San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / November 5

Kyle Shanahan sets the record straight on 49ers staying quiet at the trade deadline

The San Francisco 49ers were widely expected to be active ahead of the NFL trade deadline, especially with a roster thinned by injuries to key players.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 5

49ers injury updates: Shanahan shares latest on Pearsall, Aiyuk, Purdy, others

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke with reporters ahead of Wednesday's practice—the team's first session of the week—as they prepare for their crucial Week 10 NFC West showdown against the Los Angeles Rams.

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NFL News / Yardbarker

Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?

The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 5

49ers announce roster moves ahead of first Week 10 practice

The San Francisco 49ers have signed defensive lineman Andrew Farmer II to the practice squad. To make room on the practice squad, the team released linebacker Stone Blanton.

Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / November 5

Steve Young shares candid thoughts on 49ers QB Brock Purdy's recovery

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has missed seven games this season, appearing only in Weeks 1 and 4. He continues to deal with a lingering turf toe injury sustained in the season opener—and aggravated during his brief return.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / November 5

Did John Lynch make the correct decision to stand pat at the trade deadline after acquiring Keion White?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year, we ask questions of the most plugged-in Niners fans and fans across the country.

San Francisco 49ers News / Last Word On Sports / November 5

49ers Trade Deadline Inaction Spells Trouble

Despite losing stars like Fred Warner, Nick Bosa, and Brock Purdy to major injuries, the San Francisco 49ers have managed a 6-3 record — a testament to their depth and resilience.

Kyle Shanahan News / The SportsRush / November 5

'He’s Winning With Peanut Brittle': Veteran Analyst Calls Kyle Shanahan’s 49ers Run 'One of the Greatest Coaching Jobs Ever'

Sometimes, all you can do is throw up your hands in exasperation when your team faces an injury crisis like Kyle Shanahan’s San Francisco 49ers are dealing with this season.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / November 5

The 49ers’ quiet trade deadline wasn’t cowardly — it was calculated

The 49ers have been ravaged by injuries but have still managed a 6-3 record. Despite that, they elected to remain quiet at the deadline.

The 49ers need a new philosophy: Why John Lynch's roster strategy must evolve

How 49ers got Mac Jones ready to start long before Brock Purdy was sidelined

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NFL News / Yardbarker

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'

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 5

The player the 49ers should have gotten at the trade deadline

The 49ers just missed a rare opportunity to drastically improve their team for the present and the future. The trade deadline just came and went, and the 49ers did absolutely nothing, even though they've beaten every team in their division and currently have one of the best records in the NFL.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / November 5

3 Winners, 2 Losers, and 1 IDK from the trade deadline for the 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers traded for Keion White, but that was the extent of the 6-3 Niners’ moves ahead of the deadline. As expected, the 49ers were rumored to be in on the bidding war for New York Jets pass rusher Jermaine Johnson.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 5

Experts predict NFC West champions: How did the 49ers fare?

With nine weeks of NFL action in the books, 25 NFL.com contributors released their updated playoff predictions, projecting the winners of each division.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / November 5

How 49ers got Mac Jones ready to start long before Brock Purdy injury

How 49ers got Mac Jones ready to start long before Brock Purdy was sidelined

The San Francisco 49ers' signing of quarterback Mac Jones to a two-year contract in March could go down as one of the offseason's most important moves.

49ers' Shanahan on whether Mac Jones' performance impacts Brock Purdy's return

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San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / November 5

49ers could have surprising edge over the Rams in Week 10

Amid a slew of injuries, the 49ers have compiled a 6-3 record through the first nine games in large part because of the impressive play of Mac Jones, the history-making brilliance of Christian McCaffrey, Kyle Shanahan’s schematic genius, and sporadic strong performances from a defense devastated by setbacks.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 5

San Francisco 49ers 2025 midseason awards for players and coaches

Now that the San Francisco 49ers are at the halfway point of the season, it is a good time to look back on the first nine weeks and assess where the team was and where they are now.

NFL News / Niners Nation / November 5

No game in Week 10 is expected to have more points than the 49ers and the Rams

For the first time in nearly a calendar year, the San Francisco 49ers aren’t projected to win a game at Levi’s Stadium. Facing the Los Angeles Rams in Week 10, the Niners enter this game as 3.5-point underdogs on FanDuel Sportsbook.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 5

The most upsetting part of the 49ers’ trade deadline inactivity

The San Francisco 49ers went radio silent at Tuesday’s trade deadline. There were no moves in or out, and it was somewhat surprising that not a single trade was made.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 5

49ers Trade Deadline Aftermath: The Logic Behind It Actually Matters

The San Francisco 49ers chose not to make a splash at the NFL trade deadline this season, leaving many fans restless for reinforcements as injuries continue to ravage the team's defense.

Christian McCaffrey News / Athlon Sports / November 5

NFL Has Punishment Decision to Make on Christian McCaffrey Incident

Key Points: San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey had a standout game, totaling 173 yards and two touchdowns. Dane Belton was penalized 15 yards for tripping McCaffrey, possibly facing a fine.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / November 3

49ers' Kyle Shanahan gives Brock Purdy vote of confidence

While San Francisco 49ers backup quarterback Mac Jones continued a resurgent 2025 in a 34-24 win over the Giants in Week 9, he will not play his way into the team’s starting job.

Mac Jones discusses how 49ers are thriving despite latest injury crisis

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San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 3

49ers’ Mykel Williams has torn ACL confirmed by Kyle Shanahan

The San Francisco 49ers continue to win games despite multiple injuries. San Francisco is 6-3 heading into Week 10 after beating New York 34-24 on Sunday.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / November 3