San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

49ers roster moves: O-lineman, receiver added; Corey Kiner, Demone Harris cut

The San Francisco 49ers have made several roster moves, signing offensive lineman Michael Dunn and wide receiver Malik Knowles to one-year deals. To create space, the team released defensive lineman Demone Harris and waived/injured running back Corey Kiner.

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3 trade targets the 49ers should inquire about at wide receiver

Reports of the San Francisco 49ers working the phones for a wide receiver make plenty of sense. The odds that Jordan Watkins is ready for the beginning of the season after suffering a high-ankle sprain are slim.

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / August 20

Kyle Shanahan details how 49ers' injuries will complicate roster cutdown

NFL teams must trim rosters down to 53 players by August 26, leaving hundreds of players across the league searching for new opportunities. For the San Francisco 49ers, this year's cutdown process is proving especially difficult due to an unusually high number of injuries impacting the team.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 20

This might be the real reason the 49ers want to trade for a receiver

The 49ers have injury issues all over their roster. Four of their running backs are injured. Five of their defensive linemen are hurt. And their backup quarterback is out with a knee sprain for at least a week.

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The 'NFL QBs with the most games started' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to start at least 150 NFL games in the Super Bowl Era (since 1966) can you name in six minutes?

The 'NFL 500+ passing-yard games' quiz

The 'NFL rookie passing leaders' quiz

The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 20

49ers land Trent Williams successor in ESPN's 2026 mock draft

The San Francisco 49ers entered the offseason with a glaring need at offensive tackle but surprisingly bypassed the position in the 2025 NFL Draft. That decision leaves the future uncertain up front, with 37-year-old Trent Williams nearing the end of his Hall of Fame career and right tackle Colton McKivitz set to hit free agency after the season.

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Ranking all 32 NFL head coaches for the 2025 season

The impact of NFL head coaches is arguably greater than any other major US sport. Heading into the 2025 season, these are the best head coaches ranked from first to worst.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / August 20

Report: 49ers still making calls on wide receivers

The 49ers have already fallen short in one attempted trade for a wide receiver this month as they deal with injuries at the position. San Francisco was outbid by the Philadelphia Eagles in the pursuit of John Metchie III.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / August 20

Former NFL OL picks a different coach — not Kyle Shanahan — to build a team from scratch

When Brian Baldinger started his Baldy Breakdowns a few years back, they were a source of entertainment. The former NFL offensive lineman continues to break down plays on social media in a way I wish could be a TV show.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 20

Report: 49ers actively seeking wide receiver trade

The San Francisco 49ers are reportedly among the teams looking to bolster their wide receiver corps heading into the 2025 season. According to The Athletic's Dianna Russini, the 49ers have been making calls to other teams to gauge potential trade opportunities.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 20

Kyle Shanahan reflects on Trey Lance's failed 49ers tenure

Before Los Angeles Chargers backup quarterback Trey Lance became one of the standout players of the ongoing preseason, he failed to cement himself as a long-term option for the San Francisco 49ers

49ers to reunite with former QB after recent injury

Projecting top five fantasy RBs for 2025: Can Falcons' back claim No. 1 spot?

NFL preseason Week 2 standout performers: Eagles find another defensive gem

Projecting the most explosive NFL offenses in 2025, from first to worst

The 'No. 3 overall NFL draft picks since 2000' quiz

Dana White’s Contender Series episode 2 results as Josh Hokit and four others earned UFC contracts

The ninth season of Dana White’s Contender Series continues, with the UFC boss handing out a contract to every winner on last night’s show. After only Ty Miller and Baysangur Susurkaev impressed enough to earn deals with the promotion on the first episode, the pressure was on for the MMA hopefuls to impress Dana White.

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Grading the offseason for all 32 NFL teams

With another wild NFL offseason in the books, teams are ready to open the 2025 regular season. We won't know the true results of the offseason moves until the season plays out, but here's a look at how each team addressed its needs.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 20

Former 49ers Player Slams the NFL After UFC Switch

Most guys who walk into Dana White’s Contender Series are hungry fighters grinding their way up the MMA ladder, hoping for that life-changing UFC contract.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 19

San Francisco 49ers rookie stock Watch: Preseason check-in

The San Francisco 49ers are almost through the preseason and are shifting their gears towards the regular season. With one week to go until roster cutdowns, how has the 49ers rookie class looked so far?

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The '2024 NFL rushing TD leaders' quiz

The 'Second-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz

The 'Season rushing TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / August 19

Shanahan shares honest thoughts on Trey Lance ahead of 49ers-Chargers

Trey Lance's time with the San Francisco 49ers may go down as one of the most scrutinized decisions of the Kyle Shanahan era. The 49ers parted with significant draft capital to move up to the No.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / August 20

49ers training camp: Guerendo, Green step up in first practice back

The San Francisco 49ers held their 16th training camp practice on Tuesday, as they gear up for their preseason finale against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Mac Jones News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 19

49ers’ Mac Jones gets optimistic timeline after suffering knee sprain.

The San Francisco 49ers have been hit with a string of injuries that could complicate their upcoming season, and now face another setback after quarterback Mac Jones suffered a knee sprain during Saturday’s preseason win over the Las Vegas Raiders.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 19

The Good and Not So Good from 49ers Camp: Mac Jones Out at Least a Week

SANTA CLARA -- Here's who stood out on Day 16 of 49ers training camp. Keep in mind, Mac Jones sprained his knee in the 49ers' preseason win over the Raiders on Saturday and will miss at least the next week.

Nate Sudfeld News / Pro Football Rumors / August 19

49ers to reunite with former QB after recent injury

With Mac Jones nursing a knee injury, the San Francisco 49ers are adding a familiar face to their roster.

NFL Preseason Week 2 standout performers: Eagles find another defensive gem

Three potential trade destinations for Commanders' Brian Robinson Jr.

Projecting top five fantasy RBs for 2025: Can Falcons' back claim No. 1 spot?

Projecting the most explosive NFL offenses in 2025, from first to worst

The 'NFL rookie Pro Bowlers' quiz

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 19

49ers make flurry of moves before preseason finale vs. Chargers

The San Francisco 49ers are set to take on the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday, August 23, for their final preseason game. However, San Francisco is experiencing some injury woes, and the club made some roster moves ahead of Saturday’s contest.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 19

49ers injury news: Dominick Puni, Mac Jones suffered knee sprains, other updates

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan provided several important injury updates following Tuesday's practice, the team's first on-field work of the week as it prepares for its preseason finale against the Los Angeles Chargers.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / August 19

49ers are forced to adjust quarterback plans after unexpected situation shakes up the current room

The San Francisco 49ers are dealing with plenty of injuries around their offensive unit. Head coach Kyle Shanahan will have his work cut out for him when Week 1 rolls around, but for now, the team is making another move at the quarterback position.

Jauan Jennings News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 19

Here's what nobody's saying about 49ers WR Jauan Jennings' absence

Technically, Jauan Jennings has a calf injury. That's the official reason the 49ers give for Jennings' prolonged absence. He hasn't practiced since Day 4 of training camp -- the day before the 49ers put on pads for the first time this offseason.

Jake Moody News / Yardbarker / August 17