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The previously unbeaten San Francisco 49ers exposed some weaknesses in Sunday's upset loss to the Atlanta Falcons. While players returning from injury

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The 49ers’ first loss exposed how thin they are

The score matters less than how it happened. As Fox Sports’ Greg Auman wrote, San Francisco’s toughest opponent right now is its own injury report. Mike Evans, the 33-year-old who has carried the passing game, sat out with an Achilles injury.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 26

8 Winners and Losers From 49ers' Week 7 Loss to Falcons

Despite playing sloppily for the majority of the game, the San Francisco 49ers were in it until the final minutes against the Atlanta Falcons. Unfortunately, they couldn't get enough of their players to step up, leading them to lose for the first time this season, 29-20.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 26

49ers' Brock Purdy on impact of Christian McCaffrey's injury against Falcons

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey appeared poised for a big game Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons. He opened the contest with three carries for 28 yards and two receptions for 40 yards, helping the 49ers reach first-and-goal at the 5-yard line on their opening drive.

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The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players responsible for the best rushing season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'NFL Playoffs rushing record' quiz

The 'NFL Comeback Players of the Year' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 26

Insider Links the 49ers to One of Their Former Defensive Stars on the Trade Market

The San Francisco 49ers finally lost a game on Sunday when they fell to the Atlanta Falcons, 29-20. While it wasn’t exactly a disaster, it was a reminder that they aren’t invincible and that they could use a reinforcement or two to solidify their Super Bowl hopes.

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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.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 26

49ers insider send warning to team about 1 of its biggest problems, and it’s not injuries

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan offered a frank critique after kicker Eddy Pineiro missed another extra point. He acknowledged that while this blunder did not affect the outcome of their recent victory, the ongoing issues with kicking must be resolved to preserve their undefeated status.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 26

49ers' Week 7 Loss Reveals 4 Rising Players

While the San Francisco 49ers lost in Week 7, they did see some performers step up and improve their stock. Who might come out of the bye week with more work or a greater appreciation for their role?

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Yardbarker / October 26

Coen insists Thomas will 'make plays' for Jags despite trade deadline rumors

Liam Coen insists Brian Thomas Jr. will 'make plays' for Jaguars despite trade deadline rumors

While speaking with reporters on Monday, Coen indicated that Thomas will get more than a look or two when 4-2 Jacksonville hosts the 2-5 Indianapolis Colts on Nov. 1.

The '1K-yard rookie receivers' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 26

49ers vs. Falcons PFF grades: Best and worst from the game, plus snap counts

The San Francisco 49ers fell to 6-1 after a 29-20 loss to the Atlanta Falcons in Week 7. Pro Football Focus released its grades and snap counts, offering a closer look at which 49ers players stood out and who still has work to do.

Christian McCaffrey News / Athlon Sports / October 26

Christian McCaffrey’s Mysterious Explanation About the Injury He Sustained on Sunday

The San Francisco 49ers are no longer undefeated this season. They lost 29-20 to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, and one reason was likely that they had to go to war with a seriously depleted roster.

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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 / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 26

Ranking the 49ers Top NFL Trade Deadline Targets From Realistic to Delusional

As the San Francisco 49ers head into the bye week, the team will update their needs on the trade market. Based on The Athletic’s top 50 names available at the trade deadline, which players are the most realistic for the 49ers?

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 26

Trent Williams Hints at Staying With the 49ers for Three More Years

Generally speaking, NFL players don’t last as long as their NBA or Major League Baseball brethren. Football is a violent, brutal sport, and these days, some choose to retire when they still have several years left in them because of the danger of brain trauma.

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The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'World Series Game 1 starters' quiz

The 'World Series managers' quiz

The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 26

What We Learned About the 49ers in their Loss to the Atlanta Falcons

We learned more about the 49ers from one loss this season than from all six wins combined. In the wins, we learned that the 49ers can beat any team in the NFL, even the defending Super Bowl Champion Seahawks in Seattle, if Mike Evans is healthy.

Kaelon Black News / TWSN / October 26

Kaelon Black Will Be Fantasy Football’s Most Valuable Bench Stash

During the San Francisco 49ers‘ Week 7 game against the Atlanta Falcons, Kaelon Black emerged as a player that fantasy managers should try to store on their bench as soon as possible if he is still available.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 26

49ers Have More Than Injuries to Blame for First Loss

The San Francisco 49ers have spent much of this season finding ways to win despite an extraordinary number of injuries. Entering Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons, their top five wide receivers were unavailable, leaving Kyle Shanahan with a severely depleted offense.

George Kittle News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 26

49ers’ George Kittle knows it’s no secret why San Francisco took first L against Falcons

George Kittle believes the San Francisco 49ers have nobody to blame but themselves after suffering their first loss of 2026. San Francisco fell 29-20 to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, with Brock Purdy also refusing to make excuses.

Brock Purdy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 26

49ers’ Brock Purdy makes zero injury excuses after turnover fest ruins undefeated season

Brock Purdy kept the big picture in focus while acknowledging errors he and the San Francisco 49ers made in their 29-20 loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday afternoon.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 25

How the 49ers' Week 7 loss was made worse by NFC West results

The San Francisco 49ers suffered their first loss of the season in Week 7, falling 29-20 to the Atlanta Falcons in an upset on Sunday. Results elsewhere in the NFC West only made it worse.

Fred Warner News / Viral Sports News / October 25

49ers Star Fred Warner Gets Brutally Honest After Falcons Loss

The San Francisco 49ers absorbed their first defeat of the 2026 season Sunday, falling 29-20 to the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium after committing four turnovers and allowing Michael Penix Jr.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / October 25

San Francisco 49ers suffer embarrassing defensive setback against Falcons as shocking statistic reveals biggest weakness of Super Bowl contender

The 49ers’ pass rush disappeared against Atlanta, producing a historically poor pressure rate that raises serious questions about San Francisco’s defense heading into its bye week.