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With the San Francisco 49ers’ Week 3 game versus the Denver Broncos just over the horizon, the prospects of a 2-1 record is very much a reality. So, ahead of the 49ers-Broncos game, it’s time to make some 49ers Week 6 predictions. After dropping their Week 1 game against the Chicago Bears in an ugly, […]

Nathaniel Hackett has been on the receiving end of a major backlash over his play-calling and game management in his first two games as head coach of the. Interestingly, however, San Francisco 49ers tactician Kyle Shanahan thinks his peer is doing just fine. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday ahead of the 49ers-Broncos Week 3 showdown, […]

When The San Francisco 49ers announced that Trey Lance was to undergo surgery on a severely broken ankle with ligament damage, it put a damper on their still-young season. Sure, to some, the idea of putting Jimmy Garoppolo back under center was anything but a downgrade, as the veteran signal caller did lead the team […]

The San Francisco 49ers have had to play the first two games of the season without one of their best players, tight end George Kittle. That could change heading into a Week 3 Sunday Night football matchup against the Denver Broncos. Kittle received a very positive update on Wednesday, lending optimism that he could take […]

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance has been ruled out for the 2022 season, but the reason might not be his ankle injury alone. Lance already underwent surgery to fix what the 49ers described as a fibula fracture and “ligament disruption.” He is expected to miss the whole 2022 campaign as he recovers and rehabs […]

Back in the offseason, the San Francisco 49ers tried to look for a trade destination for quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo. Fast forward to today, the 49ers have Jimmy G, who will be turning 31 in November, back operating as their starter following Trey Lance’s unfortunate season-ending injury. They would have had a bigger problem today at […]

The San Francisco 49ers are adding a new quarterback to their practice squad. According to Mike Garafolo of the NFL Network, the Niners are inking quarterback Kurt Benkert after he worked out with the team Tuesday. The #49ers are signing veteran QB Kurt Benkert to their practice squad, source says. Former #Falcons and #Packers quarterback […]

Following the season-ending injury to second-year quarterback Trey Lance, the San Francisco 49ers are moving forward with Jimmy Garoppolo. But looking past Garoppolo, there is a clear lack of depth at the position. At the moment, the only other rostered quarterback past Garoppolo is former Iowa State QB1 Brock Purdy. To battle the lack of […]

The San Francisco 49ers have a major hole at tight end amid injuries to George Kittle and Tyler Kroft. While Kittle is hoping to return for Week 3 after missing the first two games of the season, the Niners are still mulling a move to address the position. According to PFN’s Aaron Wilson, the 49ers […]

Detroit Lions offensive lineman Dan Skipper became an inspirational story on Sunday. Skipper made his first start in the NFL after six years in a Lions win. However, not everyone was a huge fan of the buzz surrounding the offensive lineman. San Francisco 49ers pass rusher Arik Armstead took to Instagram on Monday with rather […]

Though he isn’t yet healthy enough to make it back on the field for the San Francisco 49ers, three-time Pro Bowler George Kittle found time to drive down to San Jose to watch some good old fashion WWE wrestling for a taping of RAW. .@gkittle46 in the house on #WWERaw!! pic.twitter.com/QqNxTEkkN4 — WWE (@WWE) September […]

The San Francisco 49ers’ injury woes continue in the running back room. Elijah Mitchell went down in Week 1 due to a sprained MCL and he is expected to be out for two months. After Mitchell went down, all eyes went to veteran running back Jeff Wilson. And in Week 2, he played well, rushing […]

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance recently underwent ankle surgery and is expected to miss the remainder of the season. Lance sent out a hopeful message following the procedure. Truly appreciate all of the messages and prayers. Surgery was a success and I am ready to attack this rehab process. We will never understand why, but […]

Just a day after sustaining the injury, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance has already undergone surgery to repair both a fibula fracture and ligament damage in his ankle. While it’s still a season-ending injury for the young signal-caller, there is one small bit of good news: It’s not a compound fracture like Dak Prescott’s […]

The San Francisco 49ers were dealt a crushing blow on Sunday as second-year quarterback Trey Lance suffered a season-ending broken ankle. Fortunately, Jimmy Garoppolo stepped in and picked up right where he left off in the 2022 playoffs, leading the Niners to a 27-7 victory. Of course, they restructured his contract to keep the veteran […]

The Seattle Seahawks came falling back down to earth against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 2 after the stunning Week 1 upset of the Denver Broncos. The 49ers dominated the game from the start, winning 27-7 on their home field even after the season-ending injury to Trey Lance. Seattle’s offense failed to produce anything, and […]

All eyes are now on Jimmy Garoppolo. Written off as just a reliever for the 2022 NFL season, it sure looks like Garoppolo is back in the San Francisco 49ers starting lineup after they lost Trey Lance to a season-ending injury. On Sunday, the San Francisco 49ers overcame adversity to overcome division foe Seattle Seahawks […]

On Sunday, the San Francisco 49ers overcame adversity to overcome division foe Seattle Seahawks 27-7. Trey Lance, the starting quarterback, was hurt midway through the first quarter when his ankle flexed in an unusual manner while being tackled on a red zone run while attempting to increase San Francisco’s early lead. Jimmy Garoppolo, who stepped […]

Trey Lance suffered a brutal injury in the San Francisco 49ers’ second drive of the game on Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks. Jimmy Garoppolo stepped in to take Lance’s place, and the veteran quarterback took full advantage of the opportunity that was handed to him. Jimmy G himself admitted that he was a bit rusty […]

The San Francisco 49ers did not waste much time before rewarding a key player of their defense with a shiny new extension deal. According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, the 49ers have come to an agreement for an extension contract with linebacker Dre Greenlaw shortly after San Francisco dismantled the Seattle Seahawks at […]

While the San Francisco 49ers were ready to move on from Jimmy Garoppolo this past offseason, it looks like the fan base wasn’t. That much is clear after the 49ers faithful showed Garoppolo a ton of love after helping steer the team to victory over the Seattle Seahawks in Week 2. Following the contest, Garoppolo […]

It is safe to say Kyle Shanahan is happy that the San Francisco 49ers decided to keep Jimmy Garoppolo instead of trading or cutting him in the offseason. Garoppolo was thrusted into the QB1 role once again on Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks after Trey Lance sustained a significant ankle injury that had him carted […]

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance was carted off the field during their Week 2 clash against the Seattle Seahawks and did not return to the game. Now, it looks as if the second-year quarterback’s season is over. According to Adam Schefter, Lance suffered a “significant” ankle injury that will require surgery. It is also […]

After taking a massive hit, Trey Lance is being carted off the field in the first quarter of the San Francisco 49ers’ 2022 home opener. Jimmy Garoppolo is taking over at quarterback as the Niners face the Seattle Seahawks. Lance’s leg is in a cast as he heads off the field. Trey Lance is being […]

The San Francisco 49ers will be down a key weapon yet again on Sunday as star tight end George Kittle has been ruled out for the matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. After missing Week 1, the Niners were hopeful that Kittle would be good to go in Week 2, but his groin injury has not […]

George Kittle’s sudden groin injury suddenly put the San Francisco 49ers in a bit of a scary situation. The star tight end was expected to be one of Trey Lance’s biggest weapons in his first year starting. However, Kittle missed the first game of the season, a Week 1 loss to the Chicago Bears on […]

The Seattle Seahawks travel to the Bay Area to take on the San Francisco 49ers in a battle of NFC West rivals. It’s time to head to Levi Stadium and continue our NFL odds series with a Seahawks-49ers prediction and pick. The Seahawks are coming off an emotional 17-16 victory on Monday Night Football, which saw them […]

The San Francisco 49ers are looking to avenge their brutal season-opening loss in Week 2. Head coach Kyle Shanahan will have to orchestrate the offense without lead back Elijah Mitchell, who suffered an MCL injury that will sideline him for about two months. Mitchell ran for 963 yards last season and picked up 41 yards […]

When the San Francisco 49ers dropped a stunner to the Chicago Bears in Week 1 of the 2022 NFL season, fans scratched their heads in disbelief. Sure, Kyle Shanahan’s team recorded 12 penalties, and the grass was so oversaturated that standing water was present in parts of Soldier Field, but in the end, the players […]

The San Francisco 49ers offense wasn’t healthy entering Week 1 of the season, and they left their tough 19-10 loss against the Chicago Bears with even more injuries than they had entering the game. Fortunately, it looks like star tight end George Kittle may be close to a return as the 49ers Week 2 contest […]

Trey Lance and the San Francisco 49ers had a disappointing Week 1 loss to the Chicago Bears. Lance and the 49ers had difficulty playing in the pouring rain but may face similar weather at home. The rain in Chicago was very heavy, and it likely won’t be the same, but San Francisco will likely have […]

The San Francisco 49ers might be without tight end George Kittle for their week 2 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. Kittle missed yet another practice on Thursday due to a groin injury. The 49ers’ star tight end is yet to practice this season. No George Kittle again at the start of Thursday’s 49ers practice — […]

Trey Lance did not have the game he envisioned in his first start of the 2022 NFL season. The second year quarterback was 13-28 with 164 yards and an interception. Trey Lance did not play well by any means. The 49ers were 6.5 point favorites on the road in Chicago, but lost the game 19-10. […]

The San Francisco 49ers Week 1 loss to the Chicago Bears was mightily disappointing. The 49ers were heavy favorites against a very weak Bears squad, but they ended up struggling mightily on offense throughout the game as torrential downpours made life difficult for both sides. Still, the weather cannot be used as an excuse to […]

The San Francisco 49ers had a tough start to their 2022 NFL season. Despite having a great deal of buzz and a matchup with the Bears that they were expected to handle easily, San Francisco found themselves on the wrong side of the box score in Week 1. While the downpour of rain and difficult […]

After facing and beating the San Francisco 49ers in Week 1, Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields has one request for his fellow QB Trey Lance: take care of himself better on the field. Speaking to reporters after their weekend showdown, Fields admitted he’s going to talk to Fields because of the issue he noticed during […]

Taken with the third overall selection in the 2021 NFL Draft, the San Francisco 49ers had a plan for the future at quarterback – and his name is Trey Lance. Drafted to replace Jimmy Garoppolo when the time was right, head coach Kyle Shanahan understood where the NFL was trending and wanted to get his […]

Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers could be facing an issue at the running back position. And some might not like where they are headed. Elijah Mitchell, the 49ers starting running back heading into the 2022 season, will be sidelined for around the next two months. After suffering a sprained MCL, Mitchell has been […]

The San Francisco 49ers have to bounce back in Week 2 following a brutal loss to the Chicago Bears. Unfortunately for them, they probably won’t have George Kittle to help them do that. 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said that Kittle has made progress with his groin injury but he still did not practice. Kittle […]