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• Jerry Rice reveals what the 49ers need at wide receiver to succeed
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  49ers legend Jerry Rice says San Francisco must add a true deep threat at wide receiver to keep defenses honest and unlock the offense.
  David Bonilla • Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 1:14 PM
• Mac Jones: I've proven I can be a starter, but it's a business
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  Mac Jones wouldn't mind following the Sam Darnold blueprint for resurrecting himself as a starting NFL quarterback after early stumbles. Darnold spent a year as a backup...
  Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 12:40 PM
• Why 49ers' Christian McCaffrey looks back on the 2025 season with pride
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  49ers RB Christian McCaffrey reflects on a resilient 2025 season, praising the team's depth, leadership, and perseverance despite key injuries.
  David Bonilla • Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 12:25 PM
• NFL confirms 49ers will open next season in league's Australian debut
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  The 49ers will open next season against the Rams in the NFL's first-regular season game in Australia.
  Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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• 49ers could play two international games in 2026—and not everyone is happy
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  49ers set for first-ever NFL game in Australia in 2026, with a possible second international matchup in Mexico City, raising travel and schedule concerns.
  David Bonilla • Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 11:47 AM
• Why one 49ers QB is drawing motivation from Seahawks QB Sam Darnold
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  Sam Darnold's unlikely run to Super Bowl LX with the Seattle Seahawks is providing inspiration for one member of the San Francisco 49ers.
  Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 11:20 AM
• 49ers 2026 schedule will include historic NFL international game
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers are taking part in an NFL first as the league continues its international expansion.
  Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 11:20 AM
• 49ers are Rams' opponent for 1st Australia game
  From the Web › ESPN
  The 49ers will be the Rams' opponent for the first NFL regular-season game in Melbourne, Australia during the 2026 season.
  Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 11:20 AM
• Rams' 2026 "home" game against 49ers will be played in Melbourne, Australia
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The 49ers and Rams will meet in Melbourne, Australia, for a regular-season game in 2026.The NFL announced the matchup today, having previously confirmed that the Rams...
  Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 11:20 AM
• 49ers will play Rams in first-ever NFL regular-season game in Melbourne, Australia
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  49ers face Rams in the NFL's first-ever regular season game in Melbourne, Australia at the iconic MCG, making history for fans worldwide.
  Site Staff • Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 11:11 AM
• San Francisco 49ers to play Los Angeles Rams in first-ever game in Melbourne, Australia
  From the Web › NFL.com
  The NFL has announced that the 49ers will play the Rams in the historic first-ever regular season game in Melbourne, Australia. The teams will meet at the iconic...
  Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 11:00 AM
• 49ers Set to Face Rams in NFL's First-Ever Game in Melbourne, Australia
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  The San Francisco 49ers will make history in 2026 when they face the Los Angeles Rams at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in the NFL's first-ever regular season game in...
  Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 11:00 AM
• Kurtenbach: My Super Bowl prediction — 49ers fans probably won't like it
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  I don't expect much of a game.
  Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 10:40 AM
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• Christian McCaffrey says 49ers would welcome Deebo Samuel reunion
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  49ers RB Christian McCaffrey says Deebo Samuel would be welcomed back despite last year's trade, as San Francisco faces major questions at wide receiver.
  David Bonilla • Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 9:36 AM
• Niners backup QB Mac Jones embraces trade talk, wants to 'be a starter' again in NFL like Sam Darnold
  From the Web › NFL.com
  Mac Jones told NFL Network’s The Insiders that his 2025 season was in some ways the career reset he needed, working with Kyle Shanahan and a talented 49ers...
  Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 9:20 AM
• San Francisco 49ers 'Fan of the Year' | 'GMFB'
  From the Web › NFL.com
  "Good Morning Football" host Jamie Erdahl introduces the San Francisco 49ers' Fan of the Year, Donna Bettencourt. As a lifelong member of The Faithful, Donna has cheered...
  Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 9:03 AM
• Donte Whitner is Not a Fan of the 49ers' New Defensive Coordinator
  From the Web › SI.com
  Donte Whitner knows a good defensive coordinator when he sees one.
  Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 9:00 AM
• Chris Simms details where the 49ers must improve this offseason
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  49ers offseason priorities come into focus as Chris Simms outlines key roster upgrades, including offensive line help, added weapons, and closing the NFC gap.
  David Bonilla • Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 8:51 AM
• 49ers report card: Superstar, breakout performance buoy TE group
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers used quite a few tight ends in 2025, and the results were mixed from the group on the year.
  Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 8:20 AM
• Morning Report: McCaffrey, Juszczyk Talk Team NFC Pro Bowl Win
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  Catch up on the latest San Francisco 49ers headlines, powered by Cisco.
  Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 8:20 AM
• How interested are the 49ers in Maxx Crosby?
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  49ers face major pass-rush questions as Maxx Crosby trade rumors heat up. Could San Francisco swing big for the Raiders star to fix its defense?
  David Bonilla • Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 7:48 AM
• 49ers TE George Kittle shocks fans with impressive street performance
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers may not be playing in the Super Bowl, but their players are heavily involved in the festivities leading up to the game.
  Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 7:20 AM
• 49ers legend Jerry Rice not campaigning for Levi's Stadium statue but would 'gladly welcome' one
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Jerry Rice is not campaigning for a statue of himself outside Levi's Stadium but the 49ers should consider it and put more legacies out in the open.
  Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 6:20 AM
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• Super Bowl LX: Seahawks-Patriots marks latest rematch in big game
  From the Web › ESPN
  This year marks the 10th different repeat Super Bowl matchup and the fourth the New England Patriots are involved in themselves.
  Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 4:00 AM
• 5 highest-graded Super Bowl performances by rookies in the PFF era
  From the Web › Pro Football Focus
  Max Chadwick details the highest-graded Super Bowl performances by rookies in the PFF era as we close in on Super Bowl 60.
  Share • Feb 5, 2026 at 3:20 AM
• 49ers could revamp defense with one massive trade for disgruntled star
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers shouldn't hesitate to push all their chips in for one disgruntled NFL superstar.
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 9:40 PM
• Jed York on substation injury theory: "I think we can debunk it"
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The 49ers have a perception problem when it comes to the possibility that their uptick in injuries has been caused by the proximity of the team's practice facility to an...
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 9:20 PM
• 2025 redraft: 49ers pick Offensive Rookie of the Year candidate
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers took Mykel Williams in the first round of the 2025 NFL draft. In ESPN's new re-draft, they take a game-changing wide receiver.
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 8:00 PM
• 49ers should want to bring back 2025 team sack leader in free agency
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers got a defensive boost from signing Clelin Ferrell midseason, but now he's set to hit the market and possibly leave again.
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM
• 49ers QB Mac Jones on possible trade: 'It's good to be talked about'
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  It doesn't sound like San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones is against being traded in the offseason.
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM
• Mac Jones joins 'The Insiders' to talk about getting his 'football PhD' with the 49ers
  From the Web › NFL.com
  San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones joins the show to reflect on this season and what he's learned.
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 5:46 PM
• 49ers QB Mac Jones: "I've proven I can be a starter"
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  49ers QB Mac Jones reflects on his 2025 season, proving he can be an NFL starter after stepping in for Brock Purdy and keeping San Francisco in contention.
  David Bonilla • Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 5:45 PM
• 49ers' CJ West eyes 'biggest jump' of career in 2026 outlook
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers DT CJ West admits he must make a big Year 2 jump after his rookie season, explaining how improved run defense and pass rush can help San Francisco.
  David Bonilla • Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 2:31 PM
• Kyle Juszczyk hints 49ers could open the 2026 season in Australia
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers could open the 2026 NFL season in Australia after Kyle Juszczyk hints at a Week 1 game abroad, with Mexico City still in play as NFL plans emerge.
  David Bonilla • Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 2:04 PM
• Canton-bound: 49ers legendary running back Roger Craig selected to Pro Football Hall of Fame
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers legend Roger Craig is headed to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, a long-overdue honor for the Super Bowl champion who changed the RB position.
  Marc Adams • Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 1:25 PM
• Roger Craig is next, but he won't be the last 49ers running back in the Hall of Fame
  From the Web › San Francisco Standard
  A three-plus decade wait is coming to an end as the San Francisco legend has paved the road to Canton for Frank Gore.
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 1:20 PM
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• 49ers WR Kendrick Bourne opens up about his future in San Francisco
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  49ers WR Kendrick Bourne opens up about his future in San Francisco, his desire to return, and why Kyle Shanahan's offense still fits him perfectly.
  David Bonilla • Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 1:05 PM
• Is 49ers' Kyle Shanahan getting ready for life after coaching?
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers may not be playing in the Super Bowl on Sunday, but their head coach and star linebacker will be part of the coverage.
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 11:00 AM
• 49ers' Kyle Shanahan, Fred Warner added to Super Bowl LX pregame show
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  San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan and All-Pro Fred Warner will appear as guest analysts on NBC's Super Bowl LX pregame show on Sunday.
  David Bonilla • Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 10:37 AM
• Aaron Donald, Kyle Shanahan, Fred Warner, Cam Heyward to serve as NBC pregame analysts for Super Bowl LX
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The last time NBC broadcast the Super Bowl, Aaron Donald effectively ended the game by pressuring Joe Burrow on fourth-and-1 to force an incompletion and a turnover on...
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 10:20 AM
• Will the 49ers finally prioritize the offensive line in the 2026 NFL Draft?
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  Will the San Francisco 49ers finally invest early in the offensive line? ESPN's Matt Miller projects major O-line upgrades in a bold 2026 NFL Draft plan.
  David Bonilla • Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 8:58 AM
• 49ers WR identified as a trade target for top AFC team in 2026
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers will likely get rid of Brandon Aiyuk before the 2026 season. Could they trade him to an AFC team to get some value back?
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 8:20 AM
• Morning Report: McCaffrey Receives NFL Salute to Service Award, Pro Bowl Games Recap
  From the Web › 49ers.com
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  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 8:20 AM
• 49ers' McCaffrey earns Salute to Service Award, finalist for others
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Christian McCaffrey succeeded 49ers teammate George Kittle for the NFL's Salute To Service Award presented by USAA
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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• NFL, USAA announce 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey as recipient of 15th annual Salute to Service Award
  From the Web › NFL.com
  The NFL and USAA, an official NFL Salute to Service Partner, named Christian McCaffrey, San Francisco 49ers running back, as the recipient of the 15th annual Salute to...
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 8:00 AM
• 49ers' McCaffrey honored for support of military
  From the Web › ESPN
  49ers All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey is the USAA 2025 Salute to Service award winner.
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 7:20 AM
• NFL, USAA Announce 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey as Recipient of 15th Annual Salute to Service Award
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  San Francisco 49ers Christian McCaffrey's commitment to honoring service members, veterans, and their families to be recognized at 2026 NFL Honors.
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 7:20 AM
• Three 49ers Who Will Benefit the Least from Playing Under Raheem Morris
  From the Web › SI.com
  For better or worse, the 49ers' defense will be extremely different this season under new defensive coordinator Raheem Morris than it was the previous nine.
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 7:20 AM
• 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey honored with NFL Salute to Service Award
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  San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey wins the NFL Salute to Service Award for his dedication to supporting veterans through his foundation.
  David Bonilla • Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 7:06 AM
• 49ers projected to add 3 comp picks thanks to mass free agent exodus
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers will add three more picks in the 2026 NFL draft because of some big-name free agency exits last offseason.
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 7:00 AM
• Avoidance of 49ers' practice facility for Super Bowl LX has nothing to do with substation
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  No, neither of the Super Bowl teams will be practicing at the 49ers' facility this week. And, no, it has nothing to do with the theory that the proximity of an...
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 7:00 AM
• Expect Roger Craig, not Frank Gore, to make it when Hall of Fame is unveiled
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Expect 49ers great Roger Craig to be part of this year's Hall of Fame class when it's officially revealed Thursday night at NFL Honors, held at the Palace of Fine...
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 6:20 AM
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• Christian McCaffrey shifts into recovery mode as 49ers reset for 2026
  From the Web › USA Today
  The star running back opened up about the grind of the offseason, missing the Super Bowl and why playing for the love of the game still drives him.
  Share • Feb 4, 2026 at 5:20 AM
• Team NFC Wins 2026 Pro Bowl Games in San Francisco
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  FB Kyle Juszczyk, RB Christian McCaffrey, T Trent Williams, LB Luke Gifford, and LS Jon Weeks represented the San Francisco 49ers as part of Team NFC at the 2026 Pro...
  Share • Feb 3, 2026 at 9:40 PM
• 49ers double down on one position group in new 2026 mock draft
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers need to improve their offensive line soon, and ESPN's Matt Miller thinks they could do that early in the 2026 NFL draft.
  Share • Feb 3, 2026 at 9:20 PM
• 49ers report cards: WRs were a mixed bag for San Francisco in 2025
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers had a lot of players listed as a wide receiver on their depth chart, but they didn't get the best results from the group.
  Share • Feb 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM
• Baldy names 49ers' top offseason priority to close the NFC gap
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  Brian Baldinger says the San Francisco 49ers' top offseason priority is fixing a defense that didn't rank very high in 2025 and fell behind NFC contenders.
  David Bonilla • Share • Feb 3, 2026 at 4:19 PM
• 49ers expect to give up home game to play internationally
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The 49ers are giving up a home game to play internationally in 2026, team owner Jed York said.In an interview with Imagen Sports, York said the 49ers will play one of...
  Share • Feb 3, 2026 at 2:20 PM
• 49ers legend's Hall of Fame nod may have just been leaked early
  From the Web › SFGate
  Is it the year of Roger Craig?
  Share • Feb 3, 2026 at 1:20 PM
• 49ers' Fred Warner settles the debate: Where does Brock Purdy rank among NFL QBs?
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  Is Brock Purdy the NFL's best QB? 49ers All-Pro Fred Warner says yes. Read why Warner ranks Purdy over stars like Justin Herbert and predicts a future MVP.
  David Bonilla • Share • Feb 3, 2026 at 12:35 PM