San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / October 7

Have the 49ers done enough through 5 games to make an aggressive trade at the deadline?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in 49ers fans and fans across the country.

Brian Robinson Jr. News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 7

3 Reasons Why the 49ers are Using Brian Robinson Jr. Minimally

The San Francisco 49ers looked like geniuses when they acquired Brian Robinson Jr. from the Washington Commanders. It came at a time when Christian McCaffrey popped up on the injury report with a calf injury.

Stefon Diggs News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active 10-reception NFL games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to catch at least 10 passes in a game on at least five occasions can you name in five minutes?

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The 'Most receiving yards in an NFL game by franchise' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / October 7

Power Ranking Roundup: How high did the 49ers climb after a massive win over the Rams?

The San Francisco 49ers are tied at 4-1 for the best record in the NFL. Unfortunately, due to the strength of victory tiebreaker, Philadelphia is still ahead of the 49ers, but the season doesn’t end today.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The sack leader for every NFL season

Sacks became an official stat in 1982. However, you can now find statistical cataloging of sack totals back to the 1960 NFL season. While those stats remain unofficial, they are largely seen as legitimate, so much so that even the NFL’s official website has commented on these sack totals.

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

Why this defender can significantly change the 49ers defense

The San Francisco 49ers are expecting to get Malik Mustapha back soon, and it could be as soon as this week. The addition would come at a much-needed time, considering the back end of the defense is starting to have some trouble.

San Francisco 49ers News / Sporting News / October 7

49ers GM John Lynch comments on potential trade possibilities amid Nick Bosa’s injury

Bosa is out for the season with a torn ACL

Mac Jones News / 49ers Webzone / October 7

Analyst makes the case for 49ers riding with Mac Jones

There's growing buzz around the San Francisco 49ers quarterback situation, with Mac Jones stepping in for an injured Brock Purdy (toe) and leading the team to a gritty overtime win over the Los Angeles Rams.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / October 7

49ers rookie report: The Niners are relying on their rookie class as much as anybody in the league

We are through five weeks of the regular season, and the San Francisco 49ers are fourth in the NFL in snap count percentage for rookies. The first-year players were always going to be relied on to make instant contributions.

Fred Warner News / Sporting News / October 7

'Those guys go for it every play': 49ers' Fred Warner praises NFC head coach with aggressiveness joke

Dan Campbell has changed the NFL.

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

What 49ers QB Mac Jones and Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield have in common

San Francisco 49ers did not have to watch their team play this Sunday, which allowed them to surf through other teams. One game that should have stood out was the Seattle Seahawks and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The 25 best single-game rushing performances in NFL playoff history

To go with Yardbarker's offerings on the best playoff passing and receiving performances, here are the top rushing games in NFL postseason history.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 7

49ers in Week 6 power rankings: Experts react to injury-defying run

The San Francisco 49ers are riding the momentum of their thrilling overtime victory against the Los Angeles Rams as they prepare for a Week 6 matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / October 7

Are the 49ers a top NFC contender again?

The San Francisco 49ers did not have the season they hoped for in 2024, when they fell to 6-11 and missed the playoffs for the first time since 2020 in a disappointing campaign derailed by injuries.

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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.

Kyle Shanahan News / Niners Nation / October 7

Will Kyle Shanahan finally win his first Coach of the Year award?

The San Francisco 49ers have been through some great highs and deep lows under head coach Kyle Shanahan, reaching the Super Bowl twice, the NFC Championship four times, while winning six games or fewer three times.

NFL News / Sporting News / October 7

49ers-Saints trade prediction swaps 3-time All-Pro DE for third-round draft pick

The San Francisco 49ers need more edge rusher help in the wake of the season-ending injury to Nick Bosa. One analyst has predicted a trade between the Niners and New Orleans Saints that would help address that need.

Christian McCaffrey News / ESPN / October 7

The 49ers are finding ways to win -- thanks to (receiver?) Christian McCaffrey

While the 49ers have not been productive on the ground, their running back has been producing through the air.

NFL News / Last Word On Sports / October 7

Malik Mustapha’s Return Could Boost 49ers vs. Buccaneers

Malik Mustapha’s 49ers return could provide a much-needed boost to the team’s depleted, youthful defense. The second-year safety, the team’s fourth-round pick in 2024, returned to practice Tuesday, the latest step in his recovery from the knee injury he suffered in last season’s finale.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 7

Report updates if 49ers could have QB controversy

Report updates if 49ers could have Mac Jones, Brock Purdy QB controversy on their hands

Jones has thus far gone 3-0 as San Francisco's temporary QB1, and he seems to be on track to start this coming Sunday's game at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-1).

Robert Saleh’s brother has petty message for Jets

Greg Olsen knows how to get players to stop dropping the ball at the goal line

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The 'NFL rookie QB passing leaders' quiz