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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 11

Why the 49ers ranked No. 9 in ESPN's 'Future Power Rankings'

ESPN's panel of NFL analysts has ranked every team in its annual "Future Power Rankings" feature, and the San Francisco 49ers landed at No. 9. This ranking

Junior Bergen News / Niners Nation / August 11

3 stars from the 49ers first preseason game: Hello, Junior Bergen

Back when Drew Carey hosted the improv show Whose Line Is It Anyway, he would start every show by saying, “It’s the show where everything is made up and the points don’t matter.” That would be the case for the San Francisco 49ers’ preseason opener against the Denver Broncos on Saturday night at Levi’s Stadium.

C.J. West News / 49ers Webzone / August 11

What 49ers rookie CJ West learned from his first taste of NFL action

San Francisco 49ers rookie CJ West got his first taste of NFL action on Saturday—albeit in a preseason game. The Denver Broncos defeated the 49ers 30-9 in a matchup where most of San Francisco's starters remained on the sidelines in street clothes.

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How many of the 28 players in the NFL's Super Bowl Era with at least 900-career receptions can you name in five minutes?

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San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / August 11

49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan reveals the real reason behind Jauan Jennings' absence from practice amid contract uncertainty

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings hasn't practiced over the last week and he wants a new contract. On the surface, it would appear that Jennings, a former Tennessee Vols star, is sitting out of practice until his contract situation is resolved (Jennings is in the final year of his deal with the 49ers).

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 11

Is this cornerback playing his way off the 49ers' roster?

When the San Francisco 49ers signed Tre Brown this offseason, the thought was that he was going to be competing to start. The emergence of Upton Stout has put that debate to rest, but Brown was still assumed to be in the mix.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / August 11

Can the 49ers Salvage Their Super Bowl Window?

Over the past six seasons, the San Francisco 49ers have made four trips to the NFC Championship Game, winning twice on their way to multiple Super Bowl appearances.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 10

San Francisco 49ers 53-man roster prediction after preseason debut

Now that the San Francisco 49ers' first preseason game is in the books, the roster outlook is starting to get a bit clearer. What would a potential 53-man roster look like after the preseason loss to the Denver Broncos?

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / August 10

49ers practice and media schedule ahead of preseason matchup vs. Raiders

The San Francisco 49ers will hold three full practices this week as they prepare for their preseason matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. One of the sessions will be a joint practice with the Raiders in Henderson, Nevada.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 10

Who are the 49ers roster locks after first preseason game?

Before the San Francisco 49ers opened up the preseason, we identified the locks on the roster and got to 43. With some injuries and performances that will move players on and off, what does the roster outlook appear to be now?

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 10

49ers Roster Battle: Which Receivers Will Make the Cut?

The 49ers will need a strong and dependable wide receiving corps heading into the season if they hope to contend for a Super Bowl berth. With the departure of Deebo Samuel, who was traded to the Washington Commanders this past offseason, the team loses one of its most versatile and explosive playmakers.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 10

Three running backs to avoid in fantasy football drafts

Running backs are always popular in fantasy drafts but the wrong one can ruin your fantasy season. Think twice before adding any of these three ball-carriers to your roster.

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 10

Former 49ers Running Back Returns After Three Years with the Dolphins

The 49ers just signed one of their former running backs. No, not Roger Craig or Ricky Watters or Garrison Hearst or Frank Gore or Carlos Hyde or Jerick McKinnon or Tevin Coleman, although technically they're all available.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 10

2 49ers first-stringers in danger of losing starting jobs ahead of 2025 season

The San Francisco 49ers gained a new gauge of what their 2025 roster looks like Saturday. Even after taking the 30-9 loss to the Denver Broncos in their NFL Preseason opener.

Jeff Wilson Jr. News / Pro Football Rumors / August 10

49ers to bring back familiar face amid RB injuries

Jeff Wilson‘s recent workout for the 49ers did not result in a deal. With his original team dealing with a number of injuries in the backfield, though, a signing will now take place.

Will the 49ers be healthy enough for joint practice with the Raiders?

Favorite emerges for 49ers' starting LG job

George Kittle hits back at 'crazy' narrative about 49ers

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Jeff Wilson Jr. News / Field Level Media / August 10

49ers signing RB Jeff Wilson Jr. to bolster backfield

The San Francisco 49ers are reportedly bringing back a familiar face to an injury-depleted backfield. Jeff Wilson Jr., who spent the first four-plus years of his NFL career in San Francisco before spending the past three seasons in Miami, will re-sign with the 49ers after working out for the team on July 30.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 10

49ers' Injury Crisis Deepens Ahead of Raiders Joint Practices

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan provided a fresh injury update following the team’s 30–9 preseason loss to the Denver Broncos. The franchise will be hoping some familiar faces return ahead of the second preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders next Saturday.

Jeff Wilson Jr. News / 49ers Webzone / August 10

49ers reunite with Jeff Wilson Jr. amid running back injuries

The San Francisco 49ers are bringing back a familiar face to address their banged-up backfield. According to his agents, and first reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter, the 49ers are signing veteran running back Jeff Wilson Jr., who worked out for the team on July 30.

Ben Bartch News / Pro Football Rumors / August 10

Favorite emerges for 49ers' starting LG job

It appears the 49ers’ left guard position is settled.

George Kittle hits back at 'crazy' narrative about 49ers

49ers' Brock Purdy excited about Jordan Watkins' potential

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 10

49ers drop preseason opener: Rapid reactions

The good news? Very few of the San Francisco 49ers' starters played in the first preseason game. The bad news? Those who played didn't fare so well. After taking a 9-0 lead, the 49ers were outscored 30-0 and lost to the Denver Broncos 30-9.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 9

Broncos' starters underwhelm in first preseason showing

Broncos' starters don't live up to Super Bowl hype in first preseason showing

For all of the talk about the Denver Broncos potentially having a Super Bowl-worthy roster, the starters didn't live up to the high expectations and early hype on Saturday night.

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy checks all boxes in preseason start versus Texans

Former Heisman winner praises Jaxson Dart for preseason performance

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Christian McCaffrey News / Gridiron Heroics / August 8

‘Always an Ominous One for Running Backs’: Fantasy Football Expert Suggests Avoiding 49ers’ Christian McCaffrey

Christian McCaffrey enters the 2025 season as a polarizing figure in fantasy football discussions. Despite his undeniable talent, experts and analysts are urging caution for fantasy managers considering the San Francisco 49ers running back early in drafts.