San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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

49ers rookie Kaelon Black earns strong endorsement from Greg Cosell

There was no shortage of criticism when the San Francisco 49ers used the 90th overall pick of the NFL Draft on running back Kaelon Black. Many analysts and fans viewed the selection as a reach, believing Black was taken much earlier than he should have been.

Mac Jones News / 49ers Webzone / June 11

49ers All-Pro: 'Mac Jones is a glue guy'

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones is entering his second season with the team and has already established himself as a favorite among teammates.

Ricky Pearsall News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 11

What History Says About Ricky Pearsall's Future With the 49ers

Ricky Pearsall has had a slower start to his career than he would have liked. Pearsall has 928 yards for the San Francisco 49ers through two NFL seasons.

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The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

Some of the greatest players in NFL history have graced the cover of "Madden." How many of these players can you name in five minutes?

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San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 11

Mac Jones responds to George Kittle’s ‘ultimate’ message

It looks like George Kittle has some money to collect from Mac Jones after the incredible praise the 49ers tight end made about the quarterback. Kittle recently made an appearance on ” The Up and Adams Show” and spoke glowingly about Jones, who just finished his first season with the Niners.

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Fred Warner News / 49ers Webzone / June 11

49ers star Fred Warner names young defensive breakout candidates

San Francisco 49ers star linebacker Fred Warner is preparing to enter his ninth NFL season. Yet it doesn't seem that long ago that he was a newcomer quickly making a name for himself on an evolving 49ers defense.

George Kittle News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 11

How George Kittle is Embracing the 49ers' Trip to Australia

George Kittle is elite when it comes to playing on the football field, but he's also elite at converting a negative into a positive. That's exactly what he's doing when it comes to the San Francisco 49ers' Week 1 trip to Australia against the Los Angeles Rams.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 10

Brandon Aiyuk Revenge Game? Ranking the 49ers' 2026 Trap Games

Aiyuk's aggressive push toward Washington leads straight back to Levi's Stadium in Week 6—the marquee trap game on the 49ers' 2026 schedule. The NFL offseason's most-watched soap opera is building toward a Monday night in October.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 10

49ers sign 1 running back and waives another

The San Francisco 49ers shuffled their backfield on Wednesday, announcing a one-year contract for running back Sincere McCormick while releasing fellow running back Jordan Mims to open a roster spot.

George Kittle News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 10

George Kittle Can’t Stop Raving About This 49ers Player

George Kittle was unable to participate with the San Francisco 49ers during OTAs. It was to be expected, as he’s still working his way back from a torn Achilles.

Brandon Aiyuk News / 49ers Webzone / June 10

Florio: Reporting to 49ers training camp could boost Brandon Aiyuk's leverage

The rift between the San Francisco 49ers and wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk appears significant, with the receiver recently taking multiple public shots at the organization.

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

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Sincere McCormick News / 49ers Webzone / June 10

49ers announce running back roster moves

The San Francisco 49ers have signed running back Sincere McCormick to a one-year deal. To make room on the roster, the team waived running back Jordan Mims.

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

NFL Analyst Claims 49ers are Being Undervalued Ahead of 2026

The San Francisco 49ers may not have a perfect roster right now, but they still have a legitimate shot at making another Super Bowl run. It's hard to buy into that take when both the Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams have stronger rosters on paper.

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

49ers' George Kittle Makes a Surprising Comment About Mac Jones

George Kittle is the ultimate hype man on the San Francisco 49ers. Anytime he is asked about a player on the team, he'll prop them up heavily. It's just in his nature, which is what happened when Kay Adams asked Kittle on The Up and Adams Show about Mac Jones.

Dominick Puni News / 49ers Webzone / June 10

Dominick Puni named 49ers' under-the-radar breakout candidate for 2026

The San Francisco 49ers have several players who could emerge as breakout performers in 2026. Wide receiver Ricky Pearsall is entering his third NFL season and looking to establish himself as a major contributor within the offense.

Jauan Jennings News / A to Z Sports / June 10

‘He comes off as a dirtbag’ – Veteran quarterback’s honest assessment of Jauan Jennings is going viral

Former Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Jauan Jennings signed with the Minnesota Vikings as a free agent this offseason after spending the first six seasons of his NFL career with the San Francisco 49ers.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / June 10

49ers and Maxx Crosby: Albert Breer weighs in on potential blockbuster trade

Many believe the San Francisco 49ers could benefit from adding another proven veteran pass rusher to their defensive front. While the defense will welcome back Nick Bosa and expects 2025 first-round pick Mykel Williams to return to the lineup at some point, the team could still use additional firepower off the edge.

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 10