Gui Santos injury could erase Warriors’ biggest positive from Jimmy Butler’s absence
A knee concern for Gui Santos could erase the Golden State Warriors' biggest positive from Jimmy Butler's injury absence.
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A knee concern for Gui Santos could erase the Golden State Warriors' biggest positive from Jimmy Butler's injury absence.
The San Francisco 49ers and Minnesota Vikings reportedly had a trade agreement in place that would have sent a familiar face back to the Bay Area. There was just one problem. The player apparently wanted nothing to do with returning to his former team. According to FOX Sports NFL insider Jay Glazer, the 49ers and […] The post NFL Shocker: 49ers and Vikings Agree To Trade, However, Player Shockingly Backs Out appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
The 49ers leap to the top of the NFC despite a bye week, overtaking the Vikings thanks to a stronger Strength‑of‑Victory (.427 vs .409) after the Lions’ win. Both San Francisco and Minnesota sit at 6‑1, with the next tier led by the Giants (4‑2‑1) and Panthers (3‑4). The article details the full playoff seeding, explains the tiebreakers that place Tampa Bay (10) ahead of Atlanta (11) and Arizona (12) ahead of Dallas (13), and notes that upcoming games could shift the rankings.
The Warriors host the Clippers at Chase Center on Friday, Oct. 30, 2026, at 8:30 PM ET. Golden State rides a 3‑3 start, highlighted by Stephen Curry’s 44‑point outburst vs. Minnesota and 31 points against the Lakers in a 112‑95 win. The Clippers slump to 1‑4 after a 127‑101 loss to Minnesota, with Darius Garland averaging over 20 points despite injuries to Ingram and Beal. The game airs on NBC Sports Bay Area/ClipperVision and streams live on Fubo (free trial available).
The Vikings drop from the top spot in the NFC after a Week 8 loss, now sitting second to the 49ers on a strength‑of‑victory tiebreaker (49ers .427 vs Vikings .409). Both teams sit 6‑1, but San Francisco’s wins over stronger opponents give them the edge. The updated NFC playoff picture lists the 49ers, Vikings, Giants and Panthers in the top four, while the Lions and Bears lock the 5‑seed despite identical records. Detailed head‑to‑head tiebreakers also determine seeds 10 through 13, with Tampa Bay, Atlanta, Arizona and Dallas sorting out the mid‑tier spots.
Amid swirling trade rumors, Jonathan Taylor delivers a final message to his Colts teammates after a crushing 42-7 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. The running back, a 2020 second‑round pick, admitted the season will only get tougher and warned opponents they’ll be “foaming at the mouth.” Taylor recorded just 8 carries for 23 yards, 4 receptions for 24 yards and a fumble on Sunday, underscoring the team's struggles. With recent moves—Nelson to Seattle and Buckner to San Francisco—the Colts face a possible overhaul, and Taylor’s trade value is expected to exceed those recent deals.
Minnesota Vikings wideout Jauan Jennings has rejected a trade back to the San Francisco 49ers, causing the deal to collapse. FOX’s Jay Glazer says the 49ers had arranged terms that hinged on a FaceTime call with head coach Kyle Shanahan and GM John Lynch, but Jennings told them he wants to stay in Minnesota. The 29‑year‑old, who posted 55 catches, 643 yards and nine TDs for the 49ers in 2025, signed a one‑year, $8 million contract with the Vikings in May that can rise to $13 million. He’s currently a third‑string option behind Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison, and the Vikings remain the NFL’s only unbeaten team. The 49ers, now 6‑1, still have a week before the Nov. 10 trade deadline to seek receiver help.
Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler found a creative way to join the growing list of people poking fun at Luka Doncic after Stephen Curry sent the Los Angeles Lakers star crashing to the floor during Friday’s matchup against the Golden State Warriors. Golden State cruised past Los Angeles 112-95 at Chase Center, with Curry […] The post Warriors star Jimmy Butler trolls Luka Doncic with Stephen Curry-inspired The Last Dragon video appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Fifteen games into the 2026 NHL season, Sharks head coach Ryan Warsofsky says the team’s honeymoon phase is over. After a stretch of growing‑pains, he insists the young San Jose roster must shift from patience to accountability if they’re to compete. Warsofsky highlights specific lapses and outlines the next step for the Sharks, signaling a turning point in their development.
The Las Vegas Raiders snapped a four‑game skid with a 38‑33 comeback win over the New York Jets, evening their record at 4‑4 while the Jets fall to 2‑6. After trailing 23‑14 at halftime, Kirk Cousins led a second‑half surge, throwing three TDs and going perfect in the red zone, matching the league lead. Rookie Mike Washington rushed for 83 yards, and a 95‑yard kickoff return by Dylan Laube became the team's first kick‑return TD in 15 years. Despite a still‑struggling ground game and a defense that has allowed 30+ points in five straight contests, the Raiders now face tougher foes—49ers, Seahawks and Broncos—to stay playoff‑relevant.
Josh Downs has requested a trade from the Colts, and the 49ers should be customers yet again.
The Hokkaido Nippon‑Ham Fighters have announced they will post right‑hander Hiromi Itoh to MLB, giving clubs a 45‑day window to sign him once paperwork is complete (the clock pauses if the December 1 lockout begins). The 29‑year‑old boasts a 2.92 ERA, 902 strikeouts in six NPB seasons, and a 2025 Sawamura Award after leading the league with 195 strikeouts and six complete games. In 2026 he posted a 3.18 ERA over 172⅔ innings with 159 Ks. At 5’9″, 180 lb, his low‑90s fastball and diverse repertoire draw comparisons to Yu Darvish, and the Giants are among the teams showing interest. Posting fees follow the standard 20%/17.5%/15% structure.
The Warriors host the Clippers Sunday night at 5:30 p.m. PT in San Francisco, streaming on NBC Sports Bay Area. After snapping a three‑game skid with a 112‑95 win over the Lakers, Golden State faces the Clippers without Steph Curry and Draymond Green, who are resting on the first night of a back‑to‑back. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg, coming off a six‑point night, could see a breakout as the Warriors start De’Anthony Melton, Brandin Podziemski, Lendeborg, Gui Santos and Graham Ike. The Clippers line up Darius Garfeld, Kris Dunn, Rui Hachimura, Derrick Jones Jr. and Isaiah Jackson.
The ongoing Kristaps Porzingis drama shows no sign of ending anytime soon as the Golden State Warriors explore the trade market.
Elliotte Friedman says San Jose already put a serious offer in front of Detroit for Simon Edvinsson. #RedWings
The Bright Side Of The Sun outlines a November wish list for the Phoenix Suns as they sit 1-4 after a loss to the Warriors. The author urges two starting‑lineup tweaks: inserting Collin Gillespie at point guard and moving Oso Ighodaro back into the rotation alongside Devin Booker, Dillon Brooks and Miles Bridges. A third wish pushes Jalen Green into a Sixth Man role to boost his trade value, while also scouting proven players for a February‑5 deadline trade that could clear $6 M in cap space. The piece also calls for coach Jordan Ot… to tighten rotation, improve defense and curb the Suns’ 120‑point‑plus games.
Which in-season trades had the biggest impact on 49ers history? From Fred Dean to Christian McCaffrey, here are the five moves that helped shape the franchise.
The 49ers could pursue Colts WR Josh Downs before the trade deadline, but Indianapolis reportedly wants a third-round pick. Is the price too steep?
The 2026 SnakePit Awards launch today with the Play of the Year nomination process. Fans are invited to suggest and vote on standout moments—from home runs like Ketel Marte’s May 19 walk‑off against the Giants to dramatic defensive feats such as Nolan Arenado’s double play on May 12 and Alek Thomas’s April 3 diving catch. The pre‑ballot thread will narrow the field to five nominees (typically two infield, two outfield, one homer) before a mid‑week tally determines the finalists.
Jay Glazer reports the 49ers and Vikings had trade terms worked out for Jauan Jennings, but the deal hinged on a FaceTime with Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch, and Jennings told them he wants to stay in Minnesota. The post Jauan Jennings Reportedly Told the 49ers “Actually, No” and Killed a Done Trade Back to San Francisco appeared first on Terez Owens .
If the Athletics decide to swap a bat for better pitching, All-Star catcher Shea Langeliers becomes their most logical trade candidate. Here are a few potential destinations.
The 49ers need a long-term pass rusher in the 2027 NFL Draft, and these three names will undoubtedly be at the top of their list.
Vikings GM Nolan Teasley reportedly reached a trade deal to send wide receiver Jauan Jennings back to the San Francisco 49ers, but Jennings declined, refusing a FaceTime call with Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch. The 29‑year‑old, on a $8 million one‑year deal, has logged just four catches for 43 yards this season, but remains a key blocker. With Minnesota unbeaten at 6‑0, Jennings appears content to stay, leaving the Vikings to explore other trade options or retain him for the remainder of the year.
The 49ers reportedly had a trade agreement with the Vikings to bring Jauan Jennings back, but the receiver rejected the reunion. Here's what happened.
With the 49ers on a bye in Week 8, the thread guides fans on which games to watch for indirect help. A Vikings‑Lions showdown at 10 a.m. PT and a Chargers‑Rams matchup at 1:05 p.m. PT are highlighted—Vikings losing would aid the 49ers’ tiebreaker in their Week 11 Mexico City clash, while a Chargers win could push the Rams farther behind the 49ers. The post notes the Packers’ Thursday win over the Panthers and previews a Bears‑Seahawks game tomorrow, encouraging fans to join the Niners Nation discussion on the SB Nation app.