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Is age really that much of a concern for the 49ers?
We’ve been going all over this for the last few months: the 49ers are getting older. And while we discuss it in the comments, everyone else mentions that they are getting too old and beat up. Is that much of an issue? It will be in a year or two if these last couple of […]
49ers’ rookie De’Zhaun Stribling is getting more respect by the week
Stop me if you’ve heard this before: The 49ers made a polarizing draft pick. Well, in the case of their most recent one, 2026’s De’Zhaun Stribling, the pick itself seemed to be an absolute mixed bag when it comes to fans’ reactions. Most called it a reach—at best. And then he came to OTAs, and […]
49ers News: It’s “best shape of their lives” season
49ers defense: PFF praises the underrated move that changes everything“Over the last three seasons, Odighizuwa has established himself as one of the sport’s foremost pass-rushing defensive linemen,” Locker wrote. “Since 2023, Odighizuwa ranks seventh among qualifiers at the position in total pressures generated, and his 14.2% pass-rush win rate is fifth. “Impressively, Odighizuwa has been […]
How would you define a ‘successful’ season for the 49ers in 2026?
Two of the most popular offseason phrases: “He’s in the best shape of his life!” “It’s Super Bowl or Bust this year!” Can you ignore former San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel’s workout pictures? Can you acknowledge that the Niners can have a successful season without hoisting a Lombardi? They’re not a lock to […]
49ers fans plan to focus on one training camp battle
The San Francisco 49ers rookies report to training camp on Monday. Last week, we asked which position battle you’re looking forward to watching the most. Your options were left guard, Christian McCaffrey’s backup, safety, the fourth wide receiver, and the linebacker not named Fred Warner and Dre Greenlaw. Our FanDuel Sportsbook poll results had an […]
3 questions for the 49ers at QB: Can Brock Purdy avoid getting dinged up?
July will shortly turn into August, and soon the San Francisco 49ers will be playing preseason games. But while the season is nearing, the 49ers aren’t without questions going into 2026. Over the next few weeks, we will look at each position group and post three questions, whether they are questions that will be answered […]
49ers stars vouch for return of former WR in free agency
The San Francisco 49ers made a couple of moves at wide receiver this offseason, signing Mike Evans and Christian Kirk in free agency, while drafting De’Zhaun Stribling with their first pick of the 2026 NFL Draft at No. 33 overall. Those three additions provide much-needed depth and talent at wide receiver, where the 49ers struggled […]
49ers News: Back to real football
49ers stars lobby for reunion with former teammate“I have a guest house with your name on it,” Juszczyk commented. Kittle added, “I also have a guest house labeled ‘Deebo’s second home.'” 49ers urged to sign two-time Super Bowl champion to bolster defense“Veteran defender Kyle Van Noy has always been a bit flexible during his 12-year […]
49ers News: (Officially) welcome to the Bay, Jack Bouwmeester!
49ers sign punter Jack Bouwmeester to a 3-year deal; place UDFA on Active/Non-Football Injury List“Bouwmeester joins Corliss Waitman as the other punter on the active roster. The 49ers also placed undrafted free agent Khalil Dinkins on the Active/Non-Football Injury List. If Dinkins isn’t activated or is unable to play by the final roster cutdown at […]
Brandon Aiyuk targets the NFLPA in his latest social media post. Again.
Just when you thought there was nothing new on the Brandon Aiyuk “feud”. Don’t worry, there’s good news today as well. The soon-to-be-former San Francisco 49ers wide receiver went to social media again. This time indicating the NFLPA was going to “start a smear campaign” to hurt Aiyuk’s brand: It might not be shown in […]
49ers sign punter Jack Bouwmeester to a 3-year deal; place UDFA on Active/Non-Football Injury List
The San Francisco 49ers announced that they’ve signed punter Jack Bouwmeester to a three-year deal. Bouwmeester was a freshman way back in 2019, when he attended Michigan State before transferring after the 2021 season. Bouwmeester spent the next three seasons at Utah before ending up at Kyle Shanahan’s alma mater, Texas. The 27-year-old was undrafted […]
Former NFL executive says the 49ers should sign Stefon Diggs
The last time we discussed the 49ers and free agent wide receiver Stefon Diggs was in March, before free agency began. Diggs remains a free agent, and the 49ers have quite a few players—both young and old—who will want to get onto the field. Regardless, Mike Tannenbaum, former NFL GM and now analyst for ESPN, […]
49ers News: The 2026 49ers rookies kick off their NFL careers with their first training camp today
Graziano: 49ers might be getting a rejuvenated Mike Evans in 2026“A highly productive player still, when he’s on the field, a reliable target,” Graziano said. “You know, everything everybody’s saying about what A.J. Brown can be for Drake Maye, I think applies for what Mike Evans can be for Brock Purdy, in terms of the […]
49ers waive offensive lineman they signed to a Reserve/Future contract in January
On January 21, the San Francisco 49ers signed offensive lineman Zachary Thomas to a Reserve/Future contract. Thomas was a sixth-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, where the Chicago Bears drafted him. He’d spent time with the Bears, Rams, Patriots, and Colts. Thomas was most recently on the Texans’ practice squad before being released on […]
Mike Evans gives Kyle Shanahan the type of WR he hasn’t had since 2016
The San Francisco 49ers needed a splash at wide receiver and they got one this offseason, signing Mike Evans to a three-year, $42 million deal to pry the veteran away from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Evans, one of the most accomplished wide receivers of the last 10 years, had his most injury-riddled campaign in 2025, […]
How many 49ers would be worth a 1st round pick in a trade?
ESPN’s Bill Barnwell went through each team in the NFL to determine how many players would be worthy of a first-round pick. This is a roster with several All-Pros and potential Hall of Fame players. But it’s 2026, and each of them has enough question marks at this stage in their career that another organization […]
Which 49ers superstar returning from injury is the most concerning for 2026?
The San Francisco 49ers were ravaged by injuries to their cornerstone players in 2025. Even rookies and contributors went down, but it is extremely difficult to carry on with your two best defensive players and the heartbeat of your offense out with injuries. As of now, the 49ers are relatively healthy heading into training camp […]
The 3 offensive players under the most pressure to perform in 2026
The 49er offense is going to deliver efficient production. That has simply become a fact of life in the Kyle Shanahan era, and it was a point evidenced by the fact San Francisco finished sixth in Expected Points Added per play on offense last season despite injuries at quarterback and at the pass-catching positions. Still, […]
49ers News: Can’t wait to see the offense this season
Former 49ers safety makes bold prediction about Kyle Shanahan’s offense in 2026“You have an All-Pro to the left (Evans) that demands double coverage,” Whitner said. “You have [TE] George Kittle—demands double coverage over the middle. You have to play the run with [RB] Christian McCaffrey, and he can catch the ball out of the backfield. […]
49ers roster preview: It’s now or never for Jacob Cowing
We haven’t seen Jacob Cowing catch a pass since 2024. The 41-yard pass against the Chiefs in Week 7 of his rookie year feels like an eon ago. He was on the field for 175 snaps that season, mixed between wide receiver and returner. He was a good one. One kickoff return was 32 yards. […]
The 49ers had the highest total in this metric dating back to 2017: It’s better to be lucky than good
Even when the San Francisco 49ers had a historic 2023 season offensively, they ranked 25th in DVOA in special teams. They were bottom-three in net kickoff and punt returns. You didn’t notice the poor field position or sloppy returns because you knew the offense would make up for it and get to midfield in a […]
The best and worst contracts on the 49ers in 2026
The San Francisco 49ers head into the 2026 season with nearly $72 million in available cap space. The idea is to roll over as much of that figure into next season, as some of the recently signed contracts will toll moving forward. The 49ers are loaded with high-end talent, and as such, they are rewarded […]
49ers News: The closer we get to the season, the farther it feels
Former teammate says best is yet to come for 49ers QB Brock Purdy“Yeah, I don’t see why not,” [Xavier] Hutchinson answered. “You have to prove it every single season, in every single game, and I think that’s exactly what he’s done. I’m super excited for him because I don’t even think this is the best […]
Former 49ers DC reveals ‘biggest surprise’ from 2025 draft class
The San Francisco 49ers got early contributions from their 2025 draft class, which heavily focused on the defensive side of the ball. After letting several veterans walk in free agency last offseason, the 49ers gave key roles to their top draft picks early in the season. Rookie defensive linemen Mykel Williams and Alfred Collins became […]
49ers roster preview: Is it realistic to expect a 2nd-year jump for Connor Colby?
The San Francisco 49ers drafted Connor Colby in the seventh round. By Week 2, he was starting at left guard due to a couple of injuries ahead of him on the depth chart. Welcome to the Niners, Connor. Colby came into the NFL with experience at multiple positions as a 4-year starter out of Iowa. […]
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