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On YouTubeSan Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 13
Kyle Shanahan says 49ers QB Mac Jones 'can execute the offense at a high level'
QB Brock Purdy is dealing with a toe injury. So the San Francisco 49ers will turn to backup QB Mac Jones to lead the offense on Sunday when the 49ers face the New Orleans Saints.
San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / September 13
3 keys to a 49ers victory over the Saints: No Brock, no problem 
The San Francisco 49ers are taking on the New Orleans Saints on the road this weekend, with kickoff slated for 10:00 a.m. on Sunday. San Francisco began
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 13
One 49ers Player Who Needs to Improve Against the Saints
Brock Purdy will not be on hand for the San Francisco 49ers when they take on the New Orleans Saints. Neither will George Kittle after he was placed on Injured Reserve.
The 'Last 4,000-yard passer by NFL team' quiz
How many of the players to throw for 4,000 yards in a single season most recently for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 13
Unnamed front-office executive jabs 49ers, calls Packers 'the anti-San Francisco' in how to build a young team
A lot has been made of the San Francisco 49ers' aging roster. In what was a strange offseason for the team, GM John Lynch and Head Coach Kyle Shanahan carried out the wishes of principal owner and CEO, Jed York, who wanted to cut costs.
The 25 most memorable Monday Night Football moments
Another NFL season means more potentially memorable moments from Monday Night Football. Here are 25 of the most notable to date.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 13
Commanders have reason to regret Brian Robinson Jr. trade after losing All-Pro
With this latest development, Washington might regret trading Robinson so early before the trade deadline.
San Francisco 49ers News / The Forkball / September 13
49ers to Start Mac Jones as Purdy Faces Injury Setback
The San Francisco 49ers won’t place Brock Purdy on injured reserve despite his turf toe–like injury and a left shoulder setback. The decision reflects optimism that their starting quarterback could return by Week 5 against the Rams, if not sooner.
Mykel Williams News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 13
Why this advanced stat about Mykel Williams is misleading 49ers fans
Advanced stats can be tricky. On one hand, they provide a layer of context that goes beyond the basic box score and gives fans insight that shows them just how valuable players are.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / September 13
49ers vs. Saints: 3 Keys to Victory for a Week 2 Win
The 1-0 San Francisco 49ers head to the Big Easy to take on the 0-1 New Orleans Saints in their Week 2 matchup. Quarterback Mac Jones will get the start with Brock Purdy recovering from a shoulder and toe injury.
Dee Winters News / Niners Nation / September 13
Could Dee Winters save the 2023 draft from being worse than 2022?
Jake Moody is gone. Can Dee Winters save the 2023 draft from being worse than 2022? Back in May, when Drake Jackson was released from the San Francisco 49ers, it highlighted another disappointment from the 2022 draft: a source of the 49ers’ current depth problems.
25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about
As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 13
49ers Offensive Player Calls Week 1 Performance ‘Rusty’
Despite a 17-13 Week 1 win over the Seattle Seahawks, the San Francisco 49ers' offensive line continues to look worse for wear. This lingering issue could once again play a key role in determining their final record.
Mac Jones News / Pro Football Talk / September 13
Mac Jones: I feel prepared for first 49ers start
When the 49ers made a trade to acquire the third overall pick in the 2021 draft, everyone expected them to take a quarterback but there was a lot of chatter about which one they would select.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 12
The 49ers' offensive line ranking will surprise fans
The San Francisco 49ers' offensive line was never going to be elite. As long as it does not sit in the bottom ten or so in the league, the team is built for the rest of the roster to succeed.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 12
Why the 49ers didn't add a QB ahead of Week 2
The San Francisco 49ers find themselves in a challenging spot entering Week 2. Starting quarterback Brock Purdy has been ruled out with shoulder and toe injuries, leaving Mac Jones to make his first start with the team against the New Orleans Saints.
Trent Williams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 12
49ers’ Trent Williams limited in practice before upcoming Saints game
The San Francisco 49ers head into their Week 2 matchup against the New Orleans Saints facing some significant injury concerns, most notably with All-Pro left tackle Trent Williams and wide receiver Jauan Jennings.
Mac Jones News / 49ers Webzone / September 12
Mac Jones opens up about his first 49ers start: 'I've been working for this'
Four years after speculation that the San Francisco 49ers might draft him, quarterback Mac Jones is finally preparing to start a game for the Bay Area franchise.
San Francisco 49ers News / Field Level Media / September 12
49ers QB Brock Purdy out; Mac Jones to start vs. Saints
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy did not practice this week while nursing left shoulder and toe ailments, and on Friday he was ruled out of Sunday's game at the New Orleans Saints.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 12
Why the 49ers have no excuses against the Saints
The San Francisco 49ers are going to go on the road to take on the New Orleans Saints without Brock Purdy, Brandon Aiyuk, and George Kittle on offense.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 12
49ers Officially Rule Out Brock Purdy, Starting Mac Jones
The San Francisco 49ers officially ruled out QB Brock Purdy as expected for Week 2 due to a toe injury. This, of course, means that Mac Jones will make
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / September 12
Bears to sign ex-49ers kicker
Jake Moody has quickly managed to find a new home in the NFL. The ex-49ers kicker is signing with the Bears, NFL insider Jordan Schultz reports. To no surprise, Schultz adds this will be a practice squad agreement.
George Kittle News / Gridiron Heroics / September 12
‘49ers Take an Even Bigger Hit’: NFL Expert Sounds Alarm on George Kittle Injury
The San Francisco 49ers are facing significant challenges following the announcement that star tight end George Kittle has been placed on injured reserve.
Christian McCaffrey News / Athlon Sports / September 11
49ers Announce Christian McCaffrey News After Missing Practice on Wednesday
The San Francisco 49ers have found themselves in a tough position yet again after just one game played in the new season. George Kittle has been placed on injured reserve with a hamstring issue, which was followed by Brock Purdy being diagnosed with a turf toe injury that will cost the star quarterback multiple weeks on the sidelines.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 11
49ers HC makes strong statement on backup QB amid Brock Purdy worry
In the same week that San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan had to release punter Jake Moody, the 49ers are set to give another opportunity to a once optimistic first-round pick at quarterback.
Adrian Martinez News / Pro Football Rumors / September 11
Adrian Martinez To Serve As 49ers’ Backup In Week 2; 49ers Exploring QB Options
As the 49ers prepare for at least one game – but quite possibly more – without Brock Purdy available, their quarterback setup will be worth watching closely. Mac Jones is set to handle starting duties, and an internal option will be relied on to back him up.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 11
49ers get scary timeline regarding Brock Purdy injury update
It's yet another brutal blow for a 49ers team that dealt with a noteworthy injury crisis last season.
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