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49ers betting on stability with Colton McKivitz extension

The San Francisco 49ers' offensive line is not the strength of the roster right now. The team is trying to build that group up with some continuity, and they are hoping that extending Colton McKivitz is one of the first steps towards building a strong offensive line. The three-year, $45M puts him at $15M in average annual value.

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Brock Purdy’s final drive vs Seahawks shows why he got paid

Say it with me: Brock Purdy is not an average quarterback. He’s not perfect, but he’s not average either. And Brock Purdy has nothing to apologize for in the San Francisco 49ers’ 17-13 win over the Seattle Seahawks.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 8

49ers survive to win season opener: Rapid reactions

The San Francisco 49ers are 1-0. And it wasn't because they played a crisp, efficient game against the Seattle Seahawks. There were many mistakes and red zone woes.

San Francisco 49ers News / Sporting News / September 8

Are the 49ers cutting Jake Moody? Kicker struggles bring Greg Joseph into the San Francisco picture

The fans certainly want one outcome.

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How many of the NFL players with a reception of 60 yards or longer in the 2024 season can you name in five minutes?

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San Francisco 49ers News / Field Level Media / September 8

49ers RT Colton McKivitz lands 3-year, $45M extension

The 49ers and Colton McKivitz have agreed to a three-year, $45 million contract that keeps the right tackle in San Francisco through the 2028 season. The deal includes $27 million guaranteed, agents Doug Hendrickson and CJ LaBoy confirmed to ESPN on Monday.

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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.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 8

49ers’ Week 1 hero makes NFL history with game-winning TD catch

Sometimes, it’s the unlikeliest people who end up being the heroes. The San Francisco 49ers came into Week 1 of the NFL season already short-handed in the pass-catching department.

Jake Moody News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 8

The Unfortunate Reality 49ers Fans Have to Accept With Jake Moody

It didn't take long for kicker Jake Moody to derail the San Francisco 49ers. He missed two field goal attempts (one was blocked) against the Seattle Seahawks.

Colton McKivitz News / 49ers Webzone / September 8

49ers, Colton McKivitz agree on 3-year, $45 million extension

Colton McKivitz won't be testing free agency in 2026 after all. The San Francisco 49ers and their starting right tackle have agreed to a three-year, $45 million contract extension that includes $27 million guaranteed, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 8

49ers rumors: Ian Rapoport ‘not so sure’ George Kittle injury is serious

The San Francisco 49ers were able to start their season with a 17-13 victory over the Seattle Seahawks, but in the midst of that, they lost one of their key pass catchers.

George Kittle News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Claire Kittle Sends Heartfelt Message to 49ers Fan After George Kittle Injury

The 2025 NFL season couldn't have started better for San Francisco 49ers star tight end George Kittle who racked up four catches for 25 yards and a touchdown through the first 20 minutes of action against the Seattle Seahawks.

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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

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San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 8

49ers hand out $45 million contract extension right after Week 1 win

It wasn’t always pretty, but the San Francisco 49ers got their 2025 season off on the right foot on Sunday in a critical divisional matchup against the Seattle Seahawks.

San Francisco 49ers News / Sporting News / September 8

‘SI’ Swim’s 49ers nod: Olivia Culpo in sizzling throwback bikini pics

‘Sports Illustrated’ swimsuit celebrates 49ers win with sizzling throwback bikini pics of Christian McCaffrey’s stunning wife, Olivia Culpo.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 7

The Biggest Heroes from the 49ers' 17-13 Win Over Seahawks

The 49ers kept giving the game away, and Seattle refused to take it, giving Nick Bosa the opportunity to force a Sam Darnold fumble on the San Francisco 13 with 42 seconds left in the game-defining play of an unlikely 17-13 49er win.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 7

Shanahan: Jake Moody's status with 49ers not in question after another shaky outing

If the fans were in charge, 49ers kicker Jake Moody might not have made the trip back to San Francisco after his team's 17-13 win over the Seahawks in Seattle on Sunday.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 8

49ers' Shanahan wants to sign familiar WR after Sunday's injuries

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan wants to sign familiar WR after Sunday's injuries

The already shorthanded San Francisco 49ers offense saw two pass catchers leave Sunday's season opener against the Seattle Seahawks.

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San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / September 8

49ers rookie who the rest of the NFL forgot about makes game-changing play that propelled San Francisco to season opener win

Depth always becomes so important around the NFL. For the San Francisco 49ers, the talent in their secondary will be tested this season. Rookie Marques Sigle wasn't expected to see a ton of playing time as a rookie when he was drafted in round five of this year's draft, but that may be the ultimate outcome.

Jake Tonges News / Field Level Media / September 7

Jake Tonges' first career TD leads 49ers past Seahawks

Backup tight end Jake Tonges caught a 4-yard touchdown pass from Brock Purdy with 1:34 remaining, helping the San Francisco 49ers rally to defeat the host Seattle Seahawks 17-13 Sunday afternoon.

George Kittle News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 7

George Kittle's Week 1 exit leaves 49ers with big questions

The San Francisco 49ers offense got off to a hot start with George Kittle in the lineup. Kittle was looking like the star of the game with four catches for 25 yards and a touchdown on the first drive.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 6

49ers Elevating WR Russell Gage & LB Curtis Robinson

Per Matt Barrows, the 49ers are elevating WR Russell Gage and LB Curtis Robinson for Week 1. Adam Schefter reported that when Gage was released from the practice squad, San Francisco planned to re-sign Gage and promote him to the active roster for Week 1.