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Injuries have been a big part of the San Francisco 49ers’ landscape this summer. But at least Christian McCaffrey looks solid so far. Assuming the 49ers don’t get devastated by injuries, here are three bold predictions for the 2025 NFL season. Closing with four straight losses, the 49ers went 6-11 last season. They also lost […]

The San Francisco 49ers have released veteran running back Jeff Wilson Jr., ESPN’s Senior NFL insider reported Tuesday. The move comes as the team finalizes its roster ahead of the 2025 NFL season, which begins next weekend. Wilson Jr., 29, signed with San Francisco on Aug. 11, marking a short-lived reunion with the franchise where […]

The San Francisco 49ers got a welcome boost on Monday as rookie defensive lineman Mykel Williams returned to practice after missing time with a knee injury. Williams, the team’s most recent first-round pick and a former standout at Georgia, had been sidelined since going down earlier this month during joint drills with the Denver Broncos. […]

It looks like the San Francisco 49ers didn’t give up too much to get Brian Robinson Jr. from the Commanders. And it could be a win-win for both teams. Furthermore, here is Robinson’s first impression of the 49ers and head coach Kyle Shanahan, according to a post on X by 95.7 The Game. “I’m very […]

Recently, the San Francisco 49ers traded with the Washington Commanders for running back Brian Robinson in exchange for a sixth round draft pick. Robinson figures to add another skill positional weapon to help out a 49ers offense led by newly resigned 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy. On Monday, Robinson took part in his first practice with […]

The San Francisco 49ers’ receiving room needed an injection of talent. With Jauan Jennings nursing a calf injury and veteran Brandon Aiyuk out for a few weeks, it was clear that more help was needed. GM John Lynch decided to address it, trading for former Kansas City Chiefs second-rounder Skyy Moore a few days ago. […]

The San Francisco 49ers are hoping for a bounce back year in 2025 after they missed the playoffs altogether in 2024 on the heels of their Super Bowl appearance. The 49ers made some big moves this offseason, including most notably fully committing to quarterback Brock Purdy by extending him on a new contract. The 49ers […]

Despite an unsatisfying 2024 season, the San Francisco 49ers are full steam ahead for 2025. The injuries and ineffectiveness that plagues head coach Kyle Shanahan’s roster will hopefully remain in the past, and the team is looking for a return to the postseason in 2025. While most of the Niners are locked in for the […]

Another year, another Jake Moody debacle during the offseason. Despite Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers seemingly committing to their former third-round pick ahead of the 2025 preseason, fans have found yet another reason to criticize the kicker’s standing with the team. Fans have been split on Moody throughout his two-year career, but the […]

In the midst of his height in popularity, San Francisco 49ers star Christian McCaffrey has launched a new clothing brand, While on Earth. McCaffrey made the announcement on social media on Monday, August 25, 2025. He is joining the brand as a co-founder and investor. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Christian […]

Every year, fantasy football managers do endless amounts of research in the hopes of identifying the next sleeper. Sleepers are essentially players that were overlooked on draft day, falling down draft boards, but ultimately outproduced their ADP (average draft position) massively. So much so that these players tend to find themselves on fantasy football championship […]

The NFL trade market has been hot over the last few weeks, and the San Francisco 49ers have been right at the center of some of the action as they try to beef up on offense. The Niners pulled off one of the biggest trades of the preseason when they agreed to acquire running back […]

The San Francisco 49ers are dealing with injuries as they get ready for Week 1, and it seems like most of the injuries are coming from the wide receiver room. The latest injury to pop up was Jacob Cowing, and he could miss some extended time, according to The Athletic’s Matt Barrows. “Kyle Shanahan said DE […]

The San Francisco 49ers have been dealing with injuries at the wide receiver position, and it’s hard to know who will be available when Week 1 comes around. One receiver in question is Jauan Jennings, who has been out for some time because of a calf injury. Luckily, it sounds like he’ll be ready when […]

The San Francisco 49ers were looking everywhere for wide receiver help this preseason while both Jauan Jennings and Brandon Aiyuk make their way back from injuries, and they found it in the form of Skyy Moore. Moore hasn’t been able to get his career off the ground in Kansas City, struggling to find playing time […]

The San Francisco 49ers closed out their preseason with a 30-23 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers at Levi’s Stadium on Saturday, a game defined by turnovers and showcased linebacker Curtis Robinson’s fourth-quarter pick-six. The veteran defender returned an interception 32 yards for the go-ahead score with 6:06 remaining, a play that could strengthen his […]

Elijah Mitchell continues to push for a roster spot as the Kansas City Chiefs wrapped up their preseason finale Friday night, and his most recent outing delivered more than just another score—it delivered a message. Mitchell’s preseason touchdown stood out in a 29-27 loss to the Chicago Bears, showcasing why he could be a key […]

After the San Francisco 49ers traded for running back Brian Robinson Jr. with the Washington Commanders, it could be a deal that favors the 49ers more than it appears on the surface. San Francisco landed Robinson Jr. in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round pick. When Robinson Jr. was deemed inactive for the Commanders’ last preseason game, the […]

Brian Robinson Jr.’s time with the Washington Commanders has officially come to an end. Friday morning, Robinson Jr. was traded to the San Francisco 49ers in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round draft pick. Robinson Jr. was deemed inactive in the Commanders’ most recent preseason game, signaling an end to the relationship. The Commanders reportedly are […]

The San Francisco 49ers are trying to accentuate the positive as they deal with a ton of injuries. And they’ve been wheeling and dealing to cover depth issues. But there are still roster spots to be decided, and here are two surprise preseason cuts to watch before Week 1. At the head of the list […]

The San Francisco 49ers aren’t done wheeling and dealing! Two days after trading for Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Skyy Moore, the Niners are now looking to retool another skill position. The Washington Commanders are sending running back Brian Robinson to the Bay for a sixth-round pick, per Adam Schefter. Robinson was selected by the […]

The San Francisco 49ers have massive injury problems at wide receiver. But they have their quarterback under wraps. And offensive tackle Tren Williams said he’s getting offensive player of the year vibes from Christian McCaffrey ahead of the 2025 season, according to a post on X by David Lombardi. Trent Williams on CMC: “Christian looks […]

Ricky Pearsall and the San Francisco 49ers have a tough situation going on in the receiving corps. Injuries continue to plague the position even though the 2025 NFL season is a few weeks away. Brandon Aiyuk continues to recover from an ACL injury he suffered last season, Jauan Jennings is nursing a calf injury, and […]

The San Francisco 49ers are undergoing a turbulent preseason, with injuries to numerous wide receivers. As the 49ers trade rumors continue, many see them getting another receiver before Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season. Yet, there is another position that badly needs upgrading. The 49ers traded for Skyy Moore to help with their depleted […]

The San Francisco 49ers and quarterback Brock Purdy entered the 2025 offseason with a mutual interest in signing a long-term extension. While the deal eventually got done, Purdy admitted that the Buffalo Bills’ extension of Josh Allen threw his plans for a loop. Allen was not up for an extension, making his $250 million deal […]

The San Francisco 49ers have made several aggressive moves this offseason. San Fran handed out big contract extensions for Fred Warner and George Kittle earlier this summer. They also handed out a massive $265 million contract for QB Brock Purdy. It seems his head coach was a big part of making that deal come together. […]

Brock Purdy’s journey from the final pick of the draft to the face of the San Francisco 49ers franchise has been full of turning points. His latest growth as a quarterback, however, is not about contracts or accolades but about moments on the practice field that reveal how far he has come as a leader. […]

Yesterday, the San Francisco 49ers were rumored to be in the hunt for a wide receiver. With key injuries to their wide receivers, finding a capable pass-catcher was at the top of their priority list. They quickly filled that void by trading for former Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Skyy Moore. Unfortunately for the 49ers, […]

The Kansas City Chiefs made headlines with a surprise Skyy Moore trade, just days after the wide receiver delivered a highlight-reel moment in the NFL preseason. Moore’s last Instagram post — made shortly after his 88-yard punt return touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 2, now reads like a final chapter in his Kansas […]

On Wednesday, the NFL has been busy with multiple trades across the league. The New York Jets traded with the Minnesota Vikings for Harrison Phillips. The New Orleans Saints were also active, making a deal with the Denver Broncos for wideout Devaughn Vele. As it turned out, he was not the only pass catcher on […]

The San Francisco 49ers are gearing up for the 2025 NFL season. They have high hopes for the upcoming campaign after a last-place finish in 2024. Unfortunately, San Francisco will head into Week 1 without one of their top free agent signings in wide receiver DeMarcus Robinson. Robinson has been suspended for the first three […]

Things are not so happy in Landover, Maryland, as Terry McLaurin has demanded a trade after contract extension negotiations broke down. Now, it’s just a matter of what happens next. The San Francisco 49ers have entered the fray, and there is a chance they will send an offer. Notably, there is a perfect 49ers trade […]

With the roster cut-down deadline fast approaching, NFL teams are scrambling to find players to plug specific holes in their rosters. The Minnesota Vikings are one such team, for example. With Jordan Addison potentially gone for an extended period, they are reportedly on the hunt for an extra wide receiver or two to bolster their […]

The San Francisco 49ers have been hit with a string of injuries that could complicate their upcoming season, and now face another setback after quarterback Mac Jones suffered a knee sprain during Saturday’s preseason win over the Las Vegas Raiders. The injury occurred late in the second quarter when Jones was hit by two defenders […]

The San Francisco 49ers are set to take on the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday, August 23, for their final preseason game. However, San Francisco is experiencing some injury woes, and the club made some roster moves ahead of Saturday’s contest. Running back Patrick Taylor Jr. will reportedly miss the entire 2025-26 campaign due to […]

The hobbled San Francisco 49ers are picking up a quarterback, to help Brock Purdy out if needed. The 49ers signed free-agent quarterback Nate Sudfeld on Tuesday, per ESPN. Sudfeld has played sparingly in his NFL career for the Detroit Lions and the Philadelphia Eagles. He last played in the NFL in 2022 for the Lions, […]

It has been a rough road for the San Francisco 49ers and their wide receivers, even though they downplayed the situation. And they whiffed on a trade. Trying to move forward, the 49ers worked out three receivers amid the team’s injury woes. The receivers’ names won’t open any eyes: Colton Dowell, Jalen Guyton, and J.J. […]

A highly anticipated collaboration between Oscar-winning director Spike Lee and ESPN Films has come to an abrupt end. The multi-part documentary series on former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick, long expected to be a bold, first-person chronicle of one of the most polarizing athletes of the last decade, will no longer see the light of day. […]

No NFL team is more active on the trade market than the Philadelphia Eagles, and that was on display once again on Sunday. The Eagles made an intriguing trade with the Houston Texans to acquire wide receiver John Metchie III, taking a flyer on a talented pass-catcher to lift their offense. While the Texans don’t […]