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49ers' Brock Purdy closing in on impressive NFL passing record

Brock Purdy's critics may soon have to dig deeper into their bag of excuses to diminish what the San Francisco 49ers quarterback has accomplished throughout his career.

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What We Learned About 49ers Defense in Joint Practice with Titans

SANTA CLARA -- The San Francisco 49ers concluded an intense joint practice against the Tennessee Titans, where the 49ers defense set the tone. The first scrimmage period started with four fights in the first 10 minutes.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 12

49ers record prediction has team missing playoffs during 2026 season

The battle for the NFC West crown in 2026 should be a competitive one, but some believe that competition could ultimately lead to trouble for the San Francisco 49ers.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 12

Predicting Winners of 49ers Biggest Position Battles

Position battles are one of the most interesting things about training camp and the preseason. The San Francisco 49ershave an elite roster, but that doesn't mean some spots still aren't being fought for.

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The 'Most 400-yard NFL games' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to throw for 400 yards or more at least five times in their NFL career can you name in five minutes?

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 12

49ers rookie De'Zhaun Stribling proving himself to Brock Purdy

San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling has impressed throughout training camp, proving himself to be a reliable target for quarterback Brock Purdy.

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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.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 12

Updated 49ers 53-Man Roster Projection Ahead of First Preseason Game

The San Francisco 49ers are just one day away from kicking off their first preseason contest. The Tennessee Titans are in town this week for joint practices before facing off in Thursday's preseason opener.

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49ers Coach is Confident Injured Kaelon Black Won't Fall Far Behind

It's been over a week since 49ers rookie Kaelon Black strained his abductor. He's been out of practice because of it, which is brutal for him. He had a prime chance to establish himself as the primary backup to Christian McCaffrey, with Jordan James injured with fractured ribs.

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / August 12

Crucial 49ers training camp battle receives update from Kyle Shanahan

One of the most important San Francisco 49ers training camp battles is taking place along the offensive line. Every starting position except one appears to be settled, with left guard remaining the lone question mark.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / August 12

Watch: Emeka Egbuka makes an insane one-handed catch in practice

Emeka Egbuka just gave Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans another reason to get hyped for his 2026 NFL season. The former Ohio State Buckeyes star wide receiver

George Kittle News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 12

George Kittle’s Projected 49ers Week 1 Return Is Starting to Look Realistic

It's seven months to the very day that San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle suffered an Achilles injury against the Philadelphia Eagles. Injury-wise, this was by far the biggest of his career, and it marked a brutal end to the season, during which he missed six games due to a fully torn hamstring.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 12

49ers news: SF bans 2 players after wild joint practice with Titans

NFL joint practices are infamous for short tempers, but the San Francisco 49ers and Tennessee Titans took things to a whole new level on Tuesday. During their first joint practice in Santa Clara ahead of Thursday’s preseason matchup, it took virtually no time for the gloves to drop.

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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 McCaffrey News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 12

Why you should buy Christian McCaffrey in fantasy football after monster 2025 season

Christian McCaffrey is a superstar everyone suddenly thinks is declining. That makes him very intriguing in 2026. The San Francisco 49ers running back enters fantasy football draft season carrying all the usual warning signs attached to a veteran at his position: age, mileage and a long injury history.

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49ers Coach Kyle Shanahan 'Banned' 2 Players From Practice After Brawl

This Tuesday's joint practice between the San Francisco 49ers and Tennessee Titans didn't exactly go according to plan for either side. According to David Lombardi of The San Francisco Standard, there were four fights within the first 10 minutes of Tuesday's scrimmage.

De'Zhaun Stribling News / Athlon Sports / August 11

De'Zhaun Stribling Continues Turning Heads at 49ers Training Camp

The San Francisco 49ers took a lot of heat when they drafted wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling in the second round of the 2026 draft. The consensus on Stribling was that he should be a third-or-fourth-round pick.

San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 11

Kyle Shanahan offers candid injury update on Christian McCaffrey

San Francisco 49ers star running back Christian McCaffrey is already dealing with injury concerns, and it’s only August.

49ers give worrisome Nick Bosa injury update

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San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 11

3 49ers Players Who Could Jump Up Depth Chart Ahead of Week 1

The San Francisco 49ers are just days away from playing in their first preseason game. Ahead of that matchup, the 49ers have released their first depth chart.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 11

What the 49ers' Plan is for the Starters in the First Preseason Game

The first preseason game is right around the corner for the San Francisco 49ers. It's always an exciting buildup because it's the first time seeing what a team will look like.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 11

Field Yates gets real on how much De’Zhaun Stribling can impact 49ers as a rookie

The San Francisco 49ers may have found a rookie capable of contributing immediately in De’Zhaun Stribling. The second-round pick has strengthened his case for an early role throughout training camp.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 11

San Francisco 49ers dominate the area that matters most on the football field in wild joint practice with Tennessee Titans

The 49ers held their first joint practice of the offseason against the Titans and there are plenty of positive takeaways to discuss. The San Francisco 49ers and Tennessee Titans got together for a joint practice that had a little bit of everything: fights, ejections, and some dominant offensive work from San Francisco’s skill players.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 11

49ers training camp: Titans joint practice sparks fights; Defense, Brock Purdy shine

The San Francisco 49ers held their 11th full training camp practice on Tuesday as they continued preparations for the 2026 NFL season. The practice was a joint session with the Tennessee Titans, whom the 49ers will face in Thursday night's preseason opener.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 11

49ers’ Trent Williams reveals why Mike Evans will change everything for Christian McCaffrey in 2026

While San Francisco 49ers receiver Mike Evans is still sidelined, the team is hoping to find ways to reduce touches for Christian McCaffrey. And Trent Williams revealed why Evans will change everything for McCaffrey in 2026.

Nick Bosa News / Yardbarker / August 11