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• What we learned as depleted 49ers sloppy, undisciplined in first loss of season
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  BOX SCOREThe 49ers’ injury-depleted roster finally caught up to them on Sunday. Without several top players, including wide receiver Mike Evans, San...
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 1:40 PM
• Recap: 49ers drop from the ranks of the unbeaten with sloppy 29-20 loss to Falcons
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  The 49ers suffer their first loss of the season, falling 29-20 to the Falcons after four turnovers, costly penalties and a late Brock Purdy interception.
  Kirk Larrabee • Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 1:26 PM
• The 49ers' first loss: Brutal turnovers and bad penalties cost San Francisco in Atlanta
  From the Web › San Francisco Standard
  Kyle Shanahan's team fell to 6-1 with a 29-20 defeat to the Falcons on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 1:20 PM
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• 49ers lose their first game of the season as Falcons pull off upset win
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The 49ers are no longer undefeated. Atlanta's opportunistic defense intercepted Brock Purdy twice and recovered two fumbles (by George Kittle and Kaelon...
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 1:20 PM
• Falcons take lead, but Christian McCaffrey returns for 49ers
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The 49ers struggled while running back Christian McCaffrey was in the locker room with a thigh injury, but after the Falcons took the lead, McCaffrey returned. An early...
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 12:00 PM
• 49ers lead at halftime despite offense struggling without Christian McCaffrey
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The 49ers' game plan for today featured a heavy dose of Christian McCaffrey. But things didn't go according to plan. A spectacular opening drive ended with McCaffrey...
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 11:40 AM
• Purdy's 16-yard connection with McCaffrey gets 49ers inside the 5 in Atlanta
  From the Web › NFL.com
  San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy throws a 16-yard pass to running back Christian McCaffrey.
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 11:05 AM
• Christian McCaffrey injury update as 49ers RB misses time vs. Falcons
  From the Web › USA Today
  San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey left his team's game against the Falcons with an injury. Here's the latest.
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM
• 49ers injury update: Christian McCaffrey returns vs. Falcons
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  Christian McCaffrey is dealing with an injury early in the San Francisco 49ers game vs. the Atlanta Falcons.
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM
• Christian McCaffrey injury update: Latest on 49ers RB's Week 7 status
  From the Web › SFGate
  McCaffrey picked up a thigh injury in Sunday's game in Atlanta.
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM
• Watch: 49ers rookie Kaelon Black scores first NFL touchdown
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers rookie Kaelon Black scores his first NFL touchdown against the Falcons in Week 7, stepping up after the starting running back exits with an injury.
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 10:53 AM
• 49ers vs. Falcons injury updates: Latest news from the Week 7 matchup
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  Follow the latest 49ers injury updates during the Week 7 matchup against the Falcons, including in-game developments, player status changes, and return updates.
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 10:48 AM
• Christian McCaffrey leaps into the end zone on fourth down, 49ers lead Falcons
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  Facing fourth-and-goal from the 1-yard line on the first drive of the game today in Atlanta, San Francisco coach Kyle Shanahan kept his offense on the field. Smart...
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 10:40 AM
• NFL Week 7 Recap: Immediate fantasy football takeaways from Sunday's games
  From the Web › Pro Football Focus
  Steelers running back Jaylen Warren dominating and Saints running back Alvin Kamara seeing an increased workload are among the top fantasy football takeaways from Week...
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 10:20 AM
• Deommodore Lenoir has strong message for former 49ers star Terrell Owens
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers CB Deommodore Lenoir fires back at Terrell Owens after the Hall of Famer claims he could match Mike Evans' production in San Francisco.
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 9:57 AM
• 49ers starting CB officially active, rookie OL to debut vs. Falcons
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers will have a healthy secondary and a rookie offensive tackle suiting up for the first time in the NFL in Week 7.
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM
• 49ers vs. Falcons recap: Mistakes cost Brock Purdy and Co. in 29-20 Week 7 loss
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  What to Know Programming note: Immediately after the Week 7 game ends, watch “49ers Postgame Live” on NBC Sports Bay Area or stream the show in the NBC...
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM
• Stout, Kirk Active vs. Falcons; Inactives Week 7 #SFvsATL
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  Take a look at players who have been ruled out for the San Francisco 49ers Week 7 matchup versus the Atlanta Falcons.
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM
• NFL says 49ers' Fred Warner isn't actually on verge of suspension
  From the Web › SFGate
  Some influencers covering the 49ers have said Warner is at risk of a suspension.
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM
• San Francisco 49ers @ Atlanta Falcons Live Scores and Updates
  From the Web › SI.com
  This is the live blog for the San Francisco 49ers' Week 7 road game against the Atlanta Falcons. This will be updated frequently with information and analysis from the...
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 8:40 AM
• 49ers announce these 7 players as inactive vs. Falcons
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  The 49ers have announced seven inactives for Week 7 against the Falcons, including Nick Bosa, Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel, while Christian Kirk returns.
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 8:37 AM
• Schefter says 49ers could make a run at Colts DT DeForest Buckner
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  The 49ers could pursue a trade for Colts DT DeForest Buckner, according to Adam Schefter, potentially reuniting San Francisco with its former first-round pick.
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 8:22 AM
• The 49ers are 6-0, and the computers say it'll only get worse for everyone else
  From the Web › SFGate
  The 49ers have looked near unbeatable. And according to ESPN's computers, they might be.
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 8:20 AM
• NFL Week 7: Same-game parlays
  From the Web › Pro Football Focus
  NFL same-game parlay picks focus on passing-game matchups involving the Falcons, Giants and Jets. Michael Penix Jr. and Jahan Dotson face San Francisco's single-high...
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 8:00 AM
• 49ers vs. Falcons highlights: SF falls in ugly 1st loss
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers were about as bad as they could be Sunday in their loss to the Atlanta Falcons. Here are the lowlights.
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 6:20 AM
• 49ers Expected to Pursue a Trade for Colts DT DeForest Buckner
  From the Web › SI.com
  The 49ers almost certainly will make a big move before the NFL's trade deadline next month.
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 6:00 AM
• 49ers Receiver Speed Could Be Kyle Shanahan's Secret Weapon Sunday
  49ers Webzone › Editorials
  The 49ers are short on receivers, but Kyle Shanahan could turn their speed into a secret weapon against the Falcons and create opportunities across the offense.
  Carlos Torres • Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 6:00 AM
• NFL Week 7 inactives: Players ruled out for Sunday's 12 games
  From the Web › NFL.com
  NFL.com keeps you up to date with the inactive reports for every Sunday game in Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season.
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 5:20 AM
• 49ers vs. Falcons: TV channel, game time, streaming options
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers look to remain undefeated against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 7. Here's how to watch it.
  Share • Oct 25, 2026 at 4:20 AM
• Short-handed 49ers activate WR Christian Kirk for Week 7 game vs. Falcons
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Veteran wide receiver Christian Kirk will make his 49ers debut on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons.The 49ers activated Kirk off injured reserve on Saturday to be...
  Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 2:20 PM
• 49ers activate WR Christian Kirk from IR
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The 49ers made a procedural move on Friday, releasing defensive lineman Ogbo Okoronkwo to make room for wide receiver Christian Kirk. They made things official...
  Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 2:20 PM
• 49ers announce roster moves ahead of game in Atlanta, activate WR Christian Kirk from IR
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  The 49ers activate WR Christian Kirk from IR ahead of the Falcons game, elevate two players and release DT Kevin Givens as they adjust their roster.
  Marc Adams • Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 2:06 PM
• Fred Warner fined $65K for two plays in 49ers' Week 6 win over Commanders
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Fred Warner delivered some big hits on Monday night against the Washington Commanders.On Saturday, the 49ers’ four-time All-Pro linebacker took a couple of sizable...
  Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 2:00 PM
• 49ers LB Fred Warner hit with massive fines from Commanders game
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers LB Fred Warner fined $65, 673 for two hits against the Commanders, bringing his season total to $107, 466 and raising concerns about a possible suspension.
  Marc Adams • Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 1:53 PM
• 49ers Announce Roster Moves Ahead of #SFvsATL
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  The 49ers activate WR Christian Kirk from the Injured Reserve List, release DL Kevin Givens, elevate LB Jalen Graham, DL Ogbo Okoronkwo from the practice squad.
  Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 1:40 PM
• Falcons activate CB A.J. Terrell from IR
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The Falcons activated cornerback A.J. Terrell to the active roster from injured reserve, the team announced Saturday. Terrell injured his groin in Week 2. He returned...
  Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 1:40 PM
• Fred Warner was fined for hit on a defenseless player, Malik Mustapha was not
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  49ers linebacker Fred Warner heard from the NFL a couple of times for plays he made during Week 6. Warner was fined twice for hits on Commanders tight end Chig Okonkwo...
  Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 1:40 PM
• Trent Williams won't rule out playing long enough to make 49ers' 10-year wall
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  SANTA CLARA — In his 17th NFL season and seventh with the 49ers, Trent Williams seems to have found the fountain of youth. After considering when to hang up his...
  Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 1:00 PM
• 49ers Are Dominating the Red Zone on Both Sides of the Ball
  49ers Webzone › Editorials
  The 49ers lead the NFL with an 86% red-zone touchdown rate and rank fifth in defensive touchdown rate allowed, giving San Francisco a major scoring advantage.
  Alex Carl • Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 12:38 PM
• Questions linger regarding whether Jed York received preferential treatment
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  As it relates to the financial consequences of 49ers owner Jed York's suspension, relative to the financial consequences of a player suspension, there's no question that...
  Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 12:20 PM
• 49ers potential trade options reportedly available
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  The 49ers could have intriguing trade options before the November 10 deadline, including Brian Thomas Jr., DeForest Buckner and Quenton Nelson.
  Marc Adams • Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 11:59 AM
• With Nick Bosa out longer than expected, 49ers may not have enough healthy players for roster spots on Sunday
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  49ers defensive end Nick Bosa pulled a calf muscle in practice on the Thursday before Week 3. Even though the team didn't place Bosa on injured reserve, he has now...
  Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 11:20 AM
• 49ers must weigh urgency of wide receiver need before NFL trade deadline
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Wide receiver Brian Thomas’ career has taken a nosedive since the Jacksonville Jaguars’ first-round draft pick appeared to be on the fast track to stardom as...
  Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 10:40 AM
• The 49ers are 6-0, and the computers say it'll only get worse (for everyone else)
  From the Web › SFGate
  The 49ers have looked near unbeatable. And according to ESPN's computers, they might be.
  Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM
• Kyle Shanahan sees great potential in 49ers defensive linemen Romello Height, Keion White
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan sees major potential in Romello Height and Keion White, praising their progress and predicting bigger contributions from both.
  Marc Adams • Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 9:45 AM
• 49ers vs. Falcons: 5 Players to Watch in Week 7 matchup
  49ers Webzone › Editorials
  The 49ers aim for a 7-0 start against the Falcons in Week 7. George Kittle, Jordan Watkins and three others could play key roles before San Francisco's bye.
  Casey Lima • Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 9:27 AM
• 49ers' Kyle Shanahan reveals issues with Brock Purdy's helmet communication
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers coach Kyle Shanahan explains Brock Purdy's helmet communication issues, how often calls fail, and why San Francisco sometimes resorts to a timeout.
  Marc Adams • Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 9:15 AM
• 49ers mailbag: Will SF trade for a wide receiver? How to avoid an upset on Sunday? Which defensive lineman would you trade for?
  49ers Webzone › Editorials
  The 49ers mailbag tackles wide receiver trades, defensive line targets, and how San Francisco can avoid an upset against Atlanta and stay unbeaten.
  Marc Adams • Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 8:55 AM
• 49ers ranked as NFL's scariest team ahead of Halloween
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  The 49ers are the NFL's scariest team, according to RotoWire's Halloween rankings. See why San Francisco's 6-0 start has the rest of the league on alert.
  Marc Adams • Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 8:43 AM
• 49ers vs. Falcons: 3 Keys to Beat Atlanta in Week 7
  49ers Webzone › Editorials
  The 49ers aim for 7-0 against the Falcons. Discover three keys to victory, from stopping Bijan Robinson and Drake London to exploiting Atlanta's secondary.
  Wayne "Breezie" Brown • Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 8:42 AM
• WR Mike Evans ruled out for San Francisco 49ers game vs. Falcons
  From the Web › Touchdown Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers have ruled out wide receiver Mike Evans for their Week 7 game against the Atlanta Falcons due to multiple injuries.
  Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 6:00 AM
• 49ers Have Enough to Beat the Falcons and Reach 7-0
  49ers Webzone › Editorials
  The 49ers are 6-0 despite mounting injuries. See how San Francisco can exploit the Falcons' weaknesses, overcome key absences, and secure a seventh win.
  Carlos Torres • Share • Oct 24, 2026 at 6:00 AM
• 49ers injury report for Week 7 vs. Falcons: Nick Bosa, Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel all out
  From the Web › USA Today
  The San Francisco 49ers have ruled out several stars for the Week 7 game against the Atlanta Falcons.
  Share • Oct 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM
• Three teams could be undefeated through seven weeks, which is a rarity
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  Entering Week 7, three teams are undefeated. If three teams exit Week 7 undefeated, it will be a rarity. The 49ers take their 6-0 record to Atlanta. The 5-0 Chiefs face...
  Share • Oct 23, 2026 at 6:40 PM
• The spotlight is on Christian Kirk ahead of 49ers debut
  From the Web › SFGate
  With Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel out, Kirk is set to be a key target for Brock Purdy.
  Share • Oct 23, 2026 at 4:40 PM
• NFL's old-school safeties love 49ers' old-soul enforcer Malik Mustapha: 'I get excited'
  From the Web › San Francisco Chronicle
  Malik Mustapha's forceful tackling didn't just help save wins for the San Francisco 49ers the past two weeks, he's also inspiring to former All-Pros and Hall of...
  Share • Oct 23, 2026 at 4:31 PM
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• 49ers Are Finding Success With One of the NFL's Most Unusual Offenses
  49ers Webzone › Editorials
  The 49ers are thriving with one of the NFL's most unusual offenses, using two-running-back sets and Kyle Juszczyk's versatility to fuel elite efficiency.
  Alex Carl • Share • Oct 23, 2026 at 4:05 PM
• 49ers Rule Out Mike Evans vs. Falcons; Christian Kirk Questionable Ahead of Week 7 #SFvsATL
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  The San Francisco 49ers released their latest injury updates headed into their contest against the Atlanta Falcons.
  Share • Oct 23, 2026 at 3:20 PM
• 49ers must make do in Atlanta minus Nick Bosa, Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Wide receiver Mike Evans and defensive end Nick Bosa will not play in the 49ers' visit to the Atlanta Falcons.
  Share • Oct 23, 2026 at 2:41 PM
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• Transcript: Kyle Shanahan shares final updates ahead of 49ers-Falcons
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan shares final injury updates, explains Nick Bosa's absence, and discusses San Francisco's challenge against the Falcons in Week 7.
  Site Staff • Share • Oct 23, 2026 at 2:25 PM