ers' Offensive Line Outlook Hinges on Ben Bartch

The key to a good offensive line is continuity. The San Francisco 49ers have their starting five with the newest addition on the left side at guard, Ben Bartch, who is dealing with an undisclosed injury.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / 4 hours ago

49ers ranked as fifth-most valuable franchise in NFL

The San Francisco 49ers have generally been one of the most valuable franchises in the NFL, and that hasn’t changed in 2025. In their annual NFL valuations, Sportico ranked the 49ers as the fifth-most valuable franchise in the league, stemming only behind the Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Rams, New York Giants, and the New England Patriots.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / 4 hours ago

49ers valued at $8.6B, rank 5th in Sportico's 2025 NFL franchise list

The San Francisco 49ers have cemented their place among the NFL's elite franchises, ranking fifth in Sportico's 2025 NFL franchise valuations with an estimated worth of $8.6 billion.

Jauan Jennings News / A to Z Sports / 3 hours ago

'I think it's going to get a whole lot uglier before it gets resolved' - Former Vols WR Jauan Jennings is caught up in some drama

Former Tennessee Vols wide receiver Jauan Jennings is caught up in some drama ahead of the 2025 NFL season. Jennings, who is entering the final season of the two-year extension he signed with the San Francisco 49ers last year, wants a new contract.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / 5 hours ago

One Improvement This 49ers Rookie Needs to Make

A few rookies on the San Francisco 49ers had a solid outing in the preseason game against the Denver Broncos. However, there was one who particularly struggled, linebacker Nick Martin.

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Who is the best non-QB on every NFL team?

The quarterback is the most important player on an NFL roster, but creating a winning team takes more talent than just the guy under center. These are the best non-quarterbacks for all 32 teams entering the 2025 season.

Brock Purdy News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / 6 hours ago

49ers Quarterback Brock Purdy Reveals How He Deals With Criticism

The full extent of Brock Purdy’s talent continues to be a hot topic of debate. The San Francisco 49ers front office trusts him. His own roster trusts him.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / 16 hours ago

Handicapping the 49ers' tight end competition: A Young TE is Emerging

One position to watch in the next two weeks is the San Francisco 49ers tight end room. The team may only keep three, but will likely keep four tight ends on their 53-man roster.

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Bryce Huff News / 49ers Webzone / 18 hours ago

49ers coach: Bryce Huff brings 'speed and explosion' to D-line

Bryce Huff made an encouraging first impression in his San Francisco 49ers preseason debut on Saturday night. Despite playing only nine snaps, the defensive end recorded a quarterback pressure and a hurry, earning a respectable 67.8 defensive grade from Pro Football Focus.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / 18 hours ago

The 49ers Need to Sign a Third Quarterback Before the Season Starts

The San Francisco 49ers will have three quarterbacks on their roster when you include the practice squad. While the two quarterbacks who make the roster

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / 18 hours ago

Offseason In Review: San Francisco 49ers

Reminding closely of the 49ers’ 2020 season, San Francisco’s latest NFC title defense skidded off track largely due to injuries. A difficult schedule, which came after two more late-summer contract sagas (Brandon Aiyuk and Trent Williams), ground up a depleted San Francisco roster, producing the same six wins the 2020 slate brought.

Dee Winters News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / 20 hours ago

How 49ers LB Dee Winters Improved his Coverage Skills

One player who is closing in on a starting spot on the San Francisco 49ers' defense is linebacker Dee Winters. A lot of momentum is on his side thanks to his performances in training camp and the preseason game against the Denver Broncos.

Jauan Jennings News / Larry Brown Sports / 20 hours ago

49ers could face contract standoff with breakout player

The San Francisco 49ers may be on the brink of a contract dispute with a breakout player from their 2024 team.

49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk's expected return date revealed

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / 21 hours ago

49ers training camp: Purdy-to-Kittle on fire, Puni scores wild TD, other practice No. 14 highlights

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San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 11

49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk's expected return date revealed

Following Monday's practice, San Francisco 49ers' head coach Kyle Shanahan provided an update on when receiver Brandon Aiyuk could return from the ACL injury he suffered last season.

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49ers signing RB Jeff Wilson Jr. to bolster backfield

49ers place RB Ameer Abdullah on IR, sign RB Jeff Wilson Jr., DL Trevis Gipson

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Brock Purdy News / Yardbarker / August 11