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The San Francisco 49ers traded a fourth-round pick for former draft pick DeForest Buckner. The All-Pro is going to immediately start and give the 49ers a massive boost up front.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 26

49ers expecting flurry of reinforcements following bye week

The San Francisco 49ers were handed their first loss of the season at the hands of the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday and are entering their bye week at possibly the best time.

49ers' bye week comes at perfect time after first loss of season

49ers are looking mortal after sloppy loss to Falcons

Falcons make key plays, hand 49ers first loss of season

The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / September 25

3 Cardinals Threats the 49ers Must Account for in Week 3

The San Francisco 49ers enter Week 3 at 2-0 and welcome the Arizona Cardinals to Levi's Stadium for their second NFC West matchup of the season. Arizona's offense isn't exactly arriving in Santa Clara with momentum.

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The '150-Rec.-Yard NFL teammates' quiz

How many of the pairs of teammates to go over 150 receiving-yards in the same NFL game can you name in six minutes?

The 'Active 110-receiving-yard games' quiz

The 'Active multi-TD-catch games leaders' quiz

The 'NFL head coach wins leaders' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / September 23

49ers Place DT CJ West On IR

The 49ers have placed defensive tackle CJ West on injured reserve, the team announced. To take West’s roster spot, San Francisco signed D-tackle Naquan Jones off Minnesota’s practice squad, Tom Pelissero of The Ringer reports.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking the quarterback history of every NFL franchise

Quarterback is the most important position for an NFL team. That wasn’t always the case, but it has been the case for, you know, 50 years at this point essentially.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 23

49ers' Kyle Shanahan reveals C.J. West injury details, provides other updates

The San Francisco 49ers unexpectedly placed second-year defensive tackle C.J. West on injured reserve ahead of Wednesday's practice. The move was part of a series of roster transactions, and West joins fellow 2025 draft pick Alfred Collins, also a defensive tackle, on injured reserve.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 23

49ers roster moves: DT C.J. West to IR, receiver and two D-linemen added

The San Francisco 49ers have signed defensive lineman Naquan Jones to a one-year deal and signed wide receiver Brandin Cooks and defensive lineman Viliami Fehoko Jr.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 19

7 49ers to Watch Closely in Week 2 vs. Dolphins

The San Francisco 49ers will begin a three-game home stand on Sunday when they host the Miami Dolphins for Week 2. It’s a game that could be a drag for the 49ers initially after traveling to Australia to face an exciting division rival, the Los Angeles Rams.

San Francisco 49ers News / Stadium Rant / August 6

49ers vs The NFC West: Things To Know Heading Into 2026

2026 NFL Preview: One Burning Question For Every NFC West Team Here is my perspective as a 49ers fan on how the rest of the NFC West appears going into the 2026 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 4

49ers veteran assesses young D-linemen CJ West, Gracen Halton

San Francisco 49ers rookie defensive tackle Gracen Halton, a fourth-round draft pick, was already familiar with his new teammate, Osa Odighizuwa, before arriving in Santa Clara.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The greatest return man for every NFL franchise

From Billy "White Shoes" Johnson to Deion Sanders to Devin Hester, here are the greatest return men for each of the NFL's 32 teams.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 16

5 Best Defensive Line Fits for the 49ers in the 2026 NFL Draft

The San Francisco 49ers have shown an interest in drafting a defensive tackle, potentially with one of their fourth-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft. If they are going to add to the room, they are going to want a depth piece who can aid CJ West as the back-ups to Osa Odighizuwa and Alfred Collins.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / March 25

49ers Post Free Agency Defensive Line Depth Chart: A Need for Depth

The San Francisco 49ers have made the majority of their offseason moves, and they will shift their attention to the 2026 NFL Draft. What does the current 49ers depth chart look like at defensive tackle with four weeks until the draft?

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The '150-Rec.-Yard NFL teammates' quiz

The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz

The 'Most CFP Top-25 appearances' quiz

The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / February 4

49ers' CJ West eyes 'biggest jump' of career in 2026 outlook

San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle CJ West understands that a significant leap is required in his second NFL season. West finished his rookie campaign with 21 tackles, two tackles for loss, and one sack while playing 32% of the defensive snaps.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 23

49ers rookie CJ West reflects on first career sack—against Philip Rivers

San Francisco 49ers rookie defensive tackle CJ West tied teammate Alfred Collins for the top Pro Football Focus pass-rush grade of the game, both posting career-high 91.7 marks.

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

49ers bolster interior D-line in new 2026 NFL mock draft

Josh Edwards has released his newest 2026 NFL mock draft for CBS Sports, projecting the San Francisco 49ers to strengthen a major area of need—the interior of their defensive line.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 21, 2025

3 defensive shifts San Francisco 49ers used to beat Atlanta Falcons

The San Francisco 49ers are going to need an all-in effort from their defense every week to overcome the loss of their two superstars. The team already made some shifts against the Atlanta Falcons and you can assume similar adjustments are going to come in the future as well.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 22, 2025

CJ West and Mykel Williams injuries add to 49ers' D-line woes

The San Francisco 49ers suffered more than one setback in their win over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. While Nick Bosa's season-ending ACL tear was the most significant injury for the team, it wasn't the only one along the defensive front.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / September 21, 2025

Mac Jones leads the 49ers in a comeback win over the Cardinals to claim first place in the NFC West

The San Francisco 49ers came into Week 3 hobbled, and a defensive line that has been the strength of the team would miss two of its most important players before halftime.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 14, 2025

49ers’ rookie adds to SF’s health troubles after leaving practice with injury.

The San Francisco 49ers had a tense moment during Thursday’s joint practice with the Las Vegas Raiders. Rookie defensive tackle CJ West appeared to buckle his left knee during a one-on-one pass-rush drill, forcing him to leave the session.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / August 14, 2025

49ers rookie gets concerning update because of something completely out of his control ahead of the 2025 season

Injuries during practice or the preseason are always a bummer around the NFL. Teams are trying their best to get ready for the games that count, but getting banged up is always a part of the process.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Talk / August 14, 2025

49ers believe fourth-round DL CJ West avoided serious knee injury

49ers rookie defensive tackle CJ West had to leave Thursday's practice after hurting his knee, but it doesn't appear to be a major injury. West went down during a pass rush drill in the 49ers' joint practice with the Raiders and then limped off the field.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 11, 2025

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.

NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / July 31, 2025

Previewing the NFC West: Handicapping a four-horse race as Brock Purdy attempts to justify mega-deal

The NFC West has been in a perpetual tug of war for almost two decades, and 2024 looks set to be no exception. The division has primarily yo-yoed between the triple rivals of the San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams, although the Arizona Cardinals have been known to make their presence felt on occasion, too.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 14, 2025

Ranking Most Important 49ers in 2025: No. 23 is a Rookie Defender

The San Francisco 49ers made a clear effort to improve their front by getting younger and reshuffling the unit. They not only drafted Alfred Collins in Round 2, but also C.J.