49ers players to miss OTAs in June

The San Francisco 49ers are trying out several kickers this week, per Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. They include Michael Badgley, Brett Maher, and Joey Slye. With Robbie Gould out several weeks, the #49ers are trying out several veteran kickers, including Michael Badgley, Brett Maher and Joey Slye, per sources.— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) October 5,

Trey Lance's first NFL start was far from perfect, but it was good enough to leave a positive impression on those who were playing with and against him on the field. Lance finished with 192 yards on 15-of-29 passing with zero touchdowns and one interception in Sunday's 17-10 loss to the Arizona Cardinals, while also leading both teams in rushing with 16 carries for 89 yards. Following the game, 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan told reporters he felt Lance played well overall despite the first quarter interception that the Cardinals turned into their first touchdown. "I thought he did some really good things," Shanahan said. "Definitely wasn't perfect, which no one ever has been. That first pick I thought just sailed on him. He was going to the right spot but it

The San Francisco 49ers fell to 2-3 after suffering their third consecutive loss of the season, a 17-10 defeat on the road against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 5. Today, Pro Football Focus released its grades from the game. Which Niners played well, and who has more work to do? Below are Pro Football Focus' five highest-graded 49ers players on offense against the Cardinals. Trent Williams, LT, 77.1, 65 snaps Laken Tomlinson, LG, 72.8, 65 snaps Trey Sermon, RB, 70.1, 2 snaps Brandon Aiyuk, WR, 69.9, 46 snaps Elijah Mitchell, RB, 68.8, 44 snaps Below are the five highest-graded 49ers players on defense. Arik Armstead, DE, 89.2, 42 snaps Nick Bosa, DE, 86.1,

Kyle Shanahan had a chance to study the film from yesterday's disappointing loss to the Seattle Seahawks and has reviewed the game with his players. The San Francisco 49ers head coach spoke with reporters today via a conference call and assessed the play of several players, including rookie quarterback Trey Lance. Lance started the second half after Jimmy Garoppolo sustained a calf contusion. The veteran quarterback will be re-evaluated later this week and could still play against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. As for Lance, he finished the game 9-of-18 for 157 yards with two touchdowns. The coach was asked what teaching points from the game he