Keion White: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

San Francisco 49ers News / Sporting News / October 31

49ers land Keion White in bold trade as John Lynch moves to reinforce defense

The San Francisco 49ers strengthen their defense with a bold trade as general manager John Lynch adds a proven defensive end ahead of the playoff push.

Keion White News / Sporting News / October 31

NFL insider expects 49ers to stay active in trade market after Keion White deal

John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan aren't finished scouring the trade market just yet.

NFL News / Pats Pulpit / October 31

Keion White admits frustration over Patriots usage after trade to 49ers

Despite the team as a whole struggling yet again, Keion White entered 2025 on the upswing. He had served as a starter for the New England Patriots the previous season and continued developing into a disruptive and versatile member of their defensive line.

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Keion White News / 49ers Webzone / October 30

Keion White opens up about joining 49ers, expectations

On Thursday, Bay Area reporters got their first chance to speak with the San Francisco 49ers' latest trade acquisition, former New England Patriots defensive end Keion White.

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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 / October 30

49ers' Robert Saleh reveals why he likes Keion White, expects Bryce Huff back next week

San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh addressed the media ahead of Thursday's practice, and the focus immediately turned to the team's newest trade acquisition—former New England Patriots defensive end Keion White.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 30

John Lynch opens up about Keion White trade, if 49ers are done making moves

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch joined Bay Area radio station KNBR on Thursday morning to discuss the team's latest move—acquiring former New England Patriots defensive end Keion White—and whether more trades could be on the way before the NFL trade deadline on November 4.

NFL News / Niners Nation / October 30

Why the 49ers traded for Keion White

The San Francisco 49ers started the trade deadline carousel early, swinging a deal with the New England Patriots for defensive lineman Keion White, swapping 2026 sixth and seventh-round picks in the process.

Dallas Cowboys News / The Spun / October 30

Cowboys, 49ers Rumored To Be Making Trades Before Deadline

The Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers are expected to be buyers ahead of the trade deadline on November 4. Earlier this week, the 49ers acquired defensive end Keion White and a 2026 seventh-round pick from the New England Patriots in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round pick.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 30

What the 49ers Like About Newly Acquired DE Keion White

The San Francisco 49ers may have found the answer to giving their pass rush a boost. On Wednesday, the 49ers officially acquired defensive end Keion White from the New England Patriots in exchange for a 2026 sixth- and seventh-round pick.

New England Patriots News / Pats Pulpit / October 30

Patriots players react to Kyle Dugger, Keion White trades

Christian Gonzalez and Keion White arrived in New England as part of the same draft class, joining the Patriots as their first and second picks in 2023.

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.

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

Shanahan breaks down 49ers' new additions: Keion White and Clelin Ferrell

The San Francisco 49ers made two key roster moves this week — acquiring defensive end Keion White from the New England Patriots via trade and signing Clelin Ferrell to the practice squad.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 29

Why DE Keion White Perfectly Fits What the 49ers Want

Reinforcement has arrived. The San Francisco 49ers are acquiring defensive end Keion White from the New England Patriots in exchange for a 2026 sixth and seventh-round pick.

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NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 29

49ers could add another edge rusher despite trading for Keion White

The 49ers' anemic defensive line got some much-needed help as San Francisco traded for New England’s Keion White and signed Clelin Ferrell as a street free agent.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / October 29

Should the 49ers still look for another defensive end?

The San Francisco 49ers swapped Day 3 picks with the New England Patriots on Tuesday in a trade for defensive end Keion White, a former second-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / October 29

49ers trade for a former 2nd round pick to address a major position of need ahead of Week 9

The San Francisco 49ers have been rumored to be scouring the edge rusher trade market for multiple weeks. The team lost star pass rusher Nick Bosa to a season-ending injury early in the year.

New England Patriots News / The Forkball / October 29

Patriots Trade White, Dugger in Major Roster Shake-Up

The New England Patriots made significant roster moves Tuesday night, trading away two former defensive starters—defensive end Keion White and safety Kyle Dugger—in separate deals that mark another step in the team’s transition under first-year head coach Mike Vrabel.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 29

49ers rumors: San Francisco predicted to make another trade after Patriots move

With Nick Bosa out for the season, San Francisco moved quickly for pass-rush help, acquiring Keion White from the Patriots for a late pick swap. White flashed with five sacks in 2024 and a strong pressure grade, and the 49ers, sitting 5-3 and near the bottom of the league in sacks, are betting a change of scenery can unlock that version again.

New England Patriots News / Field Level Media / October 28

Reports: Patriots trade S Kyle Dugger to Steelers, DE Keion White to 49ers

The New England Patriots moved on from a pair of former defensive starters on Tuesday by trading safety Kyle Dugger to the Pittsburgh Steelers and defensive end Keion White to the San Francisco 49ers, according to multiple media reports.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / October 28

Patriots Make Trade With 49ers After 8 Games Played

The New England Patriots have enjoyed a strong first half of the 2025 season, currently sitting at 6-2 after last week's home demolition of the Cleveland Browns by a score of 32-13.

NFL News / The Spun / October 28

New England Patriots, San Francisco 49ers Agree To Defensive End Trade

The San Francisco 49ers and New England Patriots aren't waiting until the trade deadline to make a move. According to multiple NFL insiders, the Patriots are sending defensive end Keion White and a 2026 seventh-round pick to the 49ers for a 2026 sixth-round pick.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / October 28

49ers trade for Patriots DE Keion White to bolster pass-rush depth

According to multiple reports, the San Francisco 49ers have acquired defensive end Keion White from the New England Patriots in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round draft pick.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 28