San Francisco 49ers Articles - Page 168

San Francisco 49ers star George Kittle isn’t satisfied with a breakout season in which be broke the record for receiving yards by a tight end. Instead, he is already thinking of ways he can improve over the offseason, a mindset that coach Kyle Shanahan found a clever way of exploiting. “Coach Shanahan said that out […]

News has broken out that Landon Collins has cleaned out his locker and is not expected to return to the New York Giants, hitting NFL free agency. This is according to ESPN’s Josina Anderson and confirmed by Collins himself via Twitter. The stuff in that locker that I have left I do not need💯 — […]

It’s no secret that the San Francisco 49ers are in the market for help at receiver this offseason. With the Pittsburgh Steelers’ Antonio Brown officially becoming available and rumors swirling about Odell Beckham’s uncertain future with the New York Giants, it seems only a matter of time until 49ers general manager John Lynch engages in […]

Richard Sherman is not the player he once was, but that hardly means his voice carries no weight in the football world. The four-time Pro Bowler published a scathing critique of the NFL’s concussion policy in the San Francisco Chronicle on Monday, pushing back on the notion that the league is putting concerns about the […]

It appears as though the New York Giants will be reevaluating the team’s future once again. No, the Giants don’t appear primed to move on from aging quarterback Eli Manning, but rather All-Pro wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. According to a recent report from Mike Florio of NBC Sports’ Pro Football Talk, the makings of […]

The period for NFL teams to use their franchise tags on players is looming, and one player who will likely get tagged is San Francisco 49ers kicker Robbie Gould. With the two-week window allowing NFL teams to designate a franchise player begins tomorrow and lasts until March 5, and it seems highly likely that the […]

Even though Colin Kaepernick settled his collusion case with the NFL, the rumors that suggest he received a large settlement may be greatly exaggerated. As we’ve previously reported, Kaepernick was reportedly at the receiving end of somewhere between $60 to $80 million when his collusion case against the NFL was settled. Through his attorney, Mark […]

Former NFL pass rusher Elvis Dumervil has one of the more prolific defensive players during his professional tenure. Suiting up for the Denver Broncos, Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers before hanging up his cleats back in 2017, Dumervil now believes that his legacy will ultimately lead him to Canton, Ohio en route to the […]

Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick remains unemployed despite recently settling his differences with the league — well, on paper anway. However, it remains as clear as ever that the former San Francisco 49ers signal caller wants to return to the NFL ranks with Kaepernick’s lawyer recently speaking out in regards to such a topic. “He […]

The new league year begins for the NFL in less than a month. The offseason will be in full swing come March—with free agency and trades dominating the headlines. This season could be one of the most active offseasons we’ve seen in a while. There could be tons of trades—with some involving crucial players. Any fan […]

On Friday, former quarterback Colin Kaepernick and the NFL announced that they had settled his joint collusion grievance. While no amount was disclosed, Kaepernick likely received a considerable financial settlement. When asked about the situation during All-Star Game Media Day, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James showed his support for Kaepernick. Here’s what the Lakers’ […]

Cris Carter has come out in support of Colin Kaepernick, and said that the former 49ers quarterback can be the heir apparent to Tom Brady. TMZ Sports spoke to the football legend, who made clear that Robert Kraft, and the rest of the Patriots brass, is “very, very fond” of the Nike spokesman. “I know […]

Just a few hours after it was announced that Colin Kaepernick withdrew his collusion case against the NFL, rumors of his settlement have been springing up. https://twitter.com/mikefreemanNFL/status/1096495453548564480 According to NFL insider Mike Freeman, some NFL officials have speculated that the former 49ers quarterback was paid somewhere in the $60 to $80 million range. But, as […]

A new report suggests that Colin Kaepernick has withdrawn his collusion case against the NFL, and his lawyer announced that they’ve reached an agreement. Colin Kaepernick’s lawyer announces a resolution to the pending grievances. A stunner. https://t.co/WxFbr70KAO — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) February 15, 2019 In an official statement released by Kaepernick’s attorney, Mark Geragos, it […]

The San Francisco 49ers last season came into the year with a lot of hope. It seemed like a turn of a new era. They had Jimmy Garoppolo healthy and the team finally seemed to be prepared for a playoff run. However, they didn’t meet their expectations. Garrapolo got hurt three games into the season. […]

Bad news for Pierre Garcon — the San Francisco 49ers have announced that they’re declining his option and he’ll be released shortly. Breaking on @gmfb: According to @MikeGarafolo, the @49ers will not pick up the option for 2019 on WR @PierreGarcon. pic.twitter.com/doaYudrcCu — Good Morning Football (@gmfb) February 14, 2019 According to the NBC affiliate […]

Colin Kaepernick is certainly principled — and strong in his convictions — but that doesn’t mean he’ll ever see the football field again. Eric Reid on whether he's hopeful Colin Kaepernick is signed this offseason: "Knowing what I know, my hope tank is on E." — Joe Person (@josephperson) February 11, 2019 Fans will remember […]

The San Francisco 49ers are set to hire former NFL wide receiver Miles Austin as an offensive quality control coach, according to Eric Branch of The San Francisco Chronicle. Austin played 10 seasons in the NFL, with the bulk of his career coming with the Dallas Cowboys. The undrafted wide receiver out of Monmouth University […]

The Oakland Raiders are an NFL team—a historic one, at that—and yet, they don’t have a place to play next season. They are slated to move to Las Vegas in 2020, but for 2019, they don’t exactly have things organized. Fortunately for the Raiders, their fellow Bay Area team may be willing to step in […]

The Oakland Raiders are slowly becoming the Las Vegas Raiders with the AFC West set for a full-on transition ahead of the 2020-21 campaign. However, with the team still technically in limbo as the Raiders’ new stadium in “Sin City” continues to be built, the once-heralded franchise still does not have a permanent home for […]

Former NFL wide receiver Wes Welker has become a coach, and a recent announcement has confirmed that he’s been added to the San Francisco 49ers’ staff. The Houston Chronicle was the first to break the news about Welker’s move, and the outlet suggested that he will become the receiver’s coach. League source confirms what @McClain_on_NFL […]

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle was able to establish himself as one of the best players in the league at his position. As a result, he will now look to work with perhaps the greatest tight end of all time in Tony Gonzalez. Kittle was one of the few bright spots for the […]

If the Pittsburgh Steelers move on from Antonio Brown this offseason a rumored landing spot is the San Francisco 49ers and Jerry Rice has made a promise he will mentor him if that happens. Rice was appearing on 95.7 The Game and said if Brown does come to California, he knows he won’t be a […]

Former NFL wide receiver Wes Welker is currently an offensive assistant for the Houston Texans, but he might be moving on. According to Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated, Welker interviewed for assistant coaching jobs with the Green Bay Packers and the San Francisco 49ers. He met with the Packers last week before sitting down with […]

The San Francisco 49ers seem to have found a new quarterbacks coach. According to a Sunday evening report from Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area, the 49ers will be hiring Shane Day to take over as the franchise’s quarterbacks coach. It is also worth noting that Day will be replacing Rich Scangarello, who was […]

San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan doesn’t like to lose, especially when it’s Jon Gruden on the opposite sideline. "I want to beat Gruden always." – @49ers' Kyle Shanahan 👀 (via @TomPelissero) 📺: @seniorbowl LIVE on NFL Network pic.twitter.com/RfOxgXklte — NFL Network (@nflnetwork) January 26, 2019 The two coaches’ relationship goes back to 2004, when […]

The San Francisco 49ers are working on getting a deal done to keep kicker Robbie Gould with the team for the near future. Gould went 33-for-34 on field goal attempts this past season and was clearly a very significant and consistent contributor on offense. Gould also converted 27-0f-29 extra point conversions in 2018. General Manager […]

San Francisco 49ers legend and unofficial NFL commentator on everything Jerry Rice has nothing but high praise for Julian Edelman of the New England Patriots. The Atlantic had a chance to sit down with the former football player to talk about Edelman’s career, and for good reason: the wide receiver is one of only two […]

Jimmy Garoppolo tore his ACL in his left knee on September 23rd but the hope is that he will be able to be a participant when the San Francisco 49ers start organized team activities. According to 49ers General Manager John Lynch, Garoppolo hasn’t suffered any setbacks and the rehab process has been going really well. […]

It is no secret that the San Francisco 49ers endured a rough 2018 NFL season due to injuries. Two of their more notable losses were quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo and running back Jerick McKinnon. Both players had their seasons cut short with ACL injuries. However, it appears they have made some tremendous strides in their respective […]

The San Francisco 49ers are considered one of the top potential destinations for Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown, but the 49ers have not actually made a strong effort to trade for him yet, according to Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. Garafolo says that Brown and 49ers legend Jerry Rice have talked and have tried […]

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman has just spent his first season with the team and has voiced nothing but contentment and satisfaction with the team. Recent news suggests that Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown is unhappy with his current situation and that he may want to join the 49ers. According to TMZ Sports, […]

As the 2019 NFL Draft begins to draw closer, the San Francisco 49ers know that they cannot afford to miss. After another year of disappointing, the franchise wants to get back on track. In order to do so, however, they will need to plug a few more holes that were obvious during the 2018 NFL […]

Former San Francisco 49ers wide receiver recently reached out to 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo via Instagram and expressed an interest in running some routes for the rehabbing quarterback. Owens does not shy away from voicing his opinion, but this time around he appears to be willing to lend a helping hand. T.O. believes he can […]

Former 49ers quarterback coach Rich Scangarello is expected to get hired by the Denver Broncos as the offensive coordinator. #49ers QB coach Rich Scangarello is back in the building in Denver for another day, and sources say his interview with Vic Fangio and others went well. The expectation, barring a snag in talks, is that […]

Jerry Rice hinted at it, and it just might come to pass: according to a new report, the San Francisco 49ers have a “real interest” in Antonio Brown. According to NBC Sports, the 49ers “have a real interest” in the beleaguered Steeler, though it’s unclear how they plan on going about acquiring him. “The contract […]

The San Francisco 49ers have emerged as frontrunners to acquire Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown. However, it appears the Oakland Raiders may have the edge in the Bay Area. There are a number of signs that have resulted in the 49ers being pegged as favorites to trade for Brown. NFL analyst John Clayton said […]

The Antonio Brown saga continues as Jerry Rice weighs in on the possibility of the beleaguered Steeler playing for the 49ers. Brown posted a photo of a FaceTime conversation between himself and the legendary football player on his Instagram story page. Rice was interviewed by 95.7 The Game about what was discussed. “Yeah, yeah, yeah, […]

The San Francisco 49ers entered the 2018 season with playoff hopes. How could they not with the way they ended the 2017 season by riding the arm of their newly acquired QB Jimmy Garoppolo? But then the offseason hit and nothing went as many thought it should. With $100 million+ at their disposal, the 49ers forgot to provide […]