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Can the 49ers beat the Colts while losing in the trenches?

The San Francisco 49ers have a big game this weekend with the potential to clinch a playoff spot against the Indianapolis Colts, who are still vying for a playoff spot in the AFC with newly-minted 44-year-old quarterback Phillip Rivers. San Francisco has gotten on a four-game winning streak after failing to win consecutive games for […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

Jauan Jennings is within striking of cashing $4.4 million in incentives

The San Francisco 49ers are fighting for the top playoff seed and are looking to win out. Individually, the players are close to cashing specific incentives in their contracts. Wide receiver Kendrick Bourne needs one receiving yard, and he’ll earn another $500,000. Jauan Jennings, after battling through multiple injuries, still has a strong chance to […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

2 49ers Bounceback Performances: Ricky Pearsall flashes his early season promise

The San Francisco 49ers’ offense was on full display against the Tennessee Titans on Sunday. The running game wasn’t dominant, but Brock Purdy and the passing offense did whatever they wanted on their way to a 37-point output. Jauan Jennings scored twice, and George Kittle added 88 yards and a touchdown, with Purdy moving well […]

about 1 month ago | 1 read

Golden Nuggets: This team needs reinforcements on defense

49ers game review: What causes for concern emerged in win over Titans? (paywall)“On Thursday, defensive coordinator Robert Saleh attributed the 49ers’ 15 missed tackles in a 26-8 win over the Browns on Nov. 30 to fatigue and said the bye week had come at a “perfect time” for his tired group. On Sunday, however, the […]

about 1 month ago | 3 reads

49ers release cornerback one week after signing him to the practice squad

The San Francisco 49ers released cornerback Isaiah Bolden from the practice squad, per the NFL’s transaction wire. The team signed him a week ago. The 49ers, barring a setback, will likely activate edge rusher Yetur Gross-Matos from the Injured Reserve this Saturday. The team is also expected to get back Tatum Bethune, Sam Okayinonu, among […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

Breaking down the path for the 49ers to get the No. 1 seed

The NFC playoff race is heating up with three weeks to go, as the seven-team field is starting to materialize. The San Francisco 49ers are right in the middle of it as the No. 6 seed at 10-4. Not only are they still in contention for the NFC West title, being a game back of […]

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49ers stock report: 8 risers and 6 fallers versus the Titans

By now, we know who the San Francisco 49ers are. This team will go as far as its offense can take it. It won’t be easy if Ricky Pearsall misses time, but the scheme is superb, and the execution on that side of the ball has been outstanding of late. The same cannot be said […]

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The 49ers are nearly touchdown road favorites for Week 16 against the Colts

Whether you are into the gambling world or not, the betting market is fascinating. Last week, the San Francisco 49ers were initially 14.5-point favorites over the Tennessee Titans. By the time the game kicked off, the number got down to 12.5. A late touchdown by the Titans got them within ten points, but a final […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

Brock Purdy continues to improve in one key area

The San Francisco 49ers had a nice 37-24 victory over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, improving to 10-4 with three weeks left in the season. It was an amazing offensive day, as the 49ers scored on all but one of their possessions, which proved to be too much to overcome for the Titans. Quarterback Brock […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

Kyle Shanahan explains why 49ers rookie is playing familiar waiting game

The 49ers have problems at the wide receiver position again with Ricky Pearsall dealing with an ankle injury and an aggravation of the knee problem that has seen him miss much of the season. Yet Pearsall’s potential absence appears unlikely to create an opportunity for rookie wideout Jordan Watkins. Fourth-round pick Watkins has dealt with […]

about 1 month ago | 1 read

Golden Nuggets: We’re on to Indianapolis

Ricky Pearsall aggravated PCL injury vs Titans, leaving Week 16 status uncertain“He landed on his knee and it’s a painful thing,” Shanahan said. “Hopefully, it’s not at all like when he first did it. But it does take time for that pain to go away. Hopefully, that’ll be sooner than later over these next eight […]

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49ers injury updates: Ricky Pearsall re-aggravated his PCL and has an additional injury

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 […]

about 1 month ago | 3 reads

Steve Wilks doesn’t last a full season with the Jets

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 […]

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6 Winners and a 1 loser from the 49ers win over the Titans

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 […]

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Brock Purdy details key Week 15 improvement as he ties Hall of Famer

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 […]

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49ers playoff picture: How the Packers cleared the path to the #1 seed

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 […]

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Golden Nuggets: VICTORY MONDAY

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 […]

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Vikings-Cowboys Sunday Night Football thread: J.J. McCarthy looks to spoil Dak Prescott’s playoff dreams

The Minnesota Vikings are officially eliminated from the playoffs, but that doesn’t mean that they can’t play spoiler or will be an easy out for the remainder of the season. J.J. McCarthy is coming off a solid game where Minnesota won 31-0, and McCarthy threw three touchdowns. Justin Jefferson hasn’t been involved much at all, […]

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