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San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 22
Brock Purdy reveals unexpected Tom Brady influence inside 49ers offense
Brady will not be walking through the San Francisco 49ers’ door anytime soon. His experience, however, has found an indirect path into their offense.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 22
Why the 49ers’ Youth at Wide Receiver Is an X-Factor
The San Francisco 49ers' wide receivers stood out as the team beat the Los Angeles Chargers 41-17 in its second preseason game. The 49ers got standout
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 22
49ers' Brock Purdy reveals how De'Zhaun Stribling has earned his trust
San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling hauled in four passes for 46 yards on four targets against the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday night, with three receptions going for first downs.
Jacob Cowing News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 22
Why the 49ers Can't Afford to Release Jacob Cowing
The 49ers selected Jacob Cowing in the 4th round of the 2024 NFL Draft. Since then the WR has only compiled 80 receiving yards in his NFL career. That lack of production and availability in his first two seasons is why Cowing finds himself on the 2026 roster bubble.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 22
49ers roster bubble: 5 position battles to watch before cutdown day
Every year, bubble players are fighting for a spot on the 53-man roster. Most of those decisions come down to special-teams play and whether head coach Kyle Shanahan believes the player could be stashed on the practice squad.
25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps
The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 22
49ers 53-Man Roster Projections 3.0: Post Preseason Week 2
The San Francisco 49ers 53-man roster projection has shifted throughout the offseason. From training camp to the first preseason game, and now the third edition features even more updates.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 21
5 49ers Whose Stock Decreased in Preseason Game vs. Chargers
That's a wrap on the second preseason game for the San Francisco 49ers. They lit up the scoreboard against the Los Angeles Chargers by putting up 41 points.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 21
49ers Shift Focus to Cutdown Day After Walloping Chargers in LA
The 49ers responded to the joint-practice drubbing earlier this week against the LA Chargers by controlling them in a 41-17 pre-season win. For the second week in a row, the rookies continue to assert that they are the team’s best draft class since 2020.
De'Zhaun Stribling News / 49ers Webzone / August 21
49ers rookie De'Zhaun Stribling shares humble response to strong preseason performance
San Francisco 49ers fans are becoming increasingly excited about the team's top draft pick, wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling. The rookie pass catcher has stood out throughout training camp and continued to impress in his first two preseason games.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 21
49ers' Brock Purdy opens up about De'Zhaun Stribling, Mike Evans, and Deebo Samuel additions
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy joined the Pat McAfee Show on Friday, one day after the 49ers' 41-17 preseason victory over the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium.
NFL News / Total Pro Sports / August 21
This May Be The WORST Tackle Attempt Ever By A Punter
A punt return touchdown from Thursday night’s preseason game has generated plenty of buzz online. The attention isn’t really about the returner. Video from the Chargers-49ers matchup shows San Francisco receiver Jacob Cowing breaking free on an 83-yard punt return.
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026
Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 21
There's a New Favorite at RB2 For the San Francisco 49ers
The San Francisco 49ers have a few battles for starting spots on going on right now. Running back is not one of those positions where the starter is in question.
Brock Purdy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 21
49ers’ Brock Purdy further explains desire to run more this season
The San Francisco 49ers will be leaning on Brock Purdy to elevate their offense this season, and he’s shown that he can do so. This season, he plans on taking things a bit further, as he wants to use his legs more to maximize the offense.
Mike Evans News / 49ers Webzone / August 21
49ers' Mike Evans signing draws warning: 'Decent chance this blows up in the team's face'
The San Francisco 49ers made a splash in free agency by signing longtime Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans. The talented player entered the NFL in 2014 as the No.
Mike Evans News / Yardbarker / August 22
49ers' desperate Mike Evans decision is already looking bad
The only problem is that he's no longer in his prime, and with a recent injury history and the franchise's own injury woes, this move was full of red flags.
George Kittle News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 20
George Kittle Ahead Of Schedule In Achilles Recovery
49ers TE George Kittle had a follow up visit with Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who performed the surgery on his torn Achilles. It was said to be a encouraging visit and he has a very realistic track to play for the season opener, according to Adam Schefter.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 20
49ers Sign RB Khalil Herbert, Place RB Patrick Taylor On IR
The San Francisco 49ers have signed RB Khalil Herbert to a contract, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. The 49ers placed RB Patrick Taylor on injured reserve in a corresponding move.
Brock Purdy News / Yardbarker / August 19
Brock Purdy calls out 49ers after joint practice with Chargers
The San Francisco 49ers are desperately looking for some momentum after injuries continue to riddle their roster. Kyle Shanahan's team can't seem to stay healthy, and that's clearly taking a toll on their execution.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 19
Why former NFL WR Andrew Hawkins disagrees with Raiders' reported Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza plan
A Tuesday update revealed that the Las Vegas Raiders are prepared to stick with their plan of starting veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins over rookie and No.1 draft pick Fernando Mendoza.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 18
49ers HC Kyle Shanahan dismisses two theories about Christian McCaffrey's ongoing absence
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan aimed to squash multiple theories about running back Christian McCaffrey's extended absence.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 18
Update on 49ers TE George Kittle’s 'eye-popping' recovery emerges after comments
While Kittle suffered a torn Achilles tendon back on Jan. 11, he has repeatedly made it known throughout 2026 that his goal has been to be cleared for the 49ers' regular-season opener in September.
Christian McCaffrey News / Yardbarker / August 18
NFL insider responds to contract theory about Christian McCaffrey missing 49ers practices
The theory is that McCaffrey is looking for a pay raise after Bijan Robinson of the Atlanta Falcons and Jahmyr Gibbs of the Detroit Lions reset the market for players at the RB position.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 17
Christian McCaffrey hold-in theory mirrors tactic that worked on 49ers in recent years
Maybe McCaffrey is hurt. Maybe the San Francisco 49ers are simply being careful with a 30-year-old running back in the middle of August. Or maybe this has nothing to do with tight muscles.
Christian McCaffrey News / Yardbarker / August 17
Contract theory about Christian McCaffrey missing 49ers practices emerges
McCaffrey had been held out of four consecutive practices due to what was referred to as "tightness."
George Kittle News / Yardbarker / August 16
49ers TE George Kittle provides injury update: 'I don’t think that’d be a very smart idea'
Kittle is still targeting an improbable return for the San Francisco 49ers’ season opener.
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