San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 10

San Francisco 49ers 53-man roster prediction after preseason debut

Now that the San Francisco 49ers' first preseason game is in the books, the roster outlook is starting to get a bit clearer. What would a potential 53-man roster look like after the preseason loss to the Denver Broncos?

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / August 10

49ers practice and media schedule ahead of preseason matchup vs. Raiders

The San Francisco 49ers will hold three full practices this week as they prepare for their preseason matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. One of the sessions will be a joint practice with the Raiders in Henderson, Nevada.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 10

Who are the 49ers roster locks after first preseason game?

Before the San Francisco 49ers opened up the preseason, we identified the locks on the roster and got to 43. With some injuries and performances that will move players on and off, what does the roster outlook appear to be now?

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 10

49ers Roster Battle: Which Receivers Will Make the Cut?

The 49ers will need a strong and dependable wide receiving corps heading into the season if they hope to contend for a Super Bowl berth. With the departure of Deebo Samuel, who was traded to the Washington Commanders this past offseason, the team loses one of its most versatile and explosive playmakers.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 10

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 10

Former 49ers Running Back Returns After Three Years with the Dolphins

The 49ers just signed one of their former running backs. No, not Roger Craig or Ricky Watters or Garrison Hearst or Frank Gore or Carlos Hyde or Jerick McKinnon or Tevin Coleman, although technically they're all available.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 10

2 49ers first-stringers in danger of losing starting jobs ahead of 2025 season

The San Francisco 49ers gained a new gauge of what their 2025 roster looks like Saturday. Even after taking the 30-9 loss to the Denver Broncos in their NFL Preseason opener.

Jeff Wilson Jr. News / Pro Football Rumors / August 10

49ers to bring back familiar face amid RB injuries

Jeff Wilson‘s recent workout for the 49ers did not result in a deal. With his original team dealing with a number of injuries in the backfield, though, a signing will now take place.

Will the 49ers be healthy enough for joint practice with the Raiders?

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Jeff Wilson Jr. News / Field Level Media / August 10

49ers signing RB Jeff Wilson Jr. to bolster backfield

The San Francisco 49ers are reportedly bringing back a familiar face to an injury-depleted backfield. Jeff Wilson Jr., who spent the first four-plus years of his NFL career in San Francisco before spending the past three seasons in Miami, will re-sign with the 49ers after working out for the team on July 30.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 10

49ers reunite with old flame amid RB injuries

The San Francisco 49ers cannot last more than a few months without losing their entire running back room to injury, even in the preseason. With multiple key players back on the shelf, the 49ers added former starter Jeff Wilson Jr.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 10

49ers' Injury Crisis Deepens Ahead of Raiders Joint Practices

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan provided a fresh injury update following the team’s 30–9 preseason loss to the Denver Broncos. The franchise will be hoping some familiar faces return ahead of the second preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders next Saturday.

Jeff Wilson Jr. News / 49ers Webzone / August 10

49ers reunite with Jeff Wilson Jr. amid running back injuries

The San Francisco 49ers are bringing back a familiar face to address their banged-up backfield. According to his agents, and first reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter, the 49ers are signing veteran running back Jeff Wilson Jr., who worked out for the team on July 30.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 10

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

The San Francisco 49ers opened the preseason with a 30-9 loss against the Denver Broncos. Today, Pro Football Focus released its grades and snap counts from the game.

Ben Bartch News / Pro Football Rumors / August 10

Favorite emerges for 49ers' starting LG job

It appears the 49ers’ left guard position is settled.

George Kittle hits back at 'crazy' narrative about 49ers

49ers' Brock Purdy excited about Jordan Watkins' potential

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / August 10

49ers Rookies Stand Out in Ugly Preseason Loss vs. Broncos

The San Francisco 49ers enter training camp with a bus full of hungry rookies looking to take advantage of their preseason opportunities. With 11 draft

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 10

49ers vs. Broncos Takeaways: Which Rookies Made the Biggest Impact?

The 49ers gave up 30 unanswered points in a 30-9 loss to Denver in the preseason opener. The lack of backup talent was exposed in the defeat as this team might be just 40-deep, if that.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 10

49ers drop preseason opener: Rapid reactions

The good news? Very few of the San Francisco 49ers' starters played in the first preseason game. The bad news? Those who played didn't fare so well. After taking a 9-0 lead, the 49ers were outscored 30-0 and lost to the Denver Broncos 30-9.

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / August 10

Which rookies stood out in 49ers preseason opener? Kyle Shanahan provides answers

As is the case every year, Saturday's preseason opener against the Denver Broncos proved to be an opportune time for a number of 49ers rookies to gain experience and receive a heavy amount of playing time.

Mac Jones News / 49ers Webzone / August 10

Mac Jones' 49ers debut: Praise, learning curves, and mixed reviews

Quarterback Mac Jones made his San Francisco 49ers debut on Saturday night, playing three drives to open the preseason matchup against the Denver Broncos.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 9

Broncos' starters underwhelm in first preseason showing

Broncos' starters don't live up to Super Bowl hype in first preseason showing

For all of the talk about the Denver Broncos potentially having a Super Bowl-worthy roster, the starters didn't live up to the high expectations and early hype on Saturday night.

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Christian McCaffrey News / Gridiron Heroics / August 8

‘Always an Ominous One for Running Backs’: Fantasy Football Expert Suggests Avoiding 49ers’ Christian McCaffrey

Christian McCaffrey enters the 2025 season as a polarizing figure in fantasy football discussions. Despite his undeniable talent, experts and analysts are urging caution for fantasy managers considering the San Francisco 49ers running back early in drafts.