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Former NFL defensive back Rod Woodson is now a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame after putting together an illustrious career as a professional football player. Now looking to possibly get into coaching at the highest level, Woodson has actually found that such a feat is much more difficult than he initially anticipated. […]

The Indianapolis Colts notably acquired former San Francisco 49ers pass rusher DeForest Buckner via trade earlier this offseason, a move that quickly became the highlight of the team’s spring activity. With Buckner now officially on board in Indianapolis, Colts linebacker Darius Leonard is understandably excited about what the former 49ers standout brings to the table […]

It has been quite some time since former San Francisco 49ers quarterback and current unrestricted free agent Colin Kaepernick suited up. In his professional playing career as a member of the 49ers, Colin Kaepernick helped San Francisco win a NFC championship and an appearance in Super Bowl XLVII against the eventual champion Baltimore Ravens back […]

The San Francisco 49ers are in a great position moving forward, and it begins in the front office. General manager John Lynch hired Kyle Shanahan to be the head coach and has given him a great team to work with. This has been the theme of 49ers history. They have five Super Bowl titles that […]

The San Francisco 49ers played nearly perfect in 2019 and it still wasn’t enough to prevail in the Super Bowl. Following San Francisco’s heartbreaking defeat in last season’s Super Bowl, Kyle Shanahan admits that it will be a challenge for the 49ers to return to the Super Bowl in 2020: “I didn’t want to go […]

After signing his first professional contract with the San Francisco 49ers, rookie Javon Kinlaw took it to Instagram to pen a heartfelt message. “Grew up Tryna figure out why God put us through so much heartache. He knew I was a soldier. He knew I was solid to the bone. That’s the only reason I […]

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan believes Jimmy Garoppolo had an unbelievable season in 2019, and he thinks his 28-year-old quarterback can build from that. During the team’s virtual State of the Franchise event this week, Shanahan spoke out about Garoppolo and his growth with the 49ers. “I think Jimmy had an unbelievable year […]

The San Francisco 49ers are coming off a surprising Super Bowl appearance and seem primed to make another run next season thanks to their strong defense. However, that doesn’t mean the club doesn’t have any holes. For the 49ers, the biggest weak spot is at wide receiver. Now, here is the thing: there is a […]

The San Francisco 49ers have signed rookie wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, according to the team. Aiyuk will receive a four-year, $12.5 million deal with a fifth-year option. The contract contains a $6.7 million signing bonus. Aiyuk, who played his collegiate football at Arizona State, was selected by the 49ers in the first round (25th overall […]

The San Francisco 49ers have signed rookie defensive lineman Javon Kinlaw, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Rapoport notes that Kinlaw was one of only a few rookies to sign a four-year deal with a fifth-year option this offseason. The 49ers took Kinlaw, who played his collegiate football at the University of South Carolina, […]

The San Francisco 49ers took Javon Kinlaw with the No. 14 pick in the 2020 NFL Draft and defensive coordinator Robert Saleh is anxious to work with him. While speaking about the rookie interior defender, Saleh highlighted how Kinlaw is a perfect fit for San Francisco’s defense. Per Cam Inman of The Mercury News: “He’s […]

The San Francisco 49ers are the reigning NFC champions, but they were unable to win the Super Bowl last season. Even though the 49ers were able to make the Super Bowl in 2019-20, general manager John Lynch understands the team still needs to improve. Per Brian Witt in NBC Sports Bay Area: “I think it’s […]

After last year’s heartbreaking loss in Super Bowl LIV against the Kansas City Chiefs, the San Francisco 49ers only have one thing in mind: to get even better. According to general manager John Lynch, however, they are primed to do just that and compete for more championships moving forward. “I think it’s a state of […]

From 1994 through 2007, a dominant force patrolled the San Francisco 49ers’ defensive line: Bryant Young. During his 14 seasons with the club, Young amassed 89.5 sacks, making four Pro Bowl appearances and earning a First-Team All-Pro selection. No other player in 49ers history has gotten to the quarterback as much as Young. However, the […]

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 […]