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49ers and Brandon Aiyuk: Garafolo sets record straight on speculation

Mike Garafolo isn't buying the predictions that the San Francisco 49ers will struggle in 2025 following their disappointing 6-11 record in 2024. In fact, he likes their chances of going from worst to first in the NFC West.

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Nick Bosa is a Favorite to Win the NFL DPOY Award

It's undeniable that Nick Bosa is one of the best defensive players in the NFL. His impact on the San Francisco 49ers is stupendous. If you want a perfect illustration of it, look at how the 49ers looked against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 11 when he exited the game.

Colton McKivitz News / 49ers Webzone / June 26

ESPN: 49ers should extend Colton McKivitz amidst tackle concerns

While the San Francisco 49ers appear confident in their roster and depth heading into training camp, the team could still make one or two key moves before the 2025 season begins.

Brock Purdy News / Athlon Sports / June 26

49ers Urged To Sign Purdy Protector Amid Impending Retirement

The San Francisco 49ers have a decent offensive line. In their offseason rankings, Pro Football Network has them placed as the 15th best unit in the NFL with a respectable 80.2 grade.

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

Christian McCaffrey is a Top 10 Favorite to Win OPOY Award

A significant factor for the San Francisco 49ers faltering on offense in 2024 was due to Christian McCaffrey's absence. Not having him was a blow to the team, despite Jordan Mason handling the running back duties extremely well.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 26

Edelman: 49ers could benefit from under-the-radar status in 2025

Former NFL star wide receiver Julian Edelman joined The Herd with Colin Cowherd to discuss one of his favorite teams—the San Francisco 49ers. The Bay Area team is entering a pivotal season after undergoing a massive roster overhaul and making their young quarterback, Brock Purdy, the highest-paid player in franchise history.

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

The 49ers' Biggest Question Mark Entering the 2025 Season

The 49ers' roster construction is a bit perplexing. They just gave Brock Purdy a contract extension that makes him the seventh-highest-paid player in the NFL -- you'd think they'd want to give him a terrific offensive line.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 26

Is Jauan Jennings entering his final season with the 49ers?

Jauan Jennings has become a fan favorite among San Francisco 49ers fans. The wide receiver's physical style of play and knack for making clutch catches have made him a vital part of head coach Kyle Shanahan's offense, and a joy to watch for The Faithful.

Kyle Shanahan News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 26

Is 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan the NFL's Best Offensive Play Caller?

Kyle Shanahan may not be the best head coach in the NFL, but he is almost universally lauded as an elite offensive play caller. He has coordinated prolific offenses in Houston, Washington, Atlanta and now San Francisco.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / June 26

5 players who may be playing their final down with the San Francisco 49ers during the 2025 season

Few NFL franchises endured the sobering reality check of roster turnover this offseason more than the San Francisco 49ers. It's been an offseason of transition

Alfred Collins News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 26

Why 49ers Rookie Alfred Collins Still Hasn't Signed his Contract

When Alfred Collins sat out of rookie minicamp, OTAs and mandatory minicamp, the 49ers said he had a calf injury that he reaggravated at his Pro Day before the NFL Draft.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 26

49ers re-draft: Do-over for the worst pick of the last 5 years

In hindsight, the San Francisco 49ers would have been wise to avoid trading a significant haul of draft capital to move up and select Trey Lance with the No.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 26

49ers among teams facing the most pressure to win Super Bowl LX

After a dramatic roster overhaul this offseason, the San Francisco 49ers enter the 2025 NFL season looking to prove that last season's 6-11 finish was an outlier, and not a sign that their Super Bowl window is closing.

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Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / June 26

49ers' Brock Purdy: Mr. Irrelevant ranks among millennium's top QB values

The San Francisco 49ers struck gold with the final pick of the 2022 NFL Draft. After trading a haul of selections the previous year to move up for Trey Lance—a move many franchises wouldn't have survived—the 49ers rebounded with a historic draft steal in quarterback Brock Purdy.

Trey Lance News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 26

The Player the 49ers Should Have Drafted Instead of Trey Lance

Trey Lance was the worst draft pick in 49ers franchise history. It's not that he's the worst player they've ever taken -- he's not. He's still in the NFL, and he's still young.

George Kittle News / 49ers Webzone / June 26

49ers' George Kittle crowned NFL's best TE by Gronk

San Francisco 49ers All-Pro tight end George Kittle continues to earn high praise as he prepares for his ninth NFL season. The latest endorsement comes from someone who knows the position exceptionally well—former NFL star Rob Gronkowski.

Colton McKivitz News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 26

Should the 49ers Extend Colton McKivitz's Contract?

The 49ers awarded three key players with massive contract extensions this offseason, and Colton McKivitz wasn't one of them. Instead, the 49ers extended Brock Purdy, George Kittle and Fred Warner, which is understandable.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / June 26

George Kittle provides rave review of Taylor Swift's surprise performance at Tight End University

George Kittle and Taylor Swift are proving to be quite a fun duo. The two were spotted having some fun at Tight End University, dancing and singing along together in the club. And the San Francisco 49ers tight end even spoke about the singer's surprise performance.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 26

1 obvious San Francisco 49ers trade candidate entering 2025 training camp

As the San Francisco 49ers gear up for the 2025 training camp, the franchise finds itself at a familiar crossroads: balancing a championship-caliber roster with the financial and strategic realities of the NFL.

Christian McCaffrey News / Athlon Sports / June 25

49ers McCaffrey Update Boosts Confidence for Impactful Return

Just one year after enjoying the most memorable season of his career, Christian McCaffrey suffered perhaps his most forgetful. The San Francisco 49ers star running back appeared in just four games in the middle of the 2024 season due to Achilles and knee injuries.

George Kittle News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 25

George Kittle: I’ll Play Until It’s Not Fun Or My Wife Says I Suck

The 49ers signed TE George Kittle to a four-year contract extension as he was entering the final year of his deal this year. In a recent interview on the

George Kittle News / Larry Brown Sports / June 25

George Kittle reveals major career shift planned after he retires from NFL

San Francisco 49ers star George Kittle has it all mapped out. The All-Pro tight end does not plan on retiring from the NFL anytime soon. But the 31-year-old already has his next career move in mind for when he does.