Kyle Shanahan: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 14

49ers Week 1 Snap Count Analysis: Rookies Play a Big Role

Kyle Shanahan isn't known for letting rookies receive a ton of playing time. It's been that way since he became the head coach of the San Francisco 49ers.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / September 13

Kyle Shanahan Sounds Bullish on 49ers Cornerback Renardo Green

When it comes to the San Francisco 49ers’ position groups, plenty of people are concerned about their interior offensive linemen, their edge rushers and perhaps even their wide receiver room to a certain extent.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 12

Why the 49ers Were the Perfect Advert for the NFL's Australia Opener

Now that the dust has settled and the San Francisco 49ers have arrived back home, the whole trip can be considered as successful as it could have been.

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The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

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San Francisco 49ers News / EssentiallySports / September 12

49ers Quietly Commit to Kyle Shanahan With New Contract Extension During Offseason

In a game where the winner is decided by whose strategy is better, San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan sees an NFL game as a cat-and-mouse chase.

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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.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 11

What Kyle Shanahan contract extension means for him, 49ers

Kyle Shanahan is already tied with Sean McVay as the NFL's second longest-tenured head coach, and the San Francisco 49ers seem happy to keep him around for a lot longer.

Bears reward RB D'Andre Swift ahead of Week 1 with three-year extension

Joey Porter Jr. sends contract warning to Steelers ahead of Week 1 deadline

Steelers high-priced defense has no excuse not to start season strong

Cowboys lock receiver down through 2027 amid George Pickens uncertainty

Patriots add familiar foe in DaQuan Jones after Week 1 disappointment

Kyle Shanahan News / Field Level Media / September 11

Reports: 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan receives extension

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan had been under contract through the 2027 season, but according to multiple media reports Friday, he was given a multiyear extension.

Kyle Shanahan News / Larry Brown Sports / September 11

Kyle Shanahan made secret offseason deal with 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers quietly moved to secure coach Kyle Shanahan’s future during the offseason. Shanahan quietly signed a new contract during the offseason, according to Tom Pelissero of The Ringer.

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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.

Kyle Shanahan News / Pro Football Rumors / September 11

49ers Extend HC Kyle Shanahan

The 49ers gave head coach Kyle Shanahan a contract extension during the offseason, Tom Pelissero of The Ringer reports. Shanahan was already believed to be under contract through 2027, but the length of his new deal is unknown.

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NFL News / 49ers Webzone / September 11

49ers run over Rams down under: Quick hits

The San Francisco 49ers are heading home from Melbourne with a win. Kyle Shanahan's team dominated the Los Angeles Rams 27-7 to open the 2026 season, and while there were certainly some things to clean up, the 49ers looked like the fresher and better team as the game went on.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 11

How 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan helped neutralize Myles Garrett

As one of the few head coaches in the league who calls his own plays, it was clear from the first play of the game that he had no interest in letting Garrett get near quarterback Brock Purdy.

Myles Garrett rips himself after dud of a Rams debut in loss to 49ers

Insider who reported on Rams' travel plan blasts it after blowout loss to 49ers

49ers' Fred Warner makes feelings on travel narrative clear after blowout win over Rams

The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / September 11

49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan Had Some Good News on De'Zhaun Stribling's Injury

The injury bug apparently isn’t done chewing away at the San Francisco 49ers. This summer, it has claimed wide receiver Christian Kirk and defensive end Sam Okuayinonu, both of whom will miss at least the first four games of this season, and it recently dealt starting defensive tackle Alfred Collins a season-ending knee injury.

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

49ers rave about Australia, and their travel plan that led to a win over the Rams

There was a time when it seemed like the San Francisco 49ers weren't excited about playing their season opener in Melbourne, Australia, but things worked out perfectly for them in the end.

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

49ers' Kyle Shanahan praises Mike Evans after statement performance vs. Rams

Wide receiver Mike Evans finished Week 1 with six receptions for 49 yards and a touchdown on seven targets, helping the San Francisco 49ers beat their division rivals, the Los Angeles Rams, 27-7 in Melbourne, Australia.

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

49ers injury news: Kyle Shanahan shares updates on De'Zhaun Stribling, Jake Tonges after win vs. Rams

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan provided injury updates following the team's Week 1 win over the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia.

San Francisco 49ers News / TWSN / September 11

Kyle Shanahan Spreads The Love: San Francisco 49ers Season Opener Takeaways

The San Francisco 49ers began their 2026 season today against the Los Angeles Rams who entered the game as favorites to win and favorites to win the Super Bowl in February.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 11

Rams fans will blame Sean McVay for Week 1 disaster, but that's the easy way out

Sean McVay is going to hear plenty about the Los Angeles Rams' travel schedule after losing 27-7 to the San Francisco 49ers in Australia. That's understandable.

Brandon Aiyuk might still land with one of two desperate teams

49ers injury issues keep mounting with De'Zhaun Stribling injury

Jake Tonges is latest 49ers player to suffer injury

Commanders are hiding a Week 1 advantage the Eagles can't prepare for

Mike Tomlin takes a funny shot at Tua Tagovailoa ahead of Week 1

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 10

49ers-Rams Rivalry Will Make NFL History With Season Opener Nearly 8,000 Miles From California

The Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers have spent many, many years battling for California. Thursday night, they’ll take the fight somewhere completely different.

San Francisco 49ers News / Total Pro Sports / September 10

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan Reveals Final Plans For Christian McCaffrey vs. Rams Amid Injury Concerns

Christian McCaffrey had a very strong bounce-back campaign in 2025. He was awarded the NFL Comeback Player of the Year due to his strong showing. The San Francisco 49ers certainly know that, but they also know that their star running back can do more.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 9

Kyle Shanahan reveals 49ers' keys to beating Rams, discusses revamped receiving corps

The San Francisco 49ers will face the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday night, though the setting will be new for both teams. The NFC West rivals will meet at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, Australia—a matchup that will actually be played Friday morning locally.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 9

Rams are betting against conventional wisdom before 49ers showdown

The Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers are traveling nearly 8,000 miles to play the same football game. They apparently want nothing to do with preparing for it the same way.

Rams' Myles Garrett addresses status for 49ers game after dealing with knee swelling

Sean McVay speaks out amid decision to sit Aaron Donald for Melbourne game

Rams' Puka Nacua addresses uncertainty about potential suspension

NFL prime-time predictions: Rams begin Super Bowl hunt on right foot against 49ers in Melbourne

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San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / September 9

Kyle Shanahan delivers unfortunate player news before 49ers-Rams game

The San Francisco 49ers absorbed a notable injury blow just days before the start of their 2026 campaign. San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan talked

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

49ers' Kyle Shanahan reacts to latest Aaron Donald news

Defensive tackle Aaron Donald will not travel with the Los Angeles Rams to Melbourne, Australia, where they will face the San Francisco 49ers in Week 1.

San Francisco 49ers News / HITC / September 8

‘In the future’ – Kyle Shanahan admits confusion as 49ers face major time zone mix-up

Kyle Shanahan has admitted he is struggling to keep track of the days as the San Francisco 49ers prepare to face the Los Angeles Rams in Australia. The

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 7