San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

49ers to bring in Nicholas Petit-Frere, Andre Dillard

The Titans’ preferred 2023 tackle starters, Andre Dillard and Nicholas Petit-Frere are making an interesting joint move. The one-time Tennessee first-string tackle duo is heading to San Francisco.

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How many of the players with at least 2,500 receiving yards in the NFL since the 2022-23 season can you name in five minutes?

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Drake Jackson News / 49ers Webzone / May 9

49ers waive former top draft pick Drake Jackson

Drake Jackson recently vowed to silence his critics in 2025. If that happens, it won't be in a San Francisco 49ers uniform. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the team is waiving the former second-round pick—their top selection in the 2022 NFL Draft.

Drake Jackson News / Pro Football Rumors / May 9

49ers to waive DE Drake Jackson

A knee injury has sidetracked Drake Jackson‘s career, and the former second-round pick will no longer move forward as a 49er. The team is waiving the young defensive end, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports.

Jake Moody News / NFL Analysis Network / May 9

Under-fire San Francisco 49ers kicker Jake Moody gets support from new coach, 'as talented as it gets'

San Francisco 49ers kicker Jake Moody hasn’t had an easy start to his time in the NFL, but he received a timely boost from his new position coach on Thursday.

Christian McCaffrey News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 9

The 49ers Want to Give Christian McCaffrey the Ball as Much they Can

Since the moment the 49ers traded for Christian McCaffrey, they've overused him. He's a smaller running back who has an extensive injury history. And yet, the 49ers feed him the ball like he's Jim Brown.

Brandon Aiyuk News / Athlon Sports / May 9

49ers Would Love to Trade Brandon Aiyuk to Steelers?

It wouldn't be a San Francisco 49ers offseason without mentions of a trade rumor involving receiver Brandon Aiyuk. The latest comes in rather opportune timing for multiple teams as the 49ers have had an unproductive free agency and could be interested in dumping Aiyuk's new average salary of $30 million.

NFL News / Gridiron Heroics / May 9

Why San Francisco 49ers Rookie is a ‘Perfect’ Fit

The San Francisco 49ers took a bit of a wrecking ball to the roster over the offseason, with several key contributors departing via trades or free agency as the organization gears up to sign quarterback Brock Purdy to a top-dollar extension.

Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / May 9

Mark Schlereth makes bold 2025 prediction for 49ers' Brock Purdy

Former NFL offensive lineman turned FOX Sports analyst Mark Schlereth is high on San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy as he enters his fourth NFL season.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / May 9

PFF suggests 49ers add former Broncos, Vikings player to bolster obvious weakness

Pro Football Focus (PFF) analyst Mason Cameron recently outlined one final offseason move he'd like to see each NFC team make. For the San Francisco 49ers, that move involves strengthening the interior offensive line—an area that, aside from a seventh-round draft pick, has been largely overlooked this offseason.

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Robert Saleh News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 9

Robert Saleh Confirms his Heavy Influence on the 49ers' Draft Process

The 49ers draft process is unusual. They have a general manager and a big scouting department they inherited from Trent Baalke. It's an outstanding scouting department -- that's why John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan kept it.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 9

49ers announce jersey numbers for rookie minicamp participants

The San Francisco 49ers are kicking off their rookie minicamp today, which runs through Saturday. The team has released the jersey numbers for all participants, including undrafted free agents, tryout players, and a few returning second-year players, like quarterback Tanner Mordecai and wide receiver Terique Owens.

NFL News / The Forkball / May 9

Robert Saleh Ready to Bring ‘Cool Concepts’ in Return to 49ers

Robert Saleh didn’t land the head coaching job he wanted this offseason, but returning to the San Francisco 49ers felt like the right move. After the team parted ways with defensive coordinator Nick Sorensen in January, they quickly reached out to Saleh.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 9

Sports Illustrated Gives the 49ers' Offseason a D-Minus

The 49ers' plan this offseason certainly was ambitious. They lost nine starting players. And instead of signing new starters, they will attempt to replace all of them with rookies and second-year players.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 9

Being Jets HC left Robert Saleh needing 'therapy'

Being Jets head coach left Robert Saleh needing 'therapy'

On Thursday, Robert Saleh spoke with reporters about needing a reset with the Packers following his time with the Jets.

Report: Steelers have interest in Aaron Rodgers' ex-teammate

Steelers reportedly could target Aaron Rodgers favorite to replace George Pickens

Insider repeats Aaron Rodgers, Steelers theory after trade of George Pickens to Cowboys

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 9

Sports Illustrated Ranks the 49ers' Roster Third in the NFC West

Roughly 15 months ago, the 49ers had the best roster in the NFL. They still found a way to lose the Super Bowl, but they had a whopping nine players that ranked in the NFL's top 100 that season.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / May 9

49ers OC praises Mac Jones amid Brock Purdy uncertainty

49ers offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak offered high praise for Mac Jones.

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49ers GM John Lynch makes revelation about team's draft

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Robert Saleh News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 9

How 49ers DC Robert Saleh Benefited From Joining the Packers

Before reuniting with the San Francisco 49ers to be the defensive coordinator again, Robert Saleh spent half of 2024 with the Green Bay Packers. That part of his road gets overlooked as he's constantly mentioned jumping from the New York Jets to the 49ers.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 9

3 moves 49ers must make to fill out roster after 2025 NFL Draft

By adding 11 players in the 2025 NFL Draft, the San Francisco 49ers tied with four other teams for making the most picks in the league. Despite being just two years removed from a Super Bowl appearance, few teams in the league are enduring more offseason changes than San Francisco.

Christian McCaffrey News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 8

Christian McCaffrey’s wife Olivia Culpo squashes sisters beef at exuberant baby shower

It appears that Christian McCaffrey’s wife, Olivia Culpo, squashed her beef with her sisters as they partied at their baby shower. She took to Instagram to post photos from the event, which occurred at the Castle Hill Inn in Rhode Island, according to TMZ.