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49ers’ Trent Williams on Myles Garrett: ‘He has no weaknesses’
The rich got richer on Monday after the Los Angeles Rams acquired the best defensive player in the NFL. The San Francisco 49ers and the rest of the NFL had enough trouble slowing down Jared Verse and the Rams’ pass rush. Now, the rest of the league will have its hands full with Myles Garrett. […]
NFL Cutdown Deadline moved up for 2026
The San Francisco 49ers are going to have a hectic Week 1. We already know they are traveling to Australia to face the Los Angeles Rams. Something to note is the deadline for the final 53-man roster. Typically, the date is on Tuesday following the final preseason game. In 2026, the date has been moved […]
49ers News: This is why you extend Trent Williams
For 49ers, Rams’ Myles Garrett trade means more exhaustive game planning, less sleep (paywall)“The Rams added Garrett, who signed a four-year, $160 million extension last year, about a month after making what appeared to be a curious draft move that now could help them absorb Garrett’s contract in future seasons. The Rams used their No. […]
The 49ers won’t play A.J. Brown in ‘26 after the Eagles traded him out of the NFC
A.J. Brown’s final moments with the Philadelphia Eagles weren’t memories he’ll be fond of. He had three receptions for 25 yards and a costly drop that could’ve easily flipped the game script as well as the score. Instead, the 49ers marched on while the Eagles’ season ended. The Eagles are on the 49ers’ schedule again […]
What was the most improbable victory for the 49ers this decade?
The San Francisco 49ers have a pair of OTA practices that’ll be open to the media this week on Tuesday and Wednesday. But nothing that’ll take place in June comes close to the regular or postseason. Let’s go down memory lane today and discuss some of the team’s most improbable victories this decade. The Niners […]
The 49ers to face Myles Garrett in Week 1 after he was traded to the Rams
So much for a slow news day; the Cleveland Browns are finalizing a trade that will send Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams. The Rams receive Garrett, while the Browns receive Jared Verse and a 2027 first-round pick, a 2028 second-round pick, and a 2029 third-rounder in return. Wow. This trade comes a little […]
Could Brock Purdy be an MVP candidate this season?
When it comes to quarterbacks in the NFL, one of the most polarizing evaluations by the media is San Francisco 49ers signal-caller Brock Purdy. Heading into Year 5, Purdy has a good range of supporters, but also a good amount of detractors, leaving questions about where he ranks as a quarterback. Purdy’s accuracy marks have […]
How the 49ers can save around $20 million on Brandon Aiyuk’s contract
Now that we are in June, NFL teams can cut or release players if they haven’t already made their two designations for more salary cap relief. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler spoke to a pair of rival NFL executives about San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, and they believe Aiyuk has become untradeable. John Lynch has […]
49ers News: Welcome to June, the month of OTAs and hype for training camp
How 49ers’ Nick Bosa got his mind right after fleeting post-injury thoughts of retirement (paywall)“He has become an avid reader, dabbled in meditation, visited the team psychologist, limited his use of social media and focused on relationships, with his family and others, that kept him grounded. On Thursday, after Bosa’s group interview, he was asked […]
Who is the most underappreciated player on the 49ers?
It’s that time of year again, when we look at what 49ers players might not be getting the full credit they are due. Now there are always the most underrated players and then the most underappreciated players—and there’s a difference. Today, let’s take a look at just who isn’t appreciated the way they probably should. […]
49ers News: It’s good having Dre Greenlaw back
After injury, free-agent exit, Dre Greenlaw has healthy appreciation for 49ers in return (paywall) “Greenlaw said it wasn’t until midway through the 2025 season that he “adjusted to the normal” post-Achilles surgery: “I kind of felt like I could go and practice and I could warm up and I could do everything, and I ain’t got […]
Nick Bosa on brother Joey joining 49ers: “I don’t think he’s thinking too much about football”
If you were still holding out hope that the San Francisco 49ers might sign free agent pass-rusher Joey Bosa, you’re in luck. He remains a free agent. Unfortunately, his brother, 49ers edge rusher Nick Bosa, isn’t optimistic. “I think he’s working on his golf game right now,” Bosa said when speaking with the media Thursday. […]
49ers News: Jack Bouwmeester is an all-time NFL name
Why Jack Bouwmeester hasn’t joined the 49ers for OTAs yet“According to Matt Barrows of The Athletic, Bouwmeester is still waiting for his work visa to be processed before he can officially join the team. “Bouwmeester ostensibly is competing with Corliss Waitman to be the 49ers’ punter this season, but cannot join OTAs until the paperwork […]
What were the 49ers best and worst moves of the offseason?
The San Francisco 49ers had quite the busy offseason, be it the work they did in free agency or the eight selections they made during the 2026 NFL Draft. As a result, many analysts have placed the 49ers back into contender status as they hope to make a push for a Super Bowl again in […]
Kyle Shanahan shares the one position on the 49ers that’s ‘open for everyone’
There aren’t many positions open for competition on the San Francisco 49ers as we head into the next phase of the offseason program. When Kyle Shanahan was asked whether Dre Greenlaw was locked in as a starter at WILL linebacker, he responded, “Yeah, definitely.” That’s no surprise after the 49ers traded Dee Winters to the […]
Kyle Shanahan talks 49ers joint practices and his frustrations with the schedule
The San Francisco 49ers will play the Tennessee Titans, Los Angeles Chargers, and Las Vegas Raiders this preseason. Head coach Kyle Shanahan said the team is looking into joint practices against its first two preseason opponents at the podium on Thursday, saying, “Yeah, we’re most likely going to go up against Tennessee and the Chargers.” […]
Is 49ers’ QB Brock Purdy a better passer inside or out of the pocket?
Kyle Shanahan’s passing offense is about timing and rhythm. Getting the football out on time and to the correct read to maximize yards after the catch is the name of the game. However, football is never perfect, and there are times when things get off schedule or require more from the quarterback and the offense. […]
49ers News: So far so good
49ers’ Nick Bosa on track for training camp but not rushing recovery: OTA notebook (paywall)“The San Francisco 49ers defensive end said that after tearing his left ACL in 2020, he tried to push every recovery milestone as hard as he could. “And I probably dealt with some stuff that I didn’t need to deal with […]
Nick Bosa ‘pretty far along’ in rehab, taking things slow
The San Francisco 49ers are back on the practice field for their organized team activities (OTAs) this week, and they still have quite a few rehabbing players. Among the group is star defensive end Nick Bosa, who tore his ACL early last season and is looking to be back by the start of the 2026 […]
Isaac Guerendo tore pec one month ago, expected back at end of 49ers’ training camp
Now we know why the San Francisco 49ers signed a couple of running backs. 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said on Thursday that running back Isaac Guerendo tore his pectoralis muscle a month ago while lifting weights. Shanahan says Guerendo could be ready at the end of training camp. Guerendo has had flashes of being […]
George Kittle reveals factor that could complicate his injury return timeline
George Kittle knows his target of being ready for Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season is ambitious. The 49ers’ star tight end suffered a torn Achilles in their wild-card round win over the Philadelphia Eagles in January, leaving him in a very difficult position for the 2026 season given a typical timeline of nine […]
49ers waive Sincere McCormick after signing Jordan Mims and Jemar Jefferson
ESPN’s Adam Schefter tweeted that the San Francisco 49ers signed running backs Jordan Mims and Jemar Jefferson. The team also released running back Sincere McCormick and placed safety Darrick Forrest on the Injured Reserve. McCormick has had multiple stints on the 49ers roster and practice squad. Mims was an undrafted free agent in 2023 out […]
49ers fans share the one moment they’d change in franchise history
It’s a topic that will bring up painful, emotional, and downright no-good memories. We asked San Francisco 49ers fans what one moment in history they would change for the franchise. Depending on your age range, the answer is easy. As randywildman pointed out, if you’re over the age of 40, the first thing that comes […]
5 things to watch during 49ers OTAs
The San Francisco 49ers take the field this week for Phase 3 of the offseason program. The closer we get to summer, the closer we get to real football. It’s spring, which means we’ll need to settle for OTAs There’s generally a 10-practice schedule over a three-week period, which kicked off on Wednesday. Practice is […]
49ers adjust Jake Brendel’s contract; clear more than $2 million in cap space
Mac Jones wasn’t the only contract the San Francisco 49ers toyed with. The team converted $3.02 million of center Jake Brendel’s 2026 compensation into a signing bonus, per Spotrac. That cleared $2.265 million of cap space. This may be the last season we see Brendel in a 49ers uniform. His contract is void after the […]
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