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The San Francisco 49ers find themselves at a crossroads with wide receiver Jauan Jennings. After a breakout 2024 campaign, posting career-highs with 77 catches, 975 yards, and six touchdowns, Jennings is seeking a new contract or a trade as he enters the final year of his deal. With Brandon Aiyuk still recovering from a major […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in a position to make a bold move that could reshape their offensive identity for the coming season. With a reputation for physical football and a renewed focus on surrounding their quarterback with reliable playmakers, the Steelers have every reason to pursue a proven wide receiver who can thrive in high-leverage […]

While at the American Century Celebrity Championship on Sunday, San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle resumed his feud with WWE Superstar The Miz. They met on the links during the event. Kittle and The Miz exchanged words. As The Miz gloated towards the crowd, Kittle tuned up the band, hitting a Shawn Michaels-like superkick […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are staring at a pivotal opportunity to reshape their offense and accelerate their climb in a competitive AFC landscape. With the departure of key wide receivers and the need to provide quarterback Justin Herbert with a reliable, physical target, the Chargers have every reason to pursue a proven playmaker. Enter Jauan […]

The San Francisco 49ers had several injuries on offense last season, and that meant that other players had to step up. Jauan Jennings was one of the players who answered the call, and he had one of the best seasons of his career. With one year left on his contract, he’s looking for a new […]

For the first time since ESPN began its annual NFL positional rankings in 2020, San Francisco 49ers left tackle Trent Williams is no longer perched atop the list at offensive tackle. Williams, who had held the No. 1 spot for four consecutive years, fell to No. 4 in the 2025 rankings. Which is an eye-opener […]

The 49ers are coming off a disappointing 6-11 finish in 2024, and as they set their sights on a stronger 2025, a lot of their hopes ride on Christian McCaffrey being healthy and back to his explosive self. After missing most of last season due to multiple injuries, McCaffrey is drawing strong praise from teammates […]

Kyle Juszczyk has undoubtedly been on an emotional ride. The San Francisco 49ers’ fullback is entering a vital chapter of his career this offseason. On March 11, he was released from the team with little notice, leaving his teammates and fans shocked. But a few days later, he was brought back and signed to a […]

The San Francisco 49ers had a disappointing 2024 campaign, only winning six games and missing the playoffs. Now the 49ers have a renewed sense of optimism heading into the 2025 season. It helps to have one of the league’s best tight ends on the team. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler ranked the top 10 tight ends in […]

The San Francisco 49ers have will eventually find out if Brandon Aiyuk is at full strength. He lost 10 games of action due to a knee injury. Well, Aiyuk received a stunning injury update Thursday. One that fans needed to know as NFL training camp draws near. Longtime 49ers insider for NBC Sports Bay Area […]

The San Francisco 49ers’ newly acquired wide receiver Demarcus Robinson has pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor DUI charge in connection with a November 2024 arrest when he was a member of the Los Angeles Rams. The plea was entered during a court appearance on Tuesday in Los Angeles, where Robinson was sentenced to 36 […]

In a surprising twist, ESPN awarded the Los Angeles Rams a higher offseason grade (A) than their NFC West rival, the San Francisco 49ers (A-). While both teams made impactful moves, the Rams’ bold blend of short- and long-term planning sets them apart, and the better grades signal a possible NFL power shift in the […]

The San Francisco 49ers have a wonderful history that includes five Super Bowl victories and eight overall appearances. Therefore, it’s pretty easy to find some great teams in an organization with such a rich history. When examining the 10 greatest 49ers teams of all time, it’s essential to consider the impact they made and the […]

The San Francisco 49ers were one of the more disappointing teams in the NFL last season. San Fran fell from grace, winning only six games and finishing last in the NFC West. The 49ers had a strong offseason and are ready to compete for a division title in 2025. Hopefully a motivated Brock Purdy can […]

There are question marks for the San Francisco 49ers about running back Christian McCaffrey. But the team has made interesting additions on defense. If the 49ers decide to make more moves, here are two sneaky trade candidates entering the 2025 training camp. First, you can rule out Christian McCaffrey. He will be a trade candidate […]

The San Francisco 49ers were one of the most disappointing teams in the NFL during the 2024 season. San Francisco only won six games in 2024 and finished dead last in the NFC West standings. The 49ers will be looking to make some huge improvements this fall, headlined by a healthy Christian McCaffrey. ESPN’s Jeremy […]

The San Francisco 49ers may have gotten more than just pass-rushing help when they acquired Bryce Huff. It seems like they also picked up a player who’s finally ready to speak his truth. In a recent podcast appearance, the 27-year-old edge rusher offered a surprisingly candid glimpse into his lone season with the Philadelphia Eagles. […]

Defensive end Bryce Huff will have a new zip code once again after he was traded to the San Francisco 49ers by the Philadelphia Eagles for a future draft pick. Huff only lasted one season with the Eagles and was inactive during the team’s Super Bowl victory. While he was quickly let go in Philadelphia, […]

Brock Purdy still hears the “game manager” and “system quarterback” labels attached to him. There’s a population of fans and analysts believing Purdy is a product of what Kyle Shanahan created. Arik Armstead begs to differ, however. Armstead moved away from the Bay Area to join the Jacksonville Jaguars last season. But he still thinks […]

While San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey pushes hard to get physically ready for the upcoming season, teammate Brandon Aiyuk seems distracted by trade rumors. But here is the 49ers’ most fierce positional battle to watch at the team’s 2025 training camp. The 49ers should have quite a competition at the cornerback position. Currently […]

There’s no such thing as too early when it comes to the NFL Draft. This is especially true if you’re the San Francisco 49ers. This is a team with perennial Super Bowl aspirations and a savvy front office. They also have a roster full of aging stars who could soon be on the wrong side […]

The San Francisco 49ers managed to sign Brock Purdy to a five-year, $265 million contract extension this offseason, but that isn’t the only quarterback move they have made as of late. The Niners also scooped up Mac Jones in free agency to be Purdy’s backup, although he recently joked that he had some beef to […]

The San Francisco 49ers made a bold move in their ongoing offseason transformation by trading wide receiver Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders. The decision, driven by GM John Lynch’s offseason plan to build a “younger and cheaper” roster, represented a turning point for the 49ers offense, and for teammates like tight end George Kittle, […]

In the midst of a busy offseason for the San Francisco 49ers, cornerback Deommodore Lenoir has found himself in legal trouble after getting arrested in a recent incident. Reports indicate that the 25-year-old defensive back allegedly resisted a police officer during an incident involving a firearm, according to Ari Meirov of the 33rd Team and […]

Star running back Christian McCaffrey of the San Francisco 49ers and Bijan Robinson, running back for the Atlanta Falcons, have been making headlines this offseason — not with highlight-reel plays, but with a single photo that perfectly captures their physical progress and shared dedication. McCaffrey shared an image featuring himself, his brother Luke McCaffrey, and […]

As the San Francisco 49ers gear up for the 2025 training camp, the franchise finds itself at a familiar crossroads: balancing a championship-caliber roster with the financial and strategic realities of the NFL. The 49ers have made bold moves in recent years, but with a roster flush with talent and a few lingering contract conundrums, […]

While it’s not imminent, San Fransisco 49ers star George Kittle will eventually retire, and then he may head to WWE as a wrestler. Speaking to the Bussin’ with the Boys podcast (via NBC Sports Bay Area), Kittle discussed his future plans. He will keep playing “until I don’t have fun anymore,” but then he will […]

It is no secret that San Francisco 49ers star tight end George Kittle is the biggest fan of tight ends on the planet. He, along with Travis Kelce and Greg Olsen, started Tight End University, which is a camp directed at developing tight ends. During this year’s event in Nashville, Kittle spoke to the media. […]

After avoiding injuries in his first two seasons with the San Francisco 49ers, Christian McCaffrey appeared in just four games in 2024. As the veteran running back looks to rebound from one of the strangest setbacks of his career, head coach Kyle Shanahan believes everything is falling into place. Despite McCaffrey turning 29 on June […]

Brandon Aiyuk is making waves again, and this time his message cuts straight through the noise. The San Francisco 49ers wide receiver shared a blunt and revealing post on his YouTube channel, taking direct aim at trade rumors that surfaced while he was sidelined and injured. “They was talking bout trading me while I was […]

The San Francisco 49ers have spent the better part of the past five years as a perennial Super Bowl contender. With an elite defense, one of the most dynamic running backs in football, and a breakout quarterback in Brock Purdy, the Niners have come agonizingly close to hoisting another Lombardi Trophy a couple of times. […]

The San Francisco 49ers are a bit on the young side for 2025. But they still have a solid head coach. And here are the two hottest takes coming out of the 49ers’ 2025 minicamp. All eyes seem to be on Christian McCaffrey this season. And why not? When the running back is on the […]

The most prized addition to the San Francisco 49ers defense wasn’t a free agent defender. It’s Robert Saleh coming back as defensive coordinator. Which got George Kittle warning the league of “violence” ahead of 2025. The All-Pro tight end spoke to The Rich Eisen Show Wednesday to warn opposing offenses what’s coming. “Violence is coming […]

John Lynch, the general manager of the San Francisco 49ers, didn’t hold back about the team’s difficult offseason. Every hard choice, from parting ways with key veterans to reshaping the roster, was guided by a clear vision. “We had to get younger and we had to get a little cheaper,” Lynch explained, highlighting the team’s […]

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch made it clear that the upcoming NFL season is a pivotal one for the team, with an offseason emphasis on youth development and long-term championship goals. Coming off a disastrous 6–11 finish that saw the Niners finish last in the NFC West, the team is reshaping its identity […]

The San Francisco 49ers had a disappointing season plagued by injuries and inconsistency. Now, they look to bounce back and reclaim their spot as NFC West champions. But not everyone will be around to see it happen. Three 49ers players are in danger of not making the roster after the 2025 minicamp concludes, and two […]

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan and tight end George Kittle have been through a lot together. The former joined the franchise in 2017, and the latter was drafted a couple months later. They weathered some rough beginnings, as the team went just 10-22 during their first two years in the Bay Area. Eventually, […]

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle recently teased Brock Purdy over his massive contract extension. The franchise has locked up its quarterback for the foreseeable future, and now the pressure is on. After making the Super Bowl two seasons ago, San Francisco went through a very trying 2024 campaign. But the energy during mandatory […]

There’s no doubt that San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch admits the struggles from last year, especially how they were eliminated from playoff contention, a year removed from a Super Bowl berth. Lynch would speak about another regret from the past, which involves a heavily rumored 49ers wide receiver in Brandon Aiyuk, relating to […]