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Safety Ji'Ayir Brown tallied a game-high and career-high 13 tackles on Sunday in the San Francisco 49ers' 35-13 win over the Miami Dolphins, helping his team improve to 2-0 on the season.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 13

Bleacher Report names Ji'Ayir Brown as 49ers' most important 2027 free agent

Ji'Ayir Brown might not be the first name that comes to mind when thinking about the San Francisco 49ers' most important impending free agents. But according to Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox, he's the right choice.

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

ESPN proposes 49ers trade for All-Pro safety Jessie Bates

The San Francisco 49ers have no shortage of competition at safety during training camp, with Ji'Ayir Brown and Marques Sigle among the players battling for a starting role.

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 3

49ers safety Ji'Ayir Brown is enjoying his best training camp yet

There is significant pressure on San Francisco 49ers safety Ji'Ayir Brown as he enters a pivotal season while battling to keep his starting job. The good news is that Brown appears to be thriving in training camp and embracing the changes brought by new defensive coordinator Raheem Morris.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

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

Former 49ers safety issues stern warning to Ji'Ayir Brown

Former NFL safety Donte Whitner has been openly critical of San Francisco 49ers safety Ji'Ayir Brown throughout the offseason. "You f--king know that you played like s--t last year," Whitner said in May.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 13

Donte Whitner believes 49ers' signing of S Ashtyn Davis is a threat to Ji'Ayir Brown's starting role

When the San Francisco 49ers signed veteran safety Ashtyn Davis last week, the move didn't create the same buzz as some of the team's bigger offseason additions.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 28

49ers safety Ji'Ayir Brown tabbed as breakout candidate for 2026

San Francisco 49ers safety Ji'Ayir Brown recently made headlines following a public disagreement with former NFL safety Donte Whitner, who has been critical of Brown's play.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 16

Why Ji'Ayir Brown's call to 49ers legends is concerning

In the NFL, sometimes the gap between a player's perception of himself and the reality of game film is wide. There are often too many people surrounding the player who tell him only what he wants to hear.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 13

Former 49ers safety calls Ji'Ayir Brown 'delusional' over self-evaluation

Former San Francisco 49ers safety Donte Whitner didn't hold back while evaluating current 49ers safety Ji'Ayir Brown and his 2025 performance. Brown apparently wasn't pleased with the criticism.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 12

49ers' Ji'Ayir Brown reflects on 'Welcome to the NFL' moment, Dre Greenlaw, Raheem Morris

The San Francisco 49ers selected Ji'Ayir Brown in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft, and the safety quickly found himself in the middle of a championship run.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 1

49ers vs. Browns PFF grades: Best and worst from the game, plus snap counts

The San Francisco 49ers improved their record to 9-4 after a 26-8 win against the Cleveland Browns in Week 13. Today, Pro Football Focus released its grades and snap counts from the game.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 29

49ers Keys to Victory: How San Francisco Can Beat the Browns on the Road in Week 13

The San Francisco 49ers travel to Cleveland in an NFC West versus an AFC North matchup on Sunday. The 8-4 Niners look to add to their two-game win streak against the Browns.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 28

Ji’Ayir Brown Shares Who Has the Strongest Impact on the 49ers’ Defense

Ji'Ayir Brown produced one of his best-ever games in red and gold against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. He made two crucial, perfectly timed interceptions in pivotal situations and contributed five tackles.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 28

49ers vs. Browns in Week 13: How They Match Up Statistically

The San Francisco 49ers (8-4) head east to face the Cleveland Browns (3-8) in a Week 13 cross-conference battle that pits one of the NFC's most potent passing attacks against one of the AFC's most formidable defenses.

NFL News / Field Level Media / November 27

49ers focused on limiting damage by Browns' Myles Garrett

Two defenses coming off impressive performances set their targets on history-defying young quarterbacks when the San Francisco 49ers visit the Cleveland Browns on Sunday afternoon.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 26

49ers safety Ji'Ayir Brown named NFC Defensive Player of the Week

San Francisco 49ers safety Ji'Ayir Brown has been named the NFC Defensive Player of the Week after a standout Week 12 performance against the Carolina Panthers.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / November 25

Three 49ers Whose Stock Rose in the Win Against the Panthers

Defeating the Carolina Panthers wasn't a pretty win by any means for the San Francisco 49ers, but it's a win nonetheless. They will happily take it, no matter what it looks like.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 25

Ji'Ayir Brown on 49ers defense: We have what it takes to reach the Super Bowl

San Francisco 49ers safety Ji'Ayir Brown exudes confidence in his team. Despite a defense tested by injuries during the 2025 season, Brown believes the unit remains resilient and battle-tested—even after losing key leaders Fred Warner and Nick Bosa.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 25

49ers Notebook: Christian McCaffrey piling up amazing numbers; Career night for Ji'Ayir Brown; Young defense rises to occasion

While much of the talk after the 49ers' Monday night win over the Carolina Panthers was about the three first-half interceptions thrown by quarterback Brock Purdy, there were also a number of positives to take from the game, starting with the play of the defense.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 25