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The 49ers won't have one of their top rookies tonight when they face the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday Night Football. Upton Stout has been ruled out with an ankle injury that he suffered on the final play of Thursday's practice, according to the 49ers.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 7

The most improved rookie on the 49ers through five games

The most improved rookie on the 49ers through five games has not been first-round pick Mykel Williams, nor has it been third-round pick Upton Stout, even though both have played well.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 2

49ers rookie Upton Stout earns high praise from ESPN's Bill Barnwell

ESPN's Bill Barnwell released his annual quarter-season awards, and San Francisco 49ers rookie cornerback Upton Stout earned a spot among his Defensive Rookies of the Year.

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

The Good, Bad, and Ugly From 49ers' 26-21 Loss to Jaguars

Everything unraveled for the San Francisco 49ers in their 26-21 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. The offense underperformed, special teams is still an issue, and the defense misses Nick Bosa.

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The increasingly pass-focused NFL continues to see wide receivers and tight ends play central roles in Super Bowl journeys. Here are the best yardage performances by pass catchers during a single playoffs throughout NFL history.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 20

One Rookie has a Good Chance to be the Steal of the 49ers Draft Class

One critical aspect of the NFL draft that teams need to follow is drafting value picks. These are the players who end up becoming steals for a team's draft class.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 17

Early signs the 49ers draft class may already be a hit

The San Francisco 49ers knew coming into the season that they had to get a notable impact from their younger players on defense if the team was going to take the step needed.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 1

Why the 49ers view this player as their next potential star

The San Francisco 49ers are leaning heavily on a youth movement this season, and one of the rookies they hope to take over a starting role is third-round pick Upton Stout.

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

49ers rookie Upton Stout goes the extra mile in NFL preparation

San Francisco 49ers rookie cornerback Upton Stout has been making a strong impression during training camp. At just 5-foot-8, Stout knows he needs every advantage to compete at the NFL level—and he's not shying away from the challenge.

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

49ers coach issues strong warning on rookie CB: 'Don't fall asleep on his size'

At 5-foot-9 and 181 pounds, San Francisco 49ers rookie cornerback Upton Stout may not be the most physically imposing figure on the practice field during training camp.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 1

One 49ers Rookie Whose Stock is Rapidly Rising

Competition is the theme of training camp for the San Francisco 49ers. With so many spots up for grabs, specifically on the defense, there is a chance for several rookies to become starters. It’s all about taking advantage of the opportunities placed in front of them at camp.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 26

This UDFA has a strong chance to make the 49ers roster

Bleacher Report recently listed a potential rookie UDFA with the best chance to make the roster. For the San Francisco 49ers, the selection was Jakob Robinson. In an interesting move, the San Francisco 49ers drafted Upton Stout in this year's third round.

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

Ranking Most Important 49ers in 2025: No. 27 is a Rookie Cornerback

The San Francisco 49ers drafted Upton Stout 100th overall in the 2025 NFL Draft, signaling that they see real potential in him as a contributor. At the same time, they knew there was some risk involved, which explains why he slid to the end of Day 2.

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 15

49ers Rookie Upton Stout is Making a Strong Impression this Offseason

The 49ers hope that lots of rookies will be ready to start for their defense as early as Week 1 this season. But at minicamp last week, only one rookie defender was on the field with the starters -- third-round pick Upton Stout.

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

49ers Rookie Receives Enlightening Praise From Deommodore Lenoir

Several rookies on the San Francisco 49ers have a prime chance to be a starter. One of those rookies is cornerback Upton Stout. His selection was a necessary one for the 49ers, given the lack of depth at the cornerback position.

College Football News / 49ers Webzone / April 26

5 things to know about 49ers third-round pick CB Upton Stout

With their second of two third-round picks, the San Francisco 49ers added some help to their secondary with the selection of cornerback Upton Stout of Western Kentucky at pick 100 overall.

NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / April 19

Texans Showing Interest in Ascending DB

The Houston Texans could be looking to bolster their cornerback room down the board in this month's draft. According to KPRC2 insider Aaron Wilson, the Texans are one of at least five teams to have brought in Western Kentucky corner Upton Stout for a visit.

Upton Stout 2025 NFL Draft: Scouting Report For Western Kentucky Hilltoppers CB

Height: 5084 (verified) Weight: 181lbs (verified) Year: Redshirt Senior Pro Comparison: Mackensie Alexander Western Kentucky Hilltoppers cornerback Upton Stout is an undersized corner who projects as a coverage subpackage defender at the NFL level.

College Football News / The 33rd Team / March 18

2025 NFL Draft: Ranking This Year's Hardest Hitters

The days of Jack Tatum, Ronnie Lott, and even Brian Dawkins are gone in the NFL. The league has done a ton to protect the safety of the players, and it’s resulted in fewer big collisions.

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New York Giants Draft Prospect: DB Upton Stout, Western Kentucky

Western Kentucky defensive back Upton Stout might not be the biggest defensive back on the field, but his feistiness, athleticism, and blitz ability enable him to play much bigger than his physical size would suggest at both outside cornerback and the slot, providing value to the New York Giants cornerbacks room.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / January 17