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Why 49ers Linebacker Nick Martin Could Have a Big Rookie Season

When analysts assess the 49ers' draft, they usually praise their first two picks, Mykel Williams and Alfred Collins, then they label third-round pick Nick Martin a reach.

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Brock Purdy’s Wife Shares Couple’s Activity Amid George Kittle’s Contract Extension

Star tight end George Kittle has already secured the bag he was looking for this offseason with the San Francisco 49ers, who signed him to a four-year,

John Lynch News / Athlon Sports / April 30

49ers' John Lynch Asked About Shedeur Sanders Post-Draft - Here's What He Said

The 2025 NFL draft is over and the San Francisco 49ers feel very good about the work they put in. John Lynch was able to land major defensive talent throughout the draft.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / April 30

Could 49ers, Brock Purdy contract talks extend into the summer?

Are the 49ers and Brock Purdy far apart in contract negotiations?

NFC draft grades: What teams earned an 'A' besides Giants?

49ers to sign 10-year veteran OL

Mr. Irrelevants from the past 30 years of the NFL Draft

The 'Every 'Madden' cover athlete' quiz

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The 'No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft' quiz

How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in six minutes?

The 'QB's taken in the 2024 NFL Draft' quiz

The 'Last QB taken in the first round of the NFL draft by team' quiz

The 'Most touchdown passes in an NFL season' quiz

George Kittle News / Gridiron Heroics / April 30

San Francisco 49ers GM’s Words for George Kittle After Huge Extension are as Real as it Gets

One of the biggest questions of the offseason for the San Francisco 49ers got addressed with finality, with the NFC West division franchise giving superstar tight end George Kittle a shiny new contract extension.

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Post draft, which NFL teams have the best current QB situations?

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

Insider shares big Brock Purdy update ahead of start of offseason program

Did latest development change Steelers' opinion of Aaron Rodgers?

Former GM, NFL insider warn Steelers about Rodgers after latest comments

Browns' Joe Flacco discusses when teams should play young quarterbacks

Three potential landing spots for Eagles TE Dallas Goedert

Brock Purdy News / Gridiron Heroics / April 30

'That’s Kind Of Like The Going Rate': Brock Purdy’s 49ers Contract Extension Gets Real Talk From Patrick Peterson

Brock Purdy’s contract extension deal with the San Francisco 49ers has still not been concluded, despite the 2025 NFL draft getting over and tight-end George Kittle getting his bag from the team.

NFL Draft News

One offseason addition for each NFL team that should make fans excited

Insider names frontrunner in Browns' QB competition after drafting Shedeur Sanders

Insider reveals Broncos' RB target in first round of NFL Draft

Shilo Sanders fired dad Deion as his agent after going undrafted

George Kittle News / Gridiron Heroics / April 30

San Francisco 49ers: George Kittle’s Wife Shares Big Reaction to TE’s New Contract

The San Francisco 49ers answered one of the biggest questions for them in the offseason when they finally inked star tight end George Kittle to a new contract.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 30

PFF Ranks 49ers Run Defense Among NFL's Most Improved Units

The 49ers were widely criticized for not addressing their offensive line before Round 7 in the NFL Draft this year. Instead, the 49ers chose to focus on their run defense.

George Kittle News / 49ers Webzone / April 29

Details emerge on George Kittle's contract extension with 49ers

Tight end George Kittle signed a four-year, $76.4 million contract extension with the San Francisco 49ers on Tuesday. Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio shared the specifics of the deal, which once again makes Kittle the highest-paid tight end in the NFL.

John Lynch News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 29

49ers GM John Lynch Says His Heart Goes Out to Shedeur Sanders

The 2025 NFL Draft was a bizarre spectacle. For five rounds, the story wasn't about the players who were drafted. It was about who wasn't drafted -- quarterback Shedeur Sanders.

Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / April 29

Pelissero on Brock Purdy-49ers contract talks: 'They're not close'

After securing George Kittle with a contract extension that made him the highest-paid tight end in the NFL, the San Francisco 49ers have shifted their attention to locking up quarterback Brock Purdy.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / April 29

49ers Use ‘Deebo’ Pick on Projected McCaffrey Replacement

San Francisco 49ers fifth-round selection Jordan James knows a thing or two about speed. James assumed the starting running back role from the departed

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / April 29

Patrick Peterson: 49ers QB Brock Purdy doesn't deserve $50M annually

Recently retired NFL cornerback Patrick Peterson closed the book on an impressive 13-year career. He didn't play during the 2024 season, last suiting up for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2023 after spending the previous two seasons with the Minnesota Vikings.

George Kittle News / Sportscasting / April 29

Top 10 Highest-Paid NFL Tight Ends: George Kittle Contract Becomes New No. 1

George Kittle is now the highest-paid NFL tight end after signing a massive contract extension with the San Francisco 49ers. Kittle will remain in the Bay Area for the foreseeable future.

D.J. Humphries News / 49ers Webzone / April 29

49ers signing veteran OT D.J. Humphries

The San Francisco 49ers went through all 11 of their 2025 NFL Draft picks without selecting an offensive tackle. They also passed on signing any undrafted free agents at the position.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 29

Is George Kittle a first-ballot Hall of Famer? Rich Eisen shares his take on 49ers star

Back in February, 49ers general manager John Lynch voiced his hope that George Kittle would retire as a lifelong member of the San Francisco 49ers. That

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Newest 49ers Mykel Reveals Goal As Something More Than Contract

Newly-drafted San Francisco 49ers edge rusher Mykel Williams has a high motor and tremendous ability to stuff the run and sack the quarterback. That is evident just by watching his tape. However, the intangibles, or things that are not visible on tape, are what makes Williams special.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / April 29