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49ers Notebook: Closing the book on Australia; Rookies play big role on defense; Mike Evans makes an impression

The San Francisco 49ers certainly have room to improve after their first two games of the 2026 season, but not many people would have imagined those games going as well as they did considering the circumstances.

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49ers' Kyle Shanahan gives blunt answer on Brandon Aiyuk return from injury

The San Francisco 49ers beat the Miami Dolphins 35-13 on Sunday at Levi's Stadium and came out of it with another receiver hurt, as Demarcus Robinson was carted off with what Kyle Shanahan said looked like a high ankle sprain.

Brock Purdy sharp as 49ers cruise past Dolphins

Christian McCaffrey makes rare NFL history in 49ers win

NFL Week 2 winners, losers: Jalen Hurts gets it done; Dak Prescott sets record

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Deebo Samuel News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 20

49ers’ Deebo Samuel almost in disbelief of atmosphere in Levi’s Stadium return

Coach Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers were paced by a near-career day from quarterback Brock Purdy in Week 2, reeling off a 35-13 win over the Miami Dolphins that included an earth-shattering atmosphere at Levi’s Stadium.

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The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz

36 NFL quarterbacks have thrown for over 35,000 passing yards in their careers. How many of the 36 can you name in six minutes?

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 20

Dolphin Position Group Breakdown in Loss to 49ers

The Miami Dolphins fell to the San Francisco 49ers, 35-13, in week two. Here’s a breakdown of each position group and their performance (or lack thereof).

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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.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / September 20

49ers Week 2 win over Dolphins produces historic stats and milestones

The San Francisco 49ers improved to 2-0 on the season after a 35-13 Week 2 win over the Miami Dolphins at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Below are several statistics and notes from Sunday's game, which were provided by the 49ers Communications staff.

Christian McCaffrey News / 49ers Webzone / September 20

49ers' Christian McCaffrey sends a clear message after reaching 100 career TDs

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey has yet to record his first receiving touchdown of the season. When he does, he will surpass Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Marshall Faulk for the most receiving touchdowns by a running back in the Super Bowl era.

Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / September 20

MVPurdy? 49ers quarterback leaves teammates buzzing with latest performance

Yes, it's way too early to make any sort of accurate assessment of how this season's MVP race will turn out in the NFL. But that doesn't mean there weren't at least a few people thinking about it after Brock Purdy's performance against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / September 20

49ers Have Been in Contact With Veteran Super Bowl-Winning Pass Rusher

After slamming the Los Angeles Rams 27-7 last week, the San Francisco 49ers again looked very robust on Sunday. They trounced the Miami Dolphins, 35-13, and they never trailed as they improved to 2-0.

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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 / 49ers Webzone / September 20

49ers have reached out to Leonard Floyd amid defensive line injuries

Like the wide receiver room, the San Francisco 49ers' defensive line has taken a hit from injuries this season. The latest setback came Sunday when rookie defensive tackle James Thompson Jr.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 20

49ers provide post-game injury updates on Demarcus Robinson, Mike Evans, others

The San Francisco 49ers' injury situation worsened Sunday. Two wide receivers, Mike Evans and Demarcus Robinson, suffered setbacks during the team's Week 2 win over the Miami Dolphins.

San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / September 20

San Francisco 49ers Finally Get Good Injury News

The San Francisco 49ers’ 35-13 victory over Miami on Sunday came with another familiar wave of concern for 49ers fans, as veteran wide receiver Mike Evans left in the second half with a hip injury and did not return.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 20

Christian McCaffrey makes rare NFL history in 49ers win

The veteran running back had two rushing touchdowns Sunday and made NFL history in the process.

Brock Purdy sharp as 49ers cruise past Dolphins

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Brock Purdy News / Field Level Media / September 20

Brock Purdy sharp as 49ers cruise past Dolphins

Brock Purdy accounted for three touchdowns and Christian McCaffrey ran for two more, including the 100th of his career, to lead the San Francisco 49ers to a 35-13 win over the Miami Dolphins on Sunday afternoon at Santa Clara, Calif.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 20

7 Biggest Takeaways From 49ers' Week 2 Win Over Dolphins

Another win is in the books for the San Francisco 49ers. They took care of business in the home opener against the Miami Dolphins, 35-13. Here are my seven biggest takeaways from their Week 2 dominant win.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / September 20

Recap: 49ers ride dominant offense to 35-13 blowout win over Dolphins

There was no Australian hangover on Sunday for the San Francisco 49ers, who crushed the Miami Dolphins 35-13 in their home opener at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara.

Mike Evans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 20

49ers’ Mike Evans leaves Dolphins game early with hip injury

The San Francisco 49ers are running away with it against the Miami Dolphins, as the club owns a 35-13 late in the fourth quarter. While the team is on the verge of earning its second win of the campaign, the offense is holding its breath after Mike Evans left the contest early with an injury.

San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / September 20

49ers Slammed With Even More Brutal Injury News

The San Francisco 49ers’ already thin receiving corps took another hit Sunday at Levi’s Stadium when veteran wideout Demarcus Robinson was carted off with a right ankle injury during the second quarter of their Week 2 home game against the Miami Dolphins.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 20

Trent Williams Reveals Fred Warner’s Importance to the 49ers’ Offensive Success

The San Francisco 49ers roster can't stop praising Fred Warner and his influence on this organization. After all, the praise is justified. In Week 1, he made franchise history again, becoming the new 49ers' all-time tackle leader.

San Francisco 49ers News / Total Pro Sports / September 20

NFL Ruthlessly Fines 49ers Tight End $10K On Exact Play Where He Suffered Season-Ending Injury

The NFL waited a week, then sent Jake Tonges a bill for the play that ended his season. San Francisco beat the Rams 27-7 in Melbourne in Week 1, and Tonges never walked off that second-quarter snap.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 20

49ers GM John Lynch Confirms New Workload Plan for Christian McCaffrey

The San Francisco 49ers finally backed up their word on reducing Christian McCaffrey’s workload in Week 1. Finally. It's been said for a long while, but the first game showed encouraging signs that they are actually doing what they said.

Jed York News / Pro Football Rumors / September 20

Decision On Discipline For 49ers Owner Jed York Expected Soon

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said at the end of August the league is reviewing Jed York ’s recent prostitution-related arrest under the league’s personal conduct policy.

San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / September 20

49ers Get Major Injury Update on Breakout Rookie Receiver

De’Zhaun Stribling had surgery on his left ankle and is expected to miss about 10 weeks, San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said Wednesday. The rookie receiver went on injured reserve this week.

Jake Tonges News / EssentiallySports / September 20

NFL Punishes Jake Tonges Over Play in Which 49ers TE Suffered Season-Ending Injury Against Rams

Week 1 of the 2026 regular season proved to be a double-whammy for San Francisco 49ers tight end Jake Tonges. Despite his team winning against the Los Angeles Rams 27-7, Tonges not only sustained a knee injury during the game that ended his season prematurely, but also incurred a penalty imposed by the league.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / September 18

49ers To Make K Addition

The 49ers will play their first game on American soil this Sunday. They may do so with a new kicker in the fold on a temporary basis, though. Eddy Pineiro is currently dealing with an illness.