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• Deommodore Lenoir Active, Bryce Huff OUT vs. Texans; Inactives for Week 8 #SFvsHOU
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  Take a look at players who have been ruled out for the San Francisco 49ers Week 8 matchup versus the Houston Texans.
  Share • Oct 26, 2025 at 8:40 AM
• These 7 49ers players are inactive vs. Texans
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  Seven San Francisco 49ers players, including Brock Purdy and Ricky Pearsall, are inactive for the Week 8 matchup vs. the Houston Texans.
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 26, 2025 at 8:33 AM
• Jonathan Taylor and Christian McCaffrey look towards the NFL record books on Sunday
  From the Web › Touchdown Wire
  San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey leads the NFL with 981 scrimmage yards (516 receiving, 465 rushing) this season
  Share • Oct 26, 2025 at 4:20 AM
• 49ers vs. Texans picks: Who do experts predict will win Week 8 matchup?
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers will take on the Houston Texans in Week 8. Here's what the experts think will happen on Sunday afternoon at NRG Stadium.
  Share • Oct 25, 2025 at 9:20 PM
• 49ers bolster depth in the trenches with 2 roster moves leading up to Week 8
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers added depth in the trenches with a pair of roster moves leading up to a Week 8 showdown with the Houston Texans.
  Share • Oct 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM
• 49ers elevate Trevis Gipson, Nick Zakelj from practice squad for game vs. Texans
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  The 49ers on Saturday elevated defensive end Trevis Gipson and offensive lineman Nick Zakelj from the practice squad for Sunday’s game against the Houston...
  Share • Oct 25, 2025 at 1:40 PM
• San Francisco 49ers Activate Two Players Ahead of #SFvsHOU
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  San Francisco 49ers have activated two members from the team's practice squad
  Share • Oct 25, 2025 at 1:40 PM
• 49ers announce roster moves ahead of clash with Texans
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  49ers make key roster moves before facing the Texans, elevating Trevis Gipson and Nick Zakelj as injuries shake up the offensive line.
  Marc Adams • Share • Oct 25, 2025 at 1:36 PM
• Checking in on the Ex-49ers Around the League
  49ers Webzone › Editorials
  Where are the former 49ers now? From Deebo Samuel to Talanoa Hufanga, see how ex-49ers are performing across the NFL and how each move graded out.
  Jesse Dumas • Share • Oct 25, 2025 at 1:34 PM
• 49ers' Kyle Shanahan shares when he first knew Texans' DeMeco Ryans could be a head coach
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  Kyle Shanahan opens up about when he first knew DeMeco Ryans was destined to be an NFL head coach as the 49ers prepare to face the Texans in Week 8.
  Marc Adams • Share • Oct 25, 2025 at 9:51 AM
• 49ers mailbag: Will SF swing a trade? When will Brock Purdy return? What's up with Brandon Aiyuk?
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  49ers fans sound off in this week's mailbag — from Brock Purdy's return and Brandon Aiyuk's status to trade rumors and injury concerns in San Francisco.
  Marc Adams • Share • Oct 25, 2025 at 8:52 AM
• Will NFL teams prioritize gambling education during a season?
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The NFL is far more reactive than it is proactive. Which makes Friday's reminder memo about the gambling policy, one day after the NBA landed in perhaps the biggest...
  Share • Oct 25, 2025 at 8:20 AM
• 49ers vs. Texans: Keys to Victory as Niners Target 6th Win
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  49ers face the Texans in a defensive battle. Here are San Francisco's three keys to victory as Kyle Shanahan's offense meets DeMeco Ryans' defense.
  Wayne "Breezie" Brown • Share • Oct 25, 2025 at 7:00 AM
• 49ers' 5 keys to winning in Houston: Keep up McCaffrey's Texas-sized workload
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  If the 49ers win Sunday in Houston, they'll match their overall win total from last season and they'll be alone atop the NFC West at 6-2.
  Share • Oct 25, 2025 at 5:20 AM
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• Kyle Shanahan: Brandon Aiyuk could return to practice as soon as next week
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The 49ers could open wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk's 21-day practice window as soon as next week, coach Kyle Shanahan said Friday."Yeah, I believe he's getting a lot...
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 7:20 PM
• New 49er has dramatically exceeded Kyle Shanahan's expectations
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers got extremely lucky finding Eddy Pineiro after the year started. He's been even better than Kyle Shanahan thought he'd be.
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 7:00 PM
• George Kittle names 49ers' best offseason addition
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  49ers star George Kittle praises Robert Saleh as the team's best-ever signing, crediting his energy and leadership for San Francisco's defensive turnaround.
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 4:00 PM
• Lenoir Questionable, Purdy OUT vs. Texans; Injury Report Ahead of #SFvsHOU
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  The San Francisco 49ers released their latest injury updates headed into the Week 8 contest versus the Houston Texans.
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 3:20 PM
• Transcript: Kyle Shanahan shares final updates ahead of 49ers-Texans Week 8 matchup
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  San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke to reporters following Friday's practice, providing final updates ahead of the team's Week 8 matchup against the...
  Site Staff • Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 3:05 PM
• 49ers' Purdy, Pearsall to remain out vs. Texans
  From the Web › ESPN
  With starter Brock Purdy slowly working his way back from the right big toe injury that's kept him out since Week 4, the 49ers will again turn to backup Mac Jones on...
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 3:00 PM
• 'Best signing we've ever had': 49ers' Kittle names surprising team MVP
  From the Web › SFGate
  "He's like a Kyle Shanahan on defense," Nick Bosa said.
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 3:00 PM
• 5 players out, 3 questionable on 49ers Week 8 injury report
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers will be without two key offensive starters once again as they take on an excellent Houston Texans defense in Week 8.
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 2:40 PM
• Brock Purdy will miss his fourth straight game
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has been ruled out again this week. Purdy was a limited participant in practice this week, but the 49ers ruled him out with a toe injury...
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 2:40 PM
• Shanahan: 49ers could open Brandon Aiyuk's practice window next week
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  San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk may return soon as Kyle Shanahan hints at opening his practice window amid the team's playoff push.
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 2:27 PM
• Kyle Shanahan has encouraging update on injured 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers may be getting one of their star wide receivers back soon.
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 2:20 PM
• 49ers QB Brock Purdy, WR Ricky Pearsall out again for Week 8 game vs. Texans
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Backup quarterback Mac Jones will make his fourth consecutive start for the 49ers and his sixth of the season on Sunday.The 49ers on Friday ruled out Brock Purdy with a...
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 2:20 PM
• Niners QB Brock Purdy (toe) out Sunday vs. Texans; Mac Jones to start again for San Francisco
  From the Web › NFL.com
  Niners quarterback Brock Purdy has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Texans, head coach Kyle Shanahan said. Mac Jones is set to start once...
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 2:20 PM
• 49ers vs. Texans final injury report: Purdy, Pearsall among 5 ruled out for Sunday
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers injury report: Brock Purdy and Ricky Pearsall ruled out vs. Texans as San Francisco battles key injuries ahead of Sunday's Week 8 matchup.
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 2:17 PM
• Your Biggest Week 8 Questions vs. Houston, Answered
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  San Francisco 49ers team reporter Briana Jeannel addresses fans' biggest questions ahead of Week 8 vs. the Houston Texans.
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 1:20 PM
• 49ers updates: Purdy practices for third straight day; Pearsall still sidelined; Lenoir returns
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  49ers QB Brock Purdy practices third straight day; Ricky Pearsall remains out, while Deommodore Lenoir returns ahead of Week 8 vs. Texans.
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 1:02 PM
• Imagining if the 49ers had drafted Mac Jones instead of Trey Lance
  From the Web › SI.com
  Let's imagine an alternate reality in which Kyle Shanahan had stuck to his gut and drafted Mac Jones instead of Trey Lance four years ago.
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 12:20 PM
• Robert Saleh explains how 49ers backup is 'invaluable' to his defense
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers have had a few players miss some time in the secondary this year, and that's opened up some opportunities for Chase Lucas.
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 12:00 PM
• Ways to Watch and Listen: 49ers vs. Texans | Week 8
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  Broadcast and streaming information for the San Francisco 49ers Week 8 matchup against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium.
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 11:40 AM
• Writer identifies surprising name as 49ers' biggest letdown
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  Bleacher Report names 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey the team's biggest letdown despite his strong stats and Week 7 breakout performance.
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 9:42 AM
• Five 49ers players to watch in road Week 8 game vs. DeMeco Ryans' Texans
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  The points could be at a premium Sunday when the 49ers square off against the Houston Texans in Week 8.San Francisco owns one of the top offenses in the league in yards...
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 9:40 AM
• NFL Week 8 bold predictions: Bijan Robinson, Drake Maye and Rico Dowdle go OFF; Jets win a game!
  From the Web › NFL.com
  Is Bijan Robinson about to enjoy another special day? Will Drake Maye stay hot in his toughest test yet? Could the Jets actually win a football game? Our analysts...
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 9:40 AM
• Grading the 49ers position by position as they enter Week 8
  From the Web › SI.com
  The 49ers are nearly halfway through the regular season, and their record is 5-2. And you are what your record says you are, right?
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 8:40 AM
• The 'Mad Minute' on 49ers-Texans in Week 8 | 'GMFB'
  From the Web › NFL.com
  The "GMFB" hosts preview what to expect in the Week 8 matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and Houston Texans.
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 7:31 AM
• Will 49ers-Texans be on in my area? Week 8 broadcast map, TV channel
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers have started out 5-2, and now they'll take on the Houston Texans. Here's how to tell if the game will be on TV near you.
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 7:20 AM
• 49ers vs. Texans: The Standard's 5 fast predictions
  From the Web › San Francisco Standard
  Kyle Shanahan will face his former defensive coordinator, DeMeco Ryans, on Sunday in Houston.
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 6:20 AM
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• 49ers DC mum on desire to become an NFL head coach again after failing with New York Jets
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers may have to find a fourth defensive coordinator in four years if Robert Saleh leaves to be a head coach.
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 5:00 AM
• Our guide to every Week 8 NFL game: Matchup previews, predictions, picks and nuggets
  From the Web › ESPN
  Aaron Rodgers vs. Green Bay? Can Bills and Ravens get back on track? Picks, predictions and stats for every Week 8 game.
  Share • Oct 24, 2025 at 3:40 AM
• Rapoport delivers expected update on 49ers QB Brock Purdy's status vs. Texans
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  NFL insider Ian Rapoport reports 49ers QB Brock Purdy is unlikely to play in Week 8 vs. the Texans as Mac Jones prepares for another start.
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 23, 2025 at 10:51 PM
• 49ers DC Robert Saleh reveals underrated key to team's success under Kyle Shanahan
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers have been contenders for several years, and defensive coordinator Robert Saleh revealed one of the keys to that success.
  Share • Oct 23, 2025 at 9:20 PM
• Chargers' Jim Harbaugh gets 60th coaching win, joins Norm Van Brocklin in rare 60-60 win club
  From the Web › NFL.com
  When his Chargers defeated the Vikings at SoFi Stadium, Jim Harbaugh came away with some history, joining Norm Van Brocklin as the only people to earn 60 wins as both a...
  Share • Oct 23, 2025 at 8:20 PM
• How Mykel Williams, young 49ers D-linemen are leaning on injured Nick Bosa
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  The 49ers are rolling even with a depleted roster, but could one of their injured stars be back in the mix for San Francisco’s second-half surge? General manager...
  Share • Oct 23, 2025 at 7:40 PM
• 49ers injury updates from practice come with good signs for ailing defense
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers didn't get much good injury news on offense, but their defense saw two starters upgraded ahead of Week 8.
  Share • Oct 23, 2025 at 6:00 PM
• 49ers coaches praise versatile defender for performance in recent win
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  49ers coaches Kyle Shanahan and Robert Saleh praise Chase Lucas for his breakout game, energy, and versatility in San Francisco's win over the Falcons.
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 23, 2025 at 5:54 PM
• Transcripts: Robert Saleh, Klay Kubiak, Mac Jones preview 49ers-Texans Week 8 matchup
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh, offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak, and quarterback Mac Jones addressed reporters following Thursday's practice as...
  Site Staff • Share • Oct 23, 2025 at 5:20 PM
• Can 49ers' patchwork defense match up with Texans' top unit?
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  The 49ers (5-2) will take on the NFL's stingiest scoring defense Sunday in Houston while Robert Saleh must patch up another hole in the Niners'...
  Share • Oct 23, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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• Brock Purdy remained a limited participant in Thursday's practice
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  49ers starting quarterback Brock Purdy remained a limited participant in Thursday's practice. He was limited all of last week and ruled out against the Falcons.Purdy...
  Share • Oct 23, 2025 at 4:20 PM
• Shanahan remains optimistic about Lenoir's status for 49ers vs. Texans; Plus a Purdy update
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  49ers coach Kyle Shanahan shares positive updates on Deommodore Lenoir and Brock Purdy ahead of Sunday's Week 8 matchup vs. the Texans.
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 23, 2025 at 3:56 PM
• 49ers' Robert Saleh sends clear message about his coaching future
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  49ers DC Robert Saleh dismisses coaching speculation, keeping his focus on helping San Francisco extend its NFC West lead over the Texans.
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 23, 2025 at 3:34 PM
• 49ers vs. Texans injury report: Players limited or missing from Thursday's practice
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  49ers QB Brock Purdy continues to work his way back as several key players sit out or are limited ahead of Sunday's Week 8 matchup vs. the Texans.
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 23, 2025 at 3:19 PM
• 49ers under-the-radar offseason moves have been huge reason for hot start despite injuries
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers made some big moves this offseason, but they weren't expected to be 5-2 through the first seven weeks of the season.
  Share • Oct 23, 2025 at 3:00 PM
• The one thing the 49ers must improve to become Super Bowl Contenders
  From the Web › SI.com
  The 49ers currently are the No. 2 seed in the NFC with a record of 5-2. And yet, if the playoffs started this weekend, the 49ers would not truly be Super Bowl...
  Share • Oct 23, 2025 at 2:20 PM
• How 49ers could have stumbled on upgrade at center despite injury to starter
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers lost starting center Jake Brendel to an injury in Week 7, and Matt Hennessy filled in competently.
  Share • Oct 23, 2025 at 1:40 PM
• Veteran center Matt Hennessy latest 49ers backup called to step up after injury
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  SANTA CLARA — A big smile spread across Matt Hennessy’s face this week at the mere mention of the 49ers’ offensive system.“Playing in this scheme...
  Share • Oct 23, 2025 at 1:20 PM
• When will Brock Purdy return? Latest injury updates on 49ers QB
  From the Web › USA Today
  San Francisco's starting quarterback has played in just two games so far this season due to injury. Here's what we know about his status this week.
  Share • Oct 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM
• What in the world is going on with 49ers QB Brock Purdy's toe?
  From the Web › SFGate
  Turf toe is never as mild as the name implies.
  Share • Oct 23, 2025 at 12:40 PM