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Frank Clark is expected to head to the free agency market after his contract talks with the Kansas City Chiefs fell through. Clark is an elite pass rusher with the third most sacks in playoff history, with 13.5. With that said, he should garner interest from multiple teams. Teams looking to add a pass rusher […]

With the recent signing of veteran quarterback Derek Carr, Jameis Winston’s future with the New Orleans Saints could now be up in the air. With Carr locked in as the starter, the Saints could look to release Winston to free up cap space. By releasing him prior to June 1, they would take on a […]

Philip Rivers has been out of the NFL since 2020. But when the San Francisco 49ers and Miami Dolphins were going through quarterback problems, Rivers contemplated an NFL return. Rivers contacted both the Dolphins and 49ers about coming back to the field this past season, via the Rich Eisen Show. With both teams facing quarterback […]

With Brock Purdy set to undergo elbow surgery on Wednesday and expected to miss a big chunk of the 2023 season, the San Francisco 49ers are looking at a veteran quarterback to pair with 2021 first-round pick Trey Lance, according to Bally Sports’ Michael Silver. Three signal-callers that the franchise are reportedly interested in include […]

The future of Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is up in the air, even if he doesn’t retire, it is unknown what team he will play for in 2023. However, it seems unlikely that the Las Vegas Raiders and San Francisco 49ers will make a run at the veteran quarterback, according to Michael Silver […]

It’s a cliche at this point: if you have two quarterbacks, you have none. But the San Francisco 49ers are not afraid to dream, daring to ask the question: what if you have three? With incumbent starter Brock Purdy set to have Tommy John surgery in his throwing elbow on Wednesday and 2021 first-rounder Trey […]

The latest Brock Purdy update is exactly what the San Francisco 49ers and their fans want to hear. The rookie quarterback is slated to have elbow surgery after a successful first season. Purdy’s surgery was rescheduled just as it was supposed to happen but the latest update is a good one. His latest checkup with […]

Mike McGlinchey is one of the biggest names on the NFL free agency market in 2023. The San Francisco 49ers right tackle is the best player available at his position, a position that many teams around the league need to fill or upgrade. That’s why teams like the Miami Dolphins, Tennessee Titans, and Chicago Bears […]

The San Francisco 49ers already have question marks surrounding their quarterback situation next season, and will now have to find a new kicker as well. After six seasons in the Bay, Robbie Gould announced his decision to enter free agency and sign with a new team, as reported by Adam Schefter of ESPN. Gould proved […]

Fred Warner is a talented middle linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers.In fact, the team secured his services after Fred inked a lucrative five year, $95 million contract extension. Although the 49ers failed to advance to Super Bowl LVII, Fred can find solace in the comfort of his supportive wife. For this piece, let’s get […]

When the San Francisco 49ers acquired dynamic running back Christian McCaffrey from the Carolina Panthers, most fans simply looked at the deal from the standpoint of the 49ers adding an elite offensive talent. A two-time Pro Bowl selection at 26-years-old, the Colorado native has been one of the most productive and electric backs in the […]

The San Francisco 49ers are undergoing a big change on defense for 2023. Defensive coordinator DeMeco Ryans is out after taking the head coaching gig with the Houston Texans and Steve Wilks will be taking his place. Nick Bosa isn’t worried because he knows the roster is still stacked with high-end talent. Bosa said that […]

The jersey worn by former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Joe Montana in two Super Bowl victories was auctioned off for $1.2 million, setting the record paid for a football jersey at an auction, ESPN Associate Editor Dan Hajducky wrote in a Thursday article. The previous record was for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers jersey Tom Brady wore in […]

Following his release from the Atlanta Falcons, quarterback Marcus Mariota is one of many veteran quarterbacks now set to be on the free-agent market. With NFL Free Agency set to kick off in the near future, Mariota could soon find a new home. The former Heisman winner and second overall pick in the 2015 NFL […]

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch has basically shut down the talks about the team potentially signing Jimmy Garoppolo and Tom Brady in free agency. As if it wasn’t obvious that the 49ers are moving on from Garoppolo once he hits free agency this March, Lynch made it abundantly clear that the veteran quarterback […]

The San Francisco 49ers don’t want a repeat of the 2022-23 postseason when they practically ran out of quarterbacks. Brock Purdy, their third QB of the season, went down with an injury in the NFC Championship Game. 49ers’ GM John Lynch hinted at their QB plan moving forward, per Cam Inman. “We may have to […]

Jimmy Garoppolo is one of the biggest names on the quarterback market in NFL free agency this offseason. Despite the San Francisco 49ers’ rush to move on from the 31-year-old QB, Jimmy G is 40-17 as a starter in his career and has won four playoff games. That’s why teams like the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, […]

Despite officially retiring, not everyone believes Tom Brady is truly done with the NFL. If Brady were to make a shocking return – once again – one NFL executive believes the San Francisco 49ers should be hot on his tail. While his retirement papers have been handed in, that rival executive thinks Brady could still […]

With back-to-back NFC Championship appearances, a lot of eyes will be on the San Francisco 49ers. With that said, ahead of the 2023 NFL offseason, we’ll be making our 49ers offseason predictions. San Francisco battled injuries all season long, having three different starting quarterbacks. It started with Trey Lance getting his shot before he went […]

After just one season, Carson Wentz’s time with the Washington Commanders has come to a close. After being released by the Commanders, Wentz is now looking for his fourth NFL franchise. Wentz appeared in just eight games for the Commanders. He went 2-5 as a starter, throwing for 1,755 yards, 11 touchdowns and nine interceptions. […]

The San Francisco 49ers saw their season come to the end at the hands of a 31-7 drubbing by the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Championship Game. However, with all of San Francisco’s quarterbacks getting hurt, it’s hard to discredit the 49ers. The NFL is now looking to ensure what happens to the 49ers doesn’t […]

Brock Purdy is expected to miss an extended period of time after suffering an elbow injury in the NFC Championship Game. Purdy is hoping to beat out Trey Lance and maintain his stranglehold of the San Francisco 49ers’ starting quarterback role. However, Purdy might be facing an uphill battle to return to the 49ers. Reports […]

The San Francisco 49ers had a difficult and unfortunate finish to an otherwise fairy-tale season. Despite losing not one, not two, not even three, but FOUR quarterbacks, the Niners won the NFC West and finished among the final four teams in the 2022-23 NFL season. The sting of losing the NFC Championship Game remains, though. […]

All eyes are on Aaron Rodgers and Derek Carr as the two veteran quarterbacks decide their playing futures with plenty of interested suitors. However, with the NFL’s free agency period right around the corner, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo has been linked to the Atlanta Falcons and Houston Texans by longtime ESPN insider Jeremy […]

Taybor Pepper isn’t going anywhere after he signed an extension to stay with the San Francisco 49ers, and he sure knows how to celebrate it. Pepper, who is a free agent this offseason, reportedly agreed to a three-year deal with the 49ers that include a $1.5 million guarantee, per Adam Schefter of ESPN. It is […]

The 2022-23 NBA campaign has gone less than swimmingly for the defending champion Golden State Warriors. Sixty games through the regular season, the Warriors own a mediocre 30-30 record, good enough for just the ninth-best record in the Western Conference. If the season ended today, Golden State would have to participate in the play-in tournament. […]

After being the last pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, no one expected Brock Purdy to have the rookie season he did for the San Francisco 49ers. Well, everyone but a popular NFL test that predicted the rise of Purdy. The S2 Cognition test is designed to test how quickly athletes process information. When Purdy […]

It’s been mostly good news from the San Francisco 49ers on Brock Purdy’s prospects to start off next season. While that still could be the case, his initial elbow surgery date just got postponed and the worst-case scenario for Purdy still exists. Niners fans know better than to expect a clean bill of health from […]

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy was supposed to undergo surgery on Wednesday to repair the UCL tear he suffered during the NFC Championship Game. However, the youngster’s operation will be delayed at least until March. According to the latest updates, an inflammation on Purdy’s elbow prompted his doctor to delay the surgery. However, it […]

UPDATE: Brock Purdy’s surgery has been postponed. The San Francisco 49ers QB, whose original schedule was for Wednesday, February 22, will go under the knife in March instead due to “inflammation”. #49ers QB Brock Purdy today visited Dr. Keith Meister, who recommended postponing surgery because of ongoing inflammation in Purdy’s elbow, per sources. They’ll reconvene in […]

The San Francisco 49ers were one of the best teams in the NFL this season. They overcame injuries throughout the year and still finished just one game short of a Super Bowl berth. The Niners very well may have clinched a Super Bowl had Brock Purdy, who was their third quarterback used during the season, […]

The San Francisco 49ers are in a very interesting position as they head into the offseason. The 49ers are likely looking at a very competitive quarterback battle between Trey Lance and Brock Purdy. Recency bias has led many to tab Purdy as the early favorite to win the job. However, former 49ers Pro Bowl tight […]

NFL rumors were buzzing around San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel, who had reportedly drawn the interest of the New England Patriots as a potential trade candidate. However, 49ers and Patriots fans should pump the brakes on any potential Samuel trade after the latest report from this NFL insider. The 49ers “aren’t trading” Samuel […]

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance sparked plenty of trade rumors when he reacted to the news of the Tennessee Titans’ hire of former 49ers director of player personnel, Ron Carthon. The 49ers quarterback addressed the cryptic social media post, saying that he wasn’t hoping he would be traded to the Titans, while also making […]

The San Francisco 49ers’ otherwise fairy-tale season came to a rather unfortunate finale. Remember that the Niners managed to win the NFC West and finish among the final four teams in the 2022–23 NFL season. Of course, they lost to the Philadelphia Eagles in an unexpectedly lopsided fashion, 31-7. Still, the 49ers can be proud […]

During his rookie season, there were rumors that the San Francisco 49ers were worried about Trey Lance dealing with arm fatigue. Since his rookie season, many around the 49ers have addressed the rumors concerning Lance. This includes his head coach, Kyle Shanahan. But on Thursday, Trey Lance himself was able to speak on the issues. […]

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy garnered plenty of comparisons to greats from today and from the past during his rookie season. For Pro Football Hall of Fame tight end Tony Gonzalez, he sees a bit of Tom Brady in the former Iowa State passer. Speaking to NBC Sports Bay Area’s Jennifer Lee Chan during […]

The New England Patriots could be looking to trade for San Francisco 49ers star wide receiver Deebo Samuel, according to The Felger and Mazz show on 98.5 The Sports Hub in Boston. Executive producer James Stewart told hosts Michael Felger and Tony Massarotti that an NFL talent evaluator reportedly texted him with the rumor that […]

When we watch sports, it’s easy to forget these men and women are human, just like the rest of us. Watching the play of San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle during his career, and the team’s playoff run, it would be hard to tell he was going through a tragic occurrence. Unfortunately, that’s exactly […]