San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Bryson Eason News / 49ers Webzone / August 26

49ers vs. Raiders preseason finale: Players and position battles to watch

We can expect to see few starters in preseason game number three, but that does not mean there won't be consequential performances. Here are players to focus on this Thursday when the San Francisco 49ers face the Las Vegas Raiders.

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

49ers Already Entering the Season Two Touchdowns Behind

The Niners currently sit 0-0 with the opening matchup against the Rams in Melbourne coming up, but based on everything that’s gone down within the franchise over the past couple of months, it seems as if the Niners have already gotten off to an 0-2 start.

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

49ers expect several players back at practice next week

The list of injured San Francisco 49ers players has been lengthy. Not counting players on injured reserve or the physically unable to perform (PUP) list, the team was missing 21 players during Tuesday's practice, the final full session of training camp.

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The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks who led the NFL in passing yards since the AFL-NFL merger can you name in five minutes?

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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.

Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / August 26

49ers' Brock Purdy among betting favorites to lead NFL in interceptions

Covers (formerly OddsShark) released the betting favorites for a statistic no NFL quarterback wants to lead: interceptions in 2026. San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is among the favorites to throw the most.

Kyle Shanahan News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 26

Kyle Shanahan Explains 49ers’ Decision to Fly to Australia a Week Early

In a week, the San Francisco 49ers will be flying to Australia to kick off the 2026 season against the Los Angeles Rams. It’s a game the 49ers dreaded from the moment it was announced early in the offseason.

Jed York News / 49ers Webzone / August 26

Former 49ers player sounds off on Jed York's arrest

There are still many unanswered questions surrounding the arrest of San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York over the weekend. One of the biggest is the potential fallout from York's no-contest plea Monday morning to two misdemeanor charges: disorderly conduct and possessing criminal tools.

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

49ers own a top-10 NFL roster, says CBS Sports

CBS Sports' Jordan Dajani and Tyler Sullivan examined the NFL landscape and ranked the league's top rosters—on paper—heading into the 2026 season. Where did the San Francisco 49ers land?

San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / August 26

San Francisco 49ers Terminate Contract of 6-foot-5 Weapon

The San Francisco 49ers have terminated the contract of tight end Tanner McLachlan, the Canadian pass-catcher who briefly joined the team this summer. The move came after McLachlan was waived from injured reserve with an injury settlement, ending his short stint with the franchise.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Joe Montana Says One Thing About Brock Purdy Really Impresses Him

Joe Montana’s accomplishments are the stuff of legend, and as much as anyone, he helped make the San Francisco 49ers one of the NFL’s truly iconic franchises during the 1980s.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Christian Kirk News / Viral Sports News / August 26

49ers Surprisingly Linked to Cutting Key Free Agency Signing

The San Francisco 49ers brought in wide receiver Christian Kirk during free agency this spring, hoping he would help rebuild their receiving group. Now, just months later, an NFL analyst suggests the team might release him before the regular season even starts.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 26

Nick Bosa's injury situation is still a concern for the 49ers

The 49ers hope to have Bosa back for Week 1, but regardless of his status for that game the 49ers have to be concerned about his situation.

NFL’s response to Jed York could expose its personal conduct double standard

Three backup quarterbacks who could start for new teams in 2027

49ers injury report: Kyle Shanahan provides updates on Mike Evans, Nick Bosa, several others

49ers training camp: Osa Odighizuwa shines in practice, George Kittle ramping up

The 'NFL sack leaders by season' quiz

NFL News / Lindy's Sports / August 26

49ers Signing Viliami Fehoko Jr. Teases Raheem Morris Defensive Plan

Things are different in San Francisco after Monday, Aug 24. That’s because the 49ers made a significant change, adding a fresh face to their defensive front in lineman Viliami Fehoko Jr.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Kyle Shanahan Says Christian Kirk Could Open the Season on Injured Reserve

The San Francisco 49ers’ wide receiver room looks a lot different than it did when they narrowly lost in Super Bowl LVIII to the Kansas City Chiefs. While Brandon Aiyuk, who was their leading receiver that year with 1,342 yards, is still on their roster, it is virtually a lock that he will never play another snap for them.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Will Kyle Shanahan Play His Starters in 49ers' Final Preseason Game?

Oftentimes, NFL teams treat their final preseason game of the year as a dress rehearsal for Week 1 of the regular season. Of course, that doesn’t mean they play their starters throughout that preseason contest, but they will often leave such players on the field for multiple offensive series.

Christian McCaffrey News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Christian McCaffrey Launches Signature Shoe With While On Earth

Since coming to the San Francisco 49ers in a midseason trade back in 2022, Christian McCaffrey has established himself as arguably the best running back in the NFL.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 26

A New Injury Has Come Up for Another 49ers Star

Injuries have been the one big bugaboo for the San Francisco 49ers, not only over the last couple of years, but for much of the Kyle Shanahan era. Various

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

49ers’ 53-man roster prediction for 2026 NFL season

The San Francisco 49ers are one of the most consistent teams in the NFL. They have registered double-digit victories in four of the last five years, but that’s simply not good enough when at team competes in the NFC West.

Jed York News / EssentiallySports / August 26

'Didn’t Know I Was on Camera': ESPN’s Mina Kimes Reacts After Being Caught on Live TV After Jed York’s Arrest

The San Francisco 49ers got hit with a problem that came totally out of their syllabus. Jed York, the principal owner and chief executive officer of the 49ers, was arrested Sunday morning in East Palestine, Ohio.

Mike Evans News / TWSN / August 26

The San Francisco 49ers Already Have a Mike Evans Problem

The big free agency move for the San Francisco 49ers was signing Mike Evans. The hope was that by adding him he would end up helping stabilize the wide receiver room and give Brock Purdy the dependable WR1 he had been missing that could also provide a physical presence.

Nick Bosa News / Yardbarker / August 25

49ers' Kyle Shanahan gives update on Nick Bosa ahead of Week 1

Bosa has not practiced since the beginning of August due to pain in his surgically repaired right knee, and that has raised plenty of questions about whether or not he will be ready for Week 1.

Christian McCaffrey addresses media 'firestorm' after missing multiple practices

The 'NFL sack leaders by season' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 25

Three backup quarterbacks who could start for new teams in 2027

Some NFL backups are waiting for an injury to create an opportunity. These three quarterbacks could use the 2026 season to convince a different team to hand them a starting job next year.

Cowboys haven't determined winner of QB2 battle, but answer looks clear

Mike McCarthy disputes Steelers' QB decision after preseason disaster

Insider insists Raiders 'want' to make this starting QB decision

Former player shares J.J. McCarthy take amid Carson Wentz whispers

Saints' Tyler Shough reveals goal ahead of second NFL season

Titans' Cam Ward addresses latest lackluster preseason performance