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49ers work out two more kickers on Wednesday

According to Matt Barrows of The Athletic, the San Francisco 49ers worked out two additional kickers on Wednesday—Cade York and Matt Gay. The tryouts bring the team's total this week to five, following Tuesday's workouts with Tanner Brown, Anders Carlson, and John Parker Romo.

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49ers announce linebacker signing ahead of Week 12 preparations

The San Francisco 49ers announced just one roster move on Wednesday—the signing of linebacker Stone Blanton to the practice squad. The team is expected to add a kicker following Eddy Piñeiro's hamstring injury, but that move may not come until Thursday, ahead of the week's first practice.

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

Two Ways the 49ers are Unlocking Christian McCaffrey as a Rusher

It's largely been a struggle this season for the San Francisco 49ers to get Christian McCaffrey going on the ground. The knee-jerk reaction is that he's lost a step.

Mac Jones News / 49ers Webzone / November 19

49ers rumor mill: Vikings could pursue Mac Jones

Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk has re-entered the San Francisco 49ers quarterback rumor mill. This time, the focus isn't on Brock Purdy—who previously drew repeated speculation from Florio before signing his massive contract extension—but on Mac Jones, Purdy's dependable backup, who performed admirably during the starter's turf toe recovery.

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The 'NFL single-game completions leaders' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history to complete at least 40 passes in one game can you name in five minutes? Good luck!

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

CBS Sports projects 49ers' playoff chances after 7-4 start

A loss on Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals could have dealt a significant blow to the San Francisco 49ers and their projected playoff chances. Instead, the 49ers boosted their postseason outlook with a 41–22 win, improving to 7–4.

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College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

NFL draft stock is fluid from the start of the college football season until it concludes. These 20 players have risen up draft boards in 2025 as a result of their strong start to the season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 19

Vikings could make Mac Jones call amid McCarthy's struggles

There's 'already chatter' Vikings could make Mac Jones call amid J.J. McCarthy's struggles

NFL insider Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk shared an interesting update regarding the Vikings' plans beyond January.

Scout shares take on why Vikings' J.J. McCarthy has struggled with accuracy this season

Brock Purdy sends warning to NFL after successful return to 49ers lineup

49ers' Shanahan reveals Brock Purdy's health status after first game back

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The 'NFL rookie QB passing leaders' quiz

Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / November 19

49ers QB Brock Purdy's self-evaluation led to this revelation during recovery

Three weeks after suffering a turf toe injury, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy returned to the field—though head coach Kyle Shanahan later admitted that the move may have been premature.

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

49ers bolster the trenches in latest ESPN 2026 NFL mock draft

ESPN draft analyst Matt Miller released his first-round projections for the 2026 NFL mock draft, noting that plenty can change between now and next year's event in Pittsburgh.

Mac Jones News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 19

‘Chatter’ About 49ers QB Mac Jones As Potential Vikings Offseason Trade Target

Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio writes that there is some “chatter” in certain league circles about the Vikings potentially trading for 49ers QB Mac Jones this offseason. Vikings QB J.J.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Kyle Juszczyk News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 19

Kyle Juszczyk sounds off about the 49ers releasing and re-signing him

The San Francisco 49ers faced several tough decisions this offseason regarding their veteran players. A number of them departed for opportunities elsewhere as the front office shifted its focus toward cutting costs and investing in younger talent through the draft.

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NFL News / Last Word On Sports / November 19

49ers 2026 Draft Targets: Top Prospects to Watch

While the 2026 NFL Draft is still months away, San Francisco 49ers fans and analysts are already evaluating potential 2026 NFL Draft targets as the league prepares to welcome its next wave of college talent Even though the draft spans only a few days each April, it is a year-round process.

Christian McCaffrey News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 19

49ers RB Christian McCaffrey Is Close to Setting an NFL Record

It would’ve been impossible to imagine San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey being on the verge of a different kind of greatness this time last year.

San Francisco 49ers News / The SportsRush / November 18

'They Paid Him': Maxx Crosby Picks Brock Purdy Over Mac Jones While Giving Credit to Kyle Shanahan

After a six-game bout of Mac Jones Mania, the San Francisco 49ers finally saw a return to normalcy with Brock Purdy in Week 11. And what a return it was.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / November 18

Steelers work out two QBs amid Aaron Rodgers injury

The Steelers currently have three quarterbacks on their 53-man roster and zero on their practice squad.

Steelers receive massive Aaron Rodgers injury update ahead of Bears game

What Jets reportedly could pay Justin Fields, Aaron Rodgers to not play for them in 2026

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 18

How the 49ers continue to stop the run despite a litany of injuries

The San Francisco 49ers have been able to maintain a good run defense even when their pass defense has fallen apart. The team still ranks 11th overall

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 18

49ers work out three kickers to replace Eddy Piñeiro

According to Matt Barrows of The Athletic, the San Francisco 49ers worked out three kickers on Tuesday as they search for a temporary replacement for Eddy Piñeiro, who is expected to miss time with a Grade 1 right hamstring strain suffered during Sunday's win over the Arizona Cardinals.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 18