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In what could’ve been an interesting move for the San Francisco 49ers last season, General Manager John Lynch said that he had a plan for offensive tackle Trent Williams had they successfully traded for him. “We had made a call about it in the last season when Joe and McGlinchey were hurt, thinking, wow, this […]

If you are making a list of most successful NFL franchises, the San Francisco 49ers have to be right near the top. They have five Super Bowl championships and an endless list of legendary players and coaches who have passed through their doors. When looking through the history of the 49ers, there are countless moments […]

The San Francisco 49ers won’t be able to franchise tag Trent Williams after the season because of the new contract that was worked out, according to Field Yates of ESPN. The goal for both sides is still a long-term deal, but that hasn’t been worked out quite yet. As part of his reworked contract with […]

The San Francisco 49ers have been a vocal organization during the Black Lives Matter movement and they continue to express their support for the cause. In a post on the team’s official Instagram account, it was revealed that there is a Black Lives Matter flag flying over Levi’s Stadium. https://www.instagram.com/p/CBv9EopD7Wv/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link At Levi’s Stadium, the 49ers […]

With Deebo Samuel out due to an injury, the San Francisco 49ers might be on the hunt for another high-caliber wide receiver. Dez Bryant, who’s currently a free agent, seems to be interested in the idea of donning a 49ers uniform. Kendrick Bourne shared a subtle tweet tagging both the 49ers and Bryant. While it […]

The San Francisco 49ers are ecstatic to insert Trent Williams into the offense in 2020 and he’s officially a member of the team now. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Williams signed his contract and passed his physical with San Francisco. #49ers LT Trent Williams officially signed his contract last night, one that was tweaked […]

A few notable players in the NFL have been revealed to have tested positive for the coronavirus in recent months. On Friday, it was reported that a player from the San Francisco 49ers tested positive for the COVID-19, per NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. One of the #49ers players who was working out in Nashville tested […]

San Francisco 49ers receiver Deebo Samuel suffered a broken foot, a setback for the player who is one of the team’s most potent offensive tools. In an Instagram post, Samuel sent out a heartfelt and courageous message. For the 24-year-old, the setback is just a part of life. And he’s determined to get back soon. […]

Jamal Adams has reached the tipping point with the New York Jets and has requested to be traded on Thursday. Following his request to be traded, the Kansas City Chiefs and Dallas Cowboys are two of the seven teams Adams would be interested in joining, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Here are the seven teams to […]

Veteran journeyman running back Rahmeet Mostert was the star of the show, if only for one night, when he rushed for four touchdowns in the 2020 NFC Championship game against the Green Bay Packers, positioning his San Francisco 49ers to a Super Bowl berth. Mostert, 28, credited his success to 71-year-old Robert “Bobby” Turner Jr., […]

San Francisco 49ers rising sophomore wide receiver Deebo Samuel suffered a broken foot on Tuesday, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The #49ers standout, who became their go-to WR late in the season and in the playoffs, was primed for a huge 2020. He’s having surgery from Dr. Robert Anderson today and should return within […]

The San Francisco 49ers are back on the rise. They will enter the 2020 season as the top dog in the NFC after a 13-3 season that ended in a Super Bowl loss. Head coach Kyle Shanahan received a big extension and will look to lead the team to similar fate this season. San Francisco […]

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is all-in on New York Yankees star Aaron Judge switching to football and joining his team. A day after Judge joked on Twitter there was a chance he could sign with the Niners if there was no MLB season, Kittle tried to convince him by using The Rock’s […]

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell continues to dish out praise to those who have served as catalysts in regards to bringing social and racial issues to light throughout the league. While most recently mentioning the likes of safety Eric Reid, wide receiver Kenny Stills and safety Malcolm Jenkins, Goodell obviously couldn’t leave out former San Francisco […]

The San Francisco 49ers had a terrific—and surprising—season this past year. Not only did they win 13 games and win the NFC West, but they made it all the way to the Super Bowl. Heck, they even had a 10-point lead over the Kansas City Chiefs in the second half before blowing it. As a […]

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo knows that the NFL is a business, so he wasn’t all that shocked the team took a look at Tom Brady when he was a free agent: “It kind of comes with the territory,” the 49ers quarterback said after a player-organized throwing session in San Jose last week via […]

The San Francisco 49ers have had the privilege of great rosters in their NFL existence. The five-time Super Bowl champions have been bolstered by the masterful work of their front office. 5. Ronnie Lott (1981-1990, 1995) Defense wins championships. When you talk about the San Francisco 49ers defensive line-up in the ’80s, you must talk about […]

In recent weeks, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has been more outspoken regarding racial injustice and its connection to the league. Once again voicing his personal opinion on Monday, Goodell is now encouraging a NFL franchise to sign former San Francisco 49ers quarterback and current unrestricted free agent Colin Kaepernick. “Well, listen, if he wants to […]

Kyle Shanahan thrived as head coach of the San Francisco 49ers in 2019 and he’s getting rewarded for it. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the 49ers are giving Shanahan a new six-year contract through 2025. San Francisco is rewarding head coach Kyle Shanahan with a new six-year contract that replaces the three years he had […]

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw is putting some pressure on Javon Kinlaw before he has even stepped onto the field for his rookie season. Kinlaw was selected in the first round by the 49ers during the 2020 NFL Draft to fill the role of DeForest Buckner, who was traded to the Indianapolis Colts for […]

Hall of Fame wide receiver Terrell Owens had some scathing comments for the San Francisco 49ers and former head coach Steve Mariucci. Owens was initially speaking to TMZ Sports about feeling like he could have continued playing even after his final season in 2010. But Owens said he was “blackballed” by the NFL right before […]

If the San Fransisco 49ers want to defend their NFC title from last season, they’d better hope the upcoming NFL campaign isn’t cancelled due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic or any other reason. However, while hope for a 2020 NFL season may have seemed bleak just a while ago, members of the 49ers front office […]

With veteran wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders leaving for the New Orleans Saints in free agency this offseason, the San Fransisco 49ers have been forced to look at other options on the roster to play next to superstar tight end George Kittle and second-year stud Deebo Samuel. For many, 2019 third-round pick Jalen Hurd has a […]

While the San Francisco 49ers made it all the way to the Super Bowl this past season, their offense wasn’t exactly a strong point. That’s why staying healthy is absolutely imperative to the 49ers’ offensive unit showing improvement in 2020. The good news is that things seem to be on the right track. Matt Barrows […]

The San Francisco 49ers made it all the way to the Super Bowl in the 2019 season. Although they eventually lost that game to the Kansas City Chiefs, it’s hard for fans to look back on the year and be too upset. That is especially true considering how nicely they are set up for the […]

San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk is getting work in with quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo and some of his other teammates. “It was like, ‘I’m on the field right now catching passes from Jimmy G,’” Aiyuk said, via Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle. “That’s when it kind of hit me.” Leading up […]

Richard Sherman and the San Francisco 49ers were close to defeating the Kansas City Chiefs in last season’s Super Bowl. But one play involving the veteran cornerback still resonates in the minds of fans in San Francisco. Despite allowing a huge play in the latter portion of the game, Sherman doesn’t let himself get bothered […]

The San Francisco 49ers are one of the oldest franchises in the NFL. Entering the league in the late 1940s, the 49ers have had their fair share of notable NFL records, as well as countless of playoff appearances and a handful of Super Bowl titles to boot. It is no question that the San Francsico-based […]

There had been plenty of speculation regarding quarterback San Francisco 49ers Jimmy Garoppolo’s future following an underwhelming performance in last year’s playoffs. It seems head coach Kyle Shanahan has since doubled down on Garoppolo’s status as the long-term, franchise quarterback. According to Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports, Shanahan is optimistic about Garoppolo’s potential as an […]

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan was among the many NFL coaches and players commenting on race relations this week given the backdrop of ongoing protests and demonstrations by Americans against racial injustice and police brutality. Shanahan, a 40-year-old entering his fourth season with the 49ers, confirmed with reporters on Thursday morning that he […]

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson says recent events have lent new meaning to Colin Kaepernick’s protests against police brutality and racial injustice. Wilson spent some time on a conference call with Bob Condotta of the Seattle Times, saying Kaepernick “was trying to symbolize the right thing” in his decision to kneel during the national anthem. Russell […]

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees caused a stir on Wednesday when he said that he would “never agree with anybody disrespecting the flag.” Brees was speaking in reference to athletes kneeling during the national anthem. Not surprisingly, Brees’ comments have drawn significant backlash, ranging from his own teammate Michael Thomas to Los Angeles Lakers […]

The San Francisco 49ers are one of the most storied franchises in NFL history. That doesn’t happen by accident. They have a reputation of landing high-quality coaches and the team is hoping Kyle Shanahan is the next great one. Shanahan led the 49ers to a 13-3 record and a trip to the Super Bowl after […]

San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams is expected to be protecting Jimmy Garoppolo after a big offseason trade. Williams knows how hard it is to find a winning quarterback, something that Jimmy G has already proven that he can do: “I think Jimmy G is awesome,” Williams said on “RapSheet + Friends via NBC […]

Jimmy Garoppolo has received plenty of criticism ever since the San Francisco 49ers lost in the Super Bowl, but his teammates continue to defend him. Even Trent Williams, who hasn’t been with the 49ers for two months, is expressing his support for Garoppolo. “From being in my position, not having a lot of success in […]

Even the most celebrated franchises in NFL history have their share of heartbreak. In this feature, we take a look back at the most gut-wrenching moments that will forever be remembered by the San Francisco 49ers faithful. Ravens, Superdome, Turn the Lights Out The Colin Kaepernick-led Niners came into Super Bowl XLVII as four-point favorites […]

The Arizona Cardinals currently reside in arguably the toughest division in all of football as the NFC West will be even more dangerous than usual in 2020. With the Cardinals — and just about everyone else in the division — drastically improving this offseason, the upcoming campaign could ultimately prove to be a memorable one […]

The San Fransisco 49ers will enter the 2020 season fresh off a disappointing Super Bowl LIV loss but nonetheless, should be viewed as contenders going forward. The Niners were able to improve from 4-12 in 2018 to 13-3 this past season due to several breakout players. However, there’s always room for improvement and the 49ers […]

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman has always been a vocal leader for civil rights in the United States, and with that being back in the forefront, he has been impressed with how NFL players have handled it. On Memorial Day, George Floyd was murdered by a Minneapolis police officer, something that has led to […]