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San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / August 19
NFL analyst urges San Francisco 49ers to make trade for two-time Pro Bowler that would take the defense to a new level
Should the 49ers make a trade for Vita Vea? One NFL analyst really believes they need to make it happen. Former NFL offensive lineman and current NFL Network analyst Brian Baldinger recently made a strong statement about whether the San Francisco 49ers should trade for defensive tackle Vita Vea. “Yes, absolutely.
Christian Kirk News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 19
49ers Have Easy Decision to Make on Christian Kirk for Roster Cuts
Time is running out for a handful of players on the San Francisco 49ers to cement a spot on the final 53-man roster. It’s been almost a month since training camp began, and the second preseason game is looming.
Mac Jones News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 19
49ers rumors: SF insider ramps up Mac Jones trade buzz after eye-opening debut
Mac Jones’ future with the San Francisco 49ers could become a storyline to watch as the 2026 season approaches, particularly after Kurtis Rourke made a strong first impression in the team’s preseason opener.
The 'NFL Playoffs rushing record' quiz
How many of the 39 NFL players to rush for at least 300 yards in a single NFL playoffs can you name in five minutes?
Junior Bergen News / 49ers Webzone / August 19
Former 49ers draft pick signs with Jets
The San Francisco 49ers selected Junior Bergen in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft, but the wide receiver couldn't make enough of an impression on offense or special teams to earn a role on the roster.
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 / Athlon Sports / August 19
49ers' Kyle Shanahan Offers Disappointing Update on Key Player
The San Francisco 49ers have dealt with plenty of injuries over the last year. Fred Warner, Nick Bosa, Brock Purdy, and George Kittle are just some of the key players who have had to miss time.
Bryson Eason News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 19
3 Major Questions Facing the 49ers Defensive Line as the Season Nears
The San Francisco 49ers defensive line is always a unit to watch, but in their second preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers, it should be under the magnifying glass even more.
San Francisco 49ers 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.
Sam Okuayinonu News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 19
49ers Veteran Suddenly Trending Toward Starting Role
Sam Okuayinonu is entering his third year with the San Francisco 49ers, and this could end up being his most important season yet. Okuayinonu will hit free agency this year, and he has the chance to see the most snaps of his career.
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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 19
49ers’ Kyle Shanahan takes a hilarious shot at Robert Saleh after practice fights
Joint practices in the NFL are notoriously feisty. When you line up against a different colored jersey in the sweltering heat of training camp, tempers naturally flare.
Brock Purdy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 19
49ers’ Brock Purdy hits SF with truth bomb after joint Chargers practice
The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Chargers locked horns for a joint practice on Tuesday, but starting quarterback Brock Purdy wasn’t exactly thrilled with how his unit performed.
San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 19
49ers Land Perfect Running Mate for Nick Bosa in 2027 Mock Draft
The 2026 NFL season hasn’t even started yet, but it’s never too early for a mock draft. The San Francisco 49ers aren’t a team that has very many needs on paper.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 18
49ers’ 2025 first-round pick nearing return from brutal injury, but there’s a catch
The San Francisco 49ers will face the Los Angeles Chargers in the preseason at SoFi Stadium on Thursday, hoping to bounce back after losing to the Tennessee Titans last week.
San Francisco 49ers News / TWSN / August 18
The San Francisco 49ers Player With the Best Value in 2026 Fantasy Football
Well, the San Francisco 49ers‘ 2026 offensive outlook was once looking promising, but their recent stretch of injuries to numerous players makes their potential a bit more uncertain to predict for the 2026 NFL season.
San Francisco 49ers News / TWSN / August 18
Three 49ers Players Running Out of Time to Save Their Roster Spots
The 49ers have star power, but a combination of aging veterans and inuries can derail a playoff-bound locomotive in a second. Hence why maintaining key
San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 18
Shanahan: 49ers DE Mykel Williams Considered A 'Long Shot' For Week 1
49ers’ second-year DE Mykel Williams finished last season in Week 9 after suffering a torn ACL. When speaking to reporters on Tuesday, HC Kyle Shanahan
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 18
49ers training camp: Chargers joint practice sparks defensive concerns
The San Francisco 49ers held their 14th full training camp practice on Tuesday as they continued preparations for the 2026 NFL season. The practice was a joint session with the Los Angeles Chargers, whom the 49ers will face in Thursday night's preseason matchup.
San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 18
Kyle Shanahan responds to Christian McCaffrey contract speculation
San Francisco 49ers star running back Christian McCaffrey missed yet another practice due to “tightness.” McCaffrey’s absence led to speculation that the star RB is “holding in” with hopes of getting a new deal.
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.
Kurtis Rourke News / 49ers Webzone / August 18
Kurtis Rourke Just Made the 49ers' Roster Math a Lot More Interesting
For 26 snaps on Thursday night, Kurtis Rourke looked like exactly what the 49ers hoped they were getting when they used a seventh-round pick on him in 2025.
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.
Aaron Donald News / Yardbarker / August 18
NFL insider sounds Aaron Donald alarm for Rams regarding Week 1 game vs. 49ers
Donald still hadn't ended his retirement and re-signed with the Rams as of Monday night.
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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