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After seven years in the NFL, followed by a one-year hiatus, Matt Breida is officially retiring. The Georgia Southern alum entered the league as an undrafted running back with the San Francisco 49ers in 2017, but most recently was a member of the New York Giants. Breida, 30, decided to retire after reportedly turning down […]

One week after returning to the San Francisco 49ers’ preseason practice, Nick Bosa missed the team’s joint practice with the Las Vegas Raiders due to another injury. However, much like his previous absences, there does not seem to be any reason for concern. Bosa sat out of the 49ers-Raiders joint practice due to general soreness, […]

The San Francisco 49ers are dealing with a few injuries, and they were recently handed another one, this time on the offensive line, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. “49ers place former first-round pick, OL Andre Dillard, on season-ending injured reserve,” Schefter wrote on X, formerly Twitter. Dillard was drafted in the first round of the […]

Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers are eager to bounce back from their dismal stint last season, which saw them miss the playoffs despite battling in the Super Bowl just a year prior. The 49ers’ training camp in Santa Clara continues to be extra crucial, especially after losing 20 players, including nine starters, this […]

The San Francisco 49ers are entering the 2025 season with uncertainty surrounding wide receiver Jauan Jennings’ contract situation. Jennings, 28, is entering the final year of a two-year, $15.4 million extension he signed in May 2024. After an impressive 2024 season with 77 catches, 975 yards, and six touchdowns in 15 games, the wide receiver’s […]

The San Francisco 49ers hit the reset button after last season and are looking to get back to their peak form in 205 under Kyle Shanahan. While some roster drain hurt the 49ers last season, they also struggled with a number of injuries to key players that really hurt their quest to defend their NFC […]

With San Francisco 49ers star Brandon Aiyuk looking to return from an injury, he has still been contributing to the team, despite not being 100 percent healthy. After the 49ers lost to the Denver Broncos in the team’s preseason opener, the wide receiver room is an interesting unit for the team, as Aiyuk has been […]

It’s the old NFL next-man-up scenario, and the injury to Jordan Watkins of the San Francisco 49ers provided an opportunity at the receiver position. And that’s where one of two roster hopefuls improved their stock after the loss to the Broncos. Rookie wide receiver Junior Bergen took a step forward, according to Sports Illustrated. His […]

These days, the San Francisco 49ers and Kyle Shanahan have to keep their options open because of injuries at the receiver position. But at least they have a target date for Brandon Aiyuk’s return. Meanwhile, Amari Cooper or Gabe Davis might not be options for the 49ers amid the injuries. The problem with both of […]

The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for a pivotal 2025 season, and quarterback Brock Purdy is entering it with the same mentality that has defined his career. Known for his underdog story, the former last pick of the 2022 NFL Draft continues to emphasize leadership over outside opinions. In an appearance on the Richard Sherman […]

The San Francisco 49ers lost a receiver for the season, and they also have their sights set on getting another back. Unfortunately, they suffered another offensive injury at training camp, according to a post on X by Nick Wagoner via Adam Schefter. “Another 49ers WR injury: Nick Wagoner @nwagoner #49ers rookie WR Jordan Watkins has […]

The San Francisco 49ers are hoping for a healthy and productive season as they look to vault themselves into contention on the heels of a down 2024 season. A large part of the 49ers’ freefall last year was due to injury, as several key players went down with various ailments throughout the year. One of […]

Injuries were the story last season, as the San Francisco 49ers finished with a 6-11 record. With the franchise hoping to remain healthier in the 2025-26 campaign, the organization received bad news for one of its veteran running backs on the roster. Reports indicate that Ameer Abdullah, who is 32 years old, has been placed […]

The San Francisco 49ers are adding depth to their defense as training camp continues, and it’s someone who will help their defensive line, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. “Free agent DE Trevis Gipson is signing with the 49ers, per his agent Murphy McGuire. Gipson has 11 career sacks, including 7.0 with Chicago in 2021,” Fowler […]

The San Francisco 49ers gained a new gauge of what their 2025 roster looks like Saturday. Even after taking the 30-9 loss to the Denver Broncos in their NFL Preseason opener. Kyle Shanahan rested his veteran starters from Brock Purdy, to Nick Bosa, to George Kittle. All three won’t worry about their starting spots becoming […]

The San Francisco 49ers cannot last more than a few months without losing their entire running back room to injury, even in the preseason. With multiple key players back on the shelf, the 49ers added former starter Jeff Wilson Jr. to their 2025 offseason roster. Wilson, 29, signed with the 49ers on Sunday, ESPN’s Adam […]

During the Denver Broncos’ joint practice with the San Francisco 49ers this week, a familiar figure made an appearance on the practice fields at Levi’s Stadium. Mike Shanahan, the former Broncos head coach, was there to support his son Kyle Shanahan and the 49ers. While the elder Shanahan was there to support his son, he […]

The San Francisco 49ers have placed veteran wide receiver Equanimeous St. Brown on injured reserve (IR), effectively ending his 2025 season, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. St. Brown suffered a foot injury during a joint practice with the Denver Broncos on Thursday, prompting the move ahead of Week 1 of the preseason. St. Brown, 28, stands […]

The San Francisco 49ers are going to enter the 2025 season as one of the more banged-up teams in the NFL. The Niners are dealing with concerning injuries on both sides of the ball. Only time will tell if the 49ers will overcome these injuries, but for now, some are not good. The wide receiver […]

There has to be a reason why Sean Payton said the Denver Broncos are capable of winning Super Bowl 60. And it probably came from the defensive side of the ball. Brock Purdy knows, as the Broncos made his life miserable in a joint practice. Multiple posts on X told the story, including this one […]

The San Francisco 49ers are looking to put last season behind them. San Francisco disappointed in an injury-marred campaign, finishing 6-11 and missing out on the playoffs in 2024. Fortunately, former Offensive Player of the Year Christian McCaffrey is healthy and ready to go for the season opener this year. And quarterback Brock Purdy is […]

The San Francisco 49ers have had a slight injury concern as of late with superstar pass rusher Nick Bosa missing the last few practices with soreness. The injury may have especially ruffled some 49ers fans’ feathers considering that the team’s season in 2024 essentially ended before it ever had a chance to begin in large […]

The San Francisco 49ers are among the many teams currently making tweaks to their roster ahead of the upcoming NFL season. The 49ers’ preseason slate is set to begin this weekend against the Denver Broncos, but the team has already made some noteworthy signings and cuts as training camp goes on. That continued on Thursday […]

At 37 years old and entering his 15th season, San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams has seen it all in the NFL. He’s been a picture of consistency, widely regarded as one of the best in his position. He, however, was hobbled by an ankle injury last season, limiting him to just 10 games. […]

The San Francisco 49ers had a season to forget, as injuries and tragedy caused them to fall to 6-11 and miss the playoffs. Now, they hope to bounce back and thrive in the 2025 NFL season. As always, 49ers training camp has had its share of drama. From Jauan Jennings requesting a new contract with […]

Christian McCaffrey is one of the most unpredictable players when it comes to fantasy football. He seems to alternate years between being the best running back in the sport and being stuck in street clothes because of injuries. Last year, the San Francisco 49ers star dealt with the latter half of that equation despite being […]

Running back Christian McCaffrey and San Francisco 49ers want nothing more than to redeem themselves after an abysmal performance last season. They missed the playoffs after winning only six games despite coming off an appearance in the Super Bowl a year before. The 49ers were stricken by injuries in their forgettable campaign, and it looks […]

The NFL has officially banned the use of smelling salts and ammonia inhalants during games starting with the 2025 season. The decision, detailed in a memo sent to all 32 teams, has drawn particular criticism from San Francisco 49ers All-Pro tight end George Kittle, who openly voiced his frustration during a live NFL Network segment. […]

The NFL tends to make several rule changes each offseason that are implemented into the following season. The upcoming 2025-26 campaign is no different, as the league apparently decided to ban smelling salts during games. San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle simply can’t believe the decision, as he shared a hilarious response to the […]

2024 was pretty much a disaster for the San Francisco 49ers. The team was expected to make another deep playoff run. However, injuries, inconsistency, and the loss of key personnel contributed to a 6-11 campaign. As head coach Kyle Shanahan and GM John Lynch retooled their roster, it was clear that this year’s draft would […]

On Tuesday, the San Francisco 49ers re-signed wide receiver Equanimeous St. Brown to a one-year deal after releasing him on July 31. St. Brown had initially signed with the Niners on July 22, and after a recent injury to receiver Andy Isabella, Equanimeous St. Brown is back in San Francisco. Haven’t seen this before:#49ers just […]

The San Francisco 49ers are hoping to bounce back in the 2025-26 campaign after ending last season with a 6-11 record. However, there is some concern with star edge rusher Nick Bosa, as he missed his third consecutive practice on Tuesday. Head coach Kyle Shanahan shared an important update regarding Bosa’s situation. Despite sitting out […]

NFL training camp means time for fans to see what they have in their teams for the upcoming season, but it is also time for some position battles to be sorted out. Those competitions will be decided over the course of the preseason leading up to the regular season at the start of September, but […]

The San Francisco 49ers have made a flurry of roster moves during camp. And there’s at least one reason to panic overall. Not helping matters is the news that Kyle Shanahan revealed two concerning training camp injuries. It turned out to be one player from each side of the ball, according to a post on […]

As the San Francisco 49ers gear up for a pivotal week that includes joint practices with the Denver Broncos and their preseason opener, the team brought in six players for workouts—three offensive tackles and three cornerbacks—on Sunday. It’s a clear sign the Niners are looking to reinforce depth in the trenches and the secondary ahead […]

The San Francisco 49ers and Dallas Cowboys don’t make deals often. But pulling off a second blockbuster trade since 2023 looks enticing. Especially with Micah Parsons involved. Niners fans likely remember who departed around this time two years ago. Trey Lance was shipped away to the Cowboys on Aug. 25, 2023. San Francisco and general […]

The San Francisco 49ers already feature a changed wide receiver room for 2025. Now they’re bringing in a past 1,000-yard performer while releasing another WR. Per ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter Sunday, the franchise have brought in Robbie Chosen. The veteran WR worked through drills on Saturday. He even fired off the signal that he […]

Country music star Morgan Wallen knew exactly how to fire up the Bay Area crowd Friday night — and he didn’t do it alone. Wallen, performing the first of two sold-out shows in Santa Clara as part of his “I’m the Problem” tour, made a grand entrance at Levi’s Stadium flanked by two San Francisco […]

When Philip Rivers formally announced his retirement from the NFL on July 21, 2025, it left NFL fans with one major question: Wasn’t he retired already? While yes, technically Rivers did, as, after playing his final NFL snap with the Indianapolis Colts in 2020 he declared his playing career was over, but in the years […]