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According to head coach Shane Steichen, the Indianapolis Colts have already made a decision on who will start at quarterback for next Monday night’s matchup hosting the San Francisco 49ers. It will be veteran quarterback Philip Rivers again for a consecutive start (via ESPN’s Stephen Holder): Having not played pro football in nearly 5 years, […]
From Stampede Blue | 3 months ago | 2 reads
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan provided injury updates on Monday afternoon. Wide receiver Ricky Pearsall re-aggravated his PCL. He also has a sprained ankle. It’s a low sprain. Pearsall may not practice this week. Shanahan said there’s a “concern” with Pearsall’s injuries, but wouldn’t rule him out for next week: “I mean, there […]
From Niners Nation | 3 months ago | 4 reads
We are officially on playoff watch with three weeks remaining in the NFL. The Los Angeles Rams have already clinched a playoff berth. They are the only team in the NFC to do so. There are five clinching scenarios in the NFC for Week 16. Let’s start with the San Francisco 49ers, who will face […]
From Niners Nation | 3 months ago | 7 reads
This is a San Francisco 49ers site, but this discussion is about the New York Jets, who fired defensive coordinator Steve Wilks on Monday. You remember Wilks for his one-year stint as the 49ers’ defensive coordinator during the 2023–2024 season—the same year they went to the Super Bowl. The 49ers dismissed Wilks following the Super […]
From Niners Nation | 3 months ago | 4 reads
The most recent move the San Francisco 49ers made involving Brandon Aiyuk suggested he may never suit up for this team again. After their Week 15 win, head coach Kyle Shanahan was asked what went into the decision to end Aiyuk’s season, and if it was something the team needed to do now: “We haven’t […]
From Niners Nation | 3 months ago | 4 reads
The San Francisco 49ers looked the part in Week 15 against an inferior opponent in a convincing 13-point victory. The path to the No. 1 seed is clear, but the 49ers still have three difficult games to go and must handle their business. Before we look ahead, let’s get into the Winners and Losers from […]
From Niners Nation | 3 months ago | 5 reads
Brock Purdy had his best statistical game of the 2025 season as the 49ers improved to 10-4 with their Week 15 win over the Tennessee Titans. Given the opponent, Purdy’s performance shouldn’t have come as much of a surprise, but the San Francisco quarterback was pleased with an improvement he made on previous showings prior […]
From Niners Nation | 3 months ago | 4 reads
The San Francisco 49ers have pulled their 10th win out for the 2025 season, continuing Kyle Shanahan’s masterclass of winning with an injured roster. While some might be a bit concerned about the Titans getting a fumble and getting back into the game as a result, it was one of those things that just happens. […]
From Niners Nation | 3 months ago | 5 reads
The first half was nerve-wracking for the now 10-4 San Francisco 49ers, who let the 2-12 Tennessee Titans hang around to the tune of a seven-point lead at halftime. But the offense finished off a game in which it scored on seven of its eight offensive drives, en route to a 37-24 win. Both the […]
From Niners Nation | 3 months ago | 7 reads
Week 15 was impactful on the injury front in the NFL. We also found out a lot about each NFC playoff team. The high-flying offenses didn’t disappoint, while the teams that lean on their defenses took a step back. The fourth and ninth-seeded teams swapped places, as did the second and seventh-seeded teams. Here’s a […]
From Niners Nation | 3 months ago | 4 reads
The Indianapolis Colts are coming off one of the strangest games you will ever witness. It was one they had no business competing in yet they had a chance to win with less than a minute remaining. On the road, against an NFC heavyweight and trotting out a quarterback who has been retired for five […]
From Stampede Blue | 3 months ago | 2 reads
Kawakami: Brandon Aiyuk is gone and the 49ers are doing just fine (paywall)“Can Pearsall fully take over Aiyuk’s role as WR1? That’s unknown. But there’s no doubt that Pearsall’s teammates feel like something big is happening here. You couldn’t miss the way McCaffrey’s eyes lit up on Sunday when he was asked about Pearsall’s potential […]
From Niners Nation | 3 months ago | 4 reads
The San Francisco 49ers improved to 11-4 with a 37-24 win over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, maintaining their place as the No. 6 seed in the NFC with three games left in the season. It was a dominant day offensively for the 49ers, who scored on seven of the team’s eight possessions, although the […]
From Niners Nation | 3 months ago | 2 reads
The Tennessee Titans were defeated 37-24 by the San Francisco 49ers in Sunday’s Week 15 contest. The Titans dropped to 2-12, but remained No. 3 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft order due to fellow losses for the New York Giants and Las Vegas Raiders. We’ve conjured up five observations from Sunday’s latest setback. Secondary […]
From Music City Miracles | 3 months ago | 6 reads
The San Francisco 49ers couldn’t have asked for a better start to the game. Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward had two incompletions on the first drive, leading to a three-and-out. Brock Purdy went 5-for-6 for 50 yards and a touchdown. George Kittle had a 23-yard reception, and Jauan Jennings caught a touchdown on third and […]
From Niners Nation | 3 months ago | 5 reads
It’s almost over. The Tennessee Titans dropped to 2-12 on the season today after losing in San Francisco 37-24. The Titans’ defense had no answers for the 49ers’ offense today. To be fair, they lost three safeties in the first half. It’s going to be tough to stop any offense when that happens. There was […]
From Music City Miracles | 3 months ago | 7 reads
There are no style points in the NFL. Whether the San Francisco 49ers win by 21 or two today, they need to win. Historically speaking, Kyle Shanahan’s teams have performed quite well after the bye week. Today’s spot against the Tennessee Titans sets up well. You have one coming off their second win of the […]
From Niners Nation | 3 months ago | 4 reads
The Tennessee Titans head out to San Francisco (well, technically Santa Clara) to take on the 49ers today. On paper, the Titans don’t have much of a chance in this one. The 49ers are a 12.5-point favorite and are the much better team. But, as Kenny Mayne used to say, games aren’t played on paper; […]
From Music City Miracles | 3 months ago | 7 reads
The San Francisco 49ers added defensive tackle Jordan Elliott to the injury report due to a knee injury. He will not play today against the Tennessee Titans. It’s an injury that happened at some point today, according to the communications team. Here’s a look at today’s inactives for the 49ers: RB Jordan JamesWR Jordan WatkinsDT […]
From Niners Nation | 3 months ago | 4 reads
The San Francisco 49ers will look to extend their three-game winning streak on Sunday when they host the 2-11 Tennessee Titans at Levi’s Stadium. Kickoff is slated for 1:25 p.m. The 49ers are right in the wildcard mix in the NFC, currently listed as the No. 6 seed in the standings with four games to […]
From Niners Nation | 3 months ago | 4 reads
We are in store for a fun day of NFL action as week 15 is filled with great matchups that will impact division races and playoff positioning. Let’s look at which team is favored in each game today. NFL Week 15 Spread Favorites Take a look at the spread favorites on Sunday. The Jaguars and Seahawks are the biggest favorites of the day. Jacksonville is -13.5 against the Jets while the Seahawks are -13.5 against the Colts. The Eagles and 49ers are also double-digit favorites. ...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 3 months ago | 4 reads
The San Francisco 49ers began their winning streak after we started making weekly predictions. Coincidence? I think not. Let’s keep the good vibes rolling and discuss what we expect in Week 15 against the Tennessee Titans. Kyle’s prediction – 49ers 31, Titans 17 For the second time since 1970, the NFL’s most sacked quarterback goes […]
From Niners Nation | 3 months ago | 4 reads
2/3 of the Season Superlatives: Studs, Duds, Scuds and More (paywall)“It’s easy to peg Saleh as the best acquisition, but I’m going to go with Huff, who has been outstanding. I know the production hasn’t been there, but I watch the 49ers’ lines week in and week out, and I’ve watched teams handle Huff at […]
From Niners Nation | 3 months ago | 5 reads
Sportsbooks expect the San Francisco 49ers (9-4) will keep their three-game winning streak alive, as they are favored by 12.5 points in a matchup with the Tennessee Titans (2-11) on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at Levi’s Stadium. 49ers vs. Titans Game Info When: Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 4:25 p.m. ET Where: Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California TV info: FOX 49ers vs. Titans Odds Favorite Total San Francisco Moneyline Tennessee Moneyline BetMGM 49...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 3 months ago | 2 reads
It’s been a busy afternoon for the San Francisco 49ers. Christian McCaffrey was added to the injury report, but is expected to play. Meanwhile, we may have seen the last of Brandon Aiyuk in a Niners uniform. As for Sunday’s game against the Tennessee Titans, the 49ers made a couple of moves ahead of that […]
From Niners Nation | 3 months ago | 4 reads