The San Francisco 49ers got within a game of the NFC West lead with their 27-6 win over the Arizona Cardinals. The win is the team's fourth in their last six games.
A hip injury to running back Frank Gore opened the door for Brian Westbrook's 136 yard, one touchdown performance.
Quarterback Troy Smith was 11 of 23 for 129 yards, one touchdown and an interception.
On Sunday, the 49ers will face a tough test in Green Bay as they take on the Packers at Lambeau Field.
Elsewhere in the division, the Seahawks will face the Panthers at in Seattle and the Cardinals and Rams will battle each other in Arizona.
NFC West news: Matthew Stafford, Rams agree to restructured deal
By David Bonilla
Feb 28
It seemed likely that the defending NFC West champions would lose their starting quarterback, Matthew Stafford. The Los Angeles Rams recently allowed Stafford to explore a trade, allowing him to speak with other teams and assess his market value.
While teams like the New York...
One player made the 49ers one of the most-fined teams last season
By David Bonilla
Feb 25
Action Network recently released a list of the most-fined NFL teams during the 2024 season (h/t Niners Wire), with the San Francisco 49ers ranking ninth.
The Houston Texans topped the list, accumulating $3.15 million in fines—largely due to defensive end Denico Autry,...
Potential 49ers draft target shines as one of the Combine's biggest risers
By David Bonilla
Mar 3
Missouri offensive tackle Armand Membou put his athleticism on full display at the NFL Scouting Combine, looking like the type of prospect the San Francisco 49ers could covet.
Longtime ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. released his list of the biggest risers from the Combine,...
The San Francisco 49ers have re-signed guard Ben Bartch to a one-year deal, preventing him from hitting free agency on March 12. The versatile lineman remains with the team for 2025.
It's a one-year deal for Bartch, 26, who figures to be a candidate to start if LG Aaron...
