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The first splash of the NFL Draft happened before it was even underway, when the San Francisco 49ers traded all the way up to No. 3 pick from No. 12 at the end of March. The move sent shockwaves through the league and one thing became real apparent, the 49ers were going to draft a […]

The NFL has fined the San Francisco 49ers, Jacksonville Jaguars and Dallas Cowboys for OTA violations after an investigation into the matter, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The three head coaches of these teams are also getting fined. The 49ers picked up a $100,000 fine, with head coach Kyle Shanahan getting docked $50,000. The Cowboys […]

Entering into the 2021 NFL Draft, the San Francisco 49ers were the most intriguing option, holding the third overall selection. While being tied to drafting a quarterback early on, the consensus was not sold on if they would end up grabbing Justin Fields, Mac Jones, or Trey Lance. With reports circling about the Niners being […]

The San Francisco 49ers made North Dakota State quarterback Trey Lance the No. 3 overall pick in the 2021 NFL draft, but he is not expected to take snaps under center from the jump. 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan did an interview with Rich Eisen on Monday in which plainly stated incumbent starter Jimmy Garoppolo […]

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan regrets his viral comments about Jimmy Garoppolo after they took Trey Lance with the No. 3 overall pick in the draft on Thursday. Shanahan admitted that he messed up on how he relayed his message and this led to people misconstruing his words about the future of Garoppolo […]

The San Francisco 49ers were in the Super Bowl just two years ago and were expected to compete for the big game again in 2020, but a long list of injuries derailed them from those lofty goals. Unfortunately, when everything was said and done, the Niners finished the season with a 6-10 record and last […]

George Kittle figured he was a shoo-in to make the San Francisco 49ers for the 2021 season. After all, Kittle is arguably the best tight end in football and the best player on the 49ers. However, if you take 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan literally at his word, even the two-time Pro Bowler on a […]

The San Francisco 49ers initially suggested Jimmy Garoppolo was still in line to be their starting quarterback in 2021 even after trading up for the No. 3 overall pick in the 2021 NFL draft. However, Niners head coach Kyle Shanahan hinted Monday that Garoppolo’s place on San Francisco’s roster is no longer safe. Shanahan first […]

As if the rumors weren’t already swirling for the San Francisco 49ers and the No. 3 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, things just took another turn as the chaos continues on. The 49ers offseason really took a swing when they decided to trade up in a major way to acquire the No. 3 […]

Much of the latest buzz from around the NFL suggests the San Francisco 49ers will select Alabama quarterback Mac Jones with the No. 3 pick in the upcoming draft. However, former Niners cornerback Richard Sherman believes Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields might be the better playmaker for head coach Kyle Shanahan’s offensive system. Sherman said […]

After trading up from 12th overall to third in the 2021 NFL Draft, the San Francisco 49ers have set themselves up to select a top-three prospect this year. In 2019, the 49ers made it all the way to the Super Bowl. However, they lost to the Kansas City Chiefs, then in the following season, the […]

The Mac Jones to the San Francisco 49ers buzz continues to get louder. There was plenty of hubbub about the 49ers going to see Jones’ Pro Day on Tuesday instead of Justin Fields, and 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan gave some insight into the team’s 2021 NFL Draft strategy on Monday. Shanahan explained that seeing […]

After the blockbuster trade between the San Francisco 49ers, the Miami Dolphins and then the Philadelphia Eagles, it has many left wondering what the future of Jimmy Garoppolo in San Francisco looks like. The 49ers acquired the No. 3 overall pick and in doing so, gave up three first rounders (including No. 12 this year) […]

Injuries ravaged and ruined the San Francisco 49ers’ plans of defending their NFC Championship crown from 2020 in 2021. The injuries started early and carried throughout the year. And while injuries affect a team regardless, when it’s your best players getting hurt, it makes it all the more difficult. Nick Bosa, Solomon Thomas, George Kittle, […]

It has been a tough year for the San Francisco 49ers. After being so close to winning it all in Super Bowl LIV against eventual champs Kansas City Chiefs, they found themselves at the bottom of the NFC West division and failing to make it to the upcoming NFL postseason. The season was extra tough […]

The San Francisco 49ers have been without a number of their offensive weapons throughout the season. Amongst them all, Jimmy Garoppolo has been one of the few to miss the most time, and his ankle injury doesn’t appear to be turning the corner any time soon. Head coach Kyle Shahan remains uncertain on whether or […]

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan only had high praises for Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith who has been leading his team’s attack ever since he was given the reins over Dwayne Haskins. His impressive performance under center as of late has contributed to making for a stronger case on his candidacy to […]

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan didn’t have a conclusive answer when asked regarding the return of quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo and tight end George Kittle. Both of them didn’t make an appearance in the team’s most recent tilt against the Buffalo Bills in Week 13 proceedings. “Those guys are working their tails off right […]

The 2020 NFL season hasn’t been what the San Francisco 49ers have expected, to say the least. Coming from a Super Bowl stint last season, the Niners have struggled all-season long and find themselves at the bottom of the NFC West division – the division they dominated less than 12 months ago. But, a lot […]

Head coach Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers managed to defeat the rival Los Angeles Rams on Sunday afternoon despite being forced to hit the road against an always dangerous NFC West opponent. However, the focus immediately pivoted back to the San Francisco area following the 49ers’ Week 12 win as Shanahan and company […]

Pittsburgh Steelers rookie Chase Claypool on Wednesday seemed to have taken a shot at the San Francisco 49ers’ decision to use pads in their Thursday practices. Niners coach Kyle Shanahan caught wind of the comments and had a few things to say himself. Shanahan appeared to be on the defensive, as he attempted to provide […]

The San Francisco 49ers suffered a heavy defeat at the hands of the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night, 34-17. The Niners were shorthanded coming into this one, but despite being the underdogs, coach Kyle Shanahan admitted to being quite surprised by how the Packers made easy work of his team. In his post-game interview, […]

With San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo dealing with a potentially season-ending ankle injury, there are some around the NFL who believe he has played his last game for head coach Kyle Shanahan. Garoppolo has two years left on his contract with the 49ers. Despite playing in the Super Bowl last season, the former New […]

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle suffered a small fracture in his foot in Week 8 against the Seattle Seahawks and is expected to be out eight weeks. He told his coach, Kyle Shanahan, that he thinks he can come back in two weeks. While Shanahan appreciates Kittle being a tough player, he thinks […]

The San Francisco 49ers suffered another tough defeat after visiting the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday. The defending NFC champions tried to claw their way back after being down 30-7 to open the final quarter but a controversial defensive call against safety Jimmy Ward late in the game threw away the 49ers chances to make an […]

San Francisco 49ers Pro Bowl tight end George Kittle suffered yet another setback on Sunday afternoon against the rival Seattle Seahawks. However, Kittle’s latest setback doesn’t appear to be all that significant as 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan informed reporters that his superstar tight end did not fracture his ankle. Because Kittle seemingly plays at […]

The San Francisco 49ers suffered a couple of injuries on offense in their blowout win over the New England Patriots on Sunday and there’s now an update on their statuses. Following Sunday’s victory, Kyle Shanahan revealed the timetables for Deebo Samuel and Jeff Wilson Jr., per ESPN’s Nick Wagoner. #49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said WR […]

The San Francisco 49ers have continually expressed confidence in Jimmy Garoppolo as their starting quarterback, but a change could be in the works next season. According to Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports, Garoppolo’s future in San Francisco is still up in the air. Back in 2017, when Kyle Shanahan was hired as the head […]

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel had himself quite a game for his team on Sunday, as the 49ers defeated the Los Angeles Rams, 24-16, in their Week 6 matchup. Samuel came up with some huge game-sealing run late in the contest, which drew praise from 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan. It wasn’t your […]

The San Francisco 49ers were just in the Super Bowl back in February, losing to the Kansas City Chiefs in heartbreaking fashion. As the 49ers prepare to face the Los Angeles Rams in Week 6, Kyle Shanahan says the team is still dealing with the Super Bowl hangover. “I think it’s frustrating,” Shanahan said, “I […]

After being dropped by the New York Jets just recently, running back Le’Veon Bell has emerged as the hottest name in free agency today. The 28-year-old has been linked to more than a few potential teams, with the San Francisco 49ers being one of them. According to 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan, though, he seems […]

Jimmy Garoppolo will be back under center for the San Francisco 49ers after a two-week absence due to an ankle injury. Niners head coach Kyle Shanahan announced Garoppolo will be the starter for Sunday’s game against the Miami Dolphins, per ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter. 49ers’ HC Kyle Shanahan said QB Jimmy Garoppolo will start […]

The San Francisco 49ers have had a rather rough start to their season due to all of the injuries. Key defensive players such as Nick Bosa, Solomon Thomas and Ziggy Ansah are all done for the season, and Dee Ford is out indefinitely with a back injury. Furthermore, cornerbacks Richard Sherman, Emmanuel Moseley and Ahkello […]

San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Dee Ford recently sustained a back injury that has forced him to miss his team’s 36-9 pummeling of the New York Giants on Week 3. This most recent injury has outlets now talking about Ford’s potential retirement, which 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan has addressed directly. According to Shanahan, an early […]

The San Francisco 49ers received some great news ahead of Week 4. Tight end George Kittle will be good to go, according to head coach Kyle Shanahan, per ESPN’s Nick Wagoner. #49ers TE George Kittle is full go today. Kyle Shanahan said he's excited to see him going today. — Nick Wagoner (@nwagoner) September 30, […]

The San Francisco 49ers have been plagued by injuries so far this season, but one of their key contributors on offense is returning to practice this week. While the 49ers will have to ease him back into the groove of things, Kyle Shanahan spoke about the return of Deebo Samuel. “He’s been champing at the […]

The NFL isn’t messing around when it comes to insisting the league’s head coaches wear face masks at all times during the 2020 season. The league already fined six head coaches — Sean McVay (Los Angeles Rams), Pete Carroll (Seattle Seahawks), Vic Fangio (Denver Broncos), Jon Gruden (Las Vegas Raiders), Sean Payton (New Orleans Saints), […]

Jimmy Garoppolo was one of the handful of injuries that the San Francisco 49ers endured in their Week 2 victory over the New York Jets. Even though Garoppolo’s return doesn’t seem far away, Kyle Shanahan doesn’t envision him being ready to play in Week 3 versus the New York Giants. “I’ll be surprised if Jimmy […]

According to a Monday evening report from Adam Schefter of ESPN, the NFL has wasted no time in fining three different head coaches for not properly wearing masks as a result of their respective Week 2 matchups. Schefter notes that the three head coaches that have been fined are Vic Fangio of the Denver Broncos, […]