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San Francisco 49ers (4-1) vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-1) — NFC Showdown in Week 6!Two division leaders. Two gritty, battle-tested teams. The 49ers head to Tampa after a thrilling OT win over the Rams on Thursday Night Football, while the Bucs ride high after Baker Mayfield led a dramatic road win in Seattle. Both teams are dealing with major injuries, yet continue to find ways to win.
In this preview, we break down every key storylin...
A quarterback controversy might be brewing in San Francisco. After another inconsistent performance from Brock Purdy, questions are swirling about whether Kyle Shanahan could turn to Mac Jones as the San Francisco 49ers’ next starting quarterback. In this video, we break down Purdy’s recent struggles, what Jones brings to the offense, and how this potential QB competition could shape the 49ers’ playoff hopes. Plus, we dive into wha...
The San Francisco 49ers outlasted the Los Angeles Rams 26-23 in an overtime Thursday Night Football thriller in Week 5! Backup QB Mac Jones silenced doubters with 342 yards and 2 TDs, while Kendrick Bourne torched the Rams for a career-high 142 yards. Christian McCaffrey piled up 139 total yards and a touchdown, and rookie DT Alfred Collins made a game-changing play in the trenches.The Rams weren’t quiet — Matthew Stafford threw fo...
The San Francisco 49ers (3-1) head to Los Angeles for a huge Week 5 Thursday Night Football matchup against the Rams (3-1) in primetime. Coming off an ugly loss to Jacksonville that featured four turnovers, no sacks without Nick Bosa, and another special teams blunder, Kyle Shanahan’s team is desperate to bounce back.
But with Brock Purdy, Jauan Jennings, and Ricky Pearsall all questionable on a short week — and no rushing touchdown...
The San Francisco 49ers dropped their first game of the 2025 season in a 26–21 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 4.Brock Purdy battled but costly turnovers, dropped passes, and continued red zone struggles left points on the board. Christian McCaffrey carried the load once again, but the 49ers’ offense couldn’t finish drives. San Francisco’s defense held strong against Trevor Lawrence and Travis Etienne, but a brutal special...
The San Francisco 49ers (3-0) face the Jacksonville Jaguars (2-1) in a pivotal Week 4 showdown! Can Brock Purdy and Christian McCaffrey keep the Niners undefeated while adjusting to life without Nick Bosa? Jacksonville’s Trevor Lawrence, Travis Etienne, and Josh Allen aim to test San Francisco’s defense in what could be the Jaguars’ toughest challenge of the season.
We break down:
- Brock Purdy’s status and DeMarcus Robinson’s 49er...
The San Francisco 49ers are searching for a replacement after Nick Bosa’s season-ending injury. Could a blockbuster trade be on the horizon? We break down the top edge rusher candidates, including Giants’ Kayvon Thibodeaux, Jets’ Jermaine Johnson, Panthers’ D.J. Wonnum, Bengals’ Trey Hendrickson, Buccaneers’ Joe Tryon-Shoyinka, and Dolphins’ Jaelan Phillips. Which pass rusher makes the most sense for the 49ers as they look to stay ...
The San Francisco 49ers have suffered a devastating loss in Week 3 as defensive end Nick Bosa tears his ACL against the Arizona Cardinals, ending his 2025 season. This is a massive blow to the 49ers’ defense and their Super Bowl hopes as the reigning Defensive Player of the Year will miss the remainder of the season. We break down what Bosa’s injury means for San Francisco, how the 49ers can replace his production, and what comes n...
The San Francisco 49ers survive a tough NFC West battle with the Arizona Cardinals in Week 3! Mac Jones delivers in the clutch, going 5-for-8 for 59 yards to set up Eddy Piñeiro’s game-winning field goal. Christian McCaffrey continues to carry the load with 17 touches and over 100 scrimmage yards, while WR Ricky Pearsall explodes for 8 catches and 117 yards — proving he’s becoming the guy in Kyle Shanahan’s offense.
On defense, rook...
It’s a Week 3 showdown in the NFC West as the San Francisco 49ers (2-0) host the Arizona Cardinals (2-0) in a battle of undefeated teams! The 49ers return home for the first time in 2025 after back-to-back road wins and look to defend Levi’s Stadium against Kyler Murray, Marvin Harrison Jr., and a banged-up Arizona secondary.
We break down everything you need to know ahead of this massive NFC West clash:
- How the 49ers defense...
Both the San Francisco 49ers and Arizona Cardinals are dealing with massive injury setbacks ahead of their Week 3 matchup. 49ers QB Brock Purdy is OUT, meaning Mac Jones will start for the second straight week. San Francisco also placed LG Ben Bartch on Injured Reserve, with rookie 7th-round pick Connor Colby set to make his first career start.On the other side, the Cardinals’ defense has been decimated by injuries. CB Garrett Will...
The San Francisco 49ers improved to 2-0 with a thrilling 26-21 win over the New Orleans Saints in Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season. With Brock Purdy sidelined, quarterback Mac Jones stepped in and delivered a strong performance with 3 touchdowns, leading the Niners to victory. Christian McCaffrey, Jauan Jennings and the rest offense made key plays to preserve San Francisco's lead, while Fred Warner, Nick Bosa, Mykel Williams and R...
The San Francisco 49ers (1-0) face the New Orleans Saints (0-1) in Week 2, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. With Brock Purdy OUT for 2-5 weeks due to toe/shoulder injuries and George Kittle sidelined, the Niners turn to Mac Jones to lead the offense. Can Kyle Shanahan scheme up a winning game plan?We break down:Brock Purdy’s injury update and recovery timelineWhy Mac Jones’ history vs. the Saints is concerningThe 49ers’ offensive...
The San Francisco 49ers have finally moved on from kicker Jake Moody, signing veteran Eddy Pineiro to take over kicking duties. We break down Pineiro’s long history of success, why this move makes sense for the Niners, and how it impacts the team moving forward. Plus, George Kittle is headed to Injured Reserve — what it means for Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey, and the 49ers offense in the weeks ahead.
The San Francisco 49ers are facing major injury concerns after their Week 1 win over the Seattle Seahawks. QB Brock Purdy suffered toe and shoulder injuries that could put his Week 2 status in jeopardy. Tight End George Kittle is expected to miss multiple weeks with a hamstring injury, while WR Jauan Jennings has a chance to return this Sunday vs. the New Orleans Saints. The 49ers also made roster moves—signing Kendrick Bourne to a...
The San Francisco 49ers kicked off the 2025 NFL season with a 17–13 win over the Seattle Seahawks in Week 1! Brock Purdy bounced back from two interceptions to throw for 277 yards and 2 touchdowns, including a game-winning strike to Jake Tonges late in the 4th quarter.
Christian McCaffrey returned to action, giving the offense balance, while rookie WR Ricky Pearsall stole the show with 108 receiving yards in his NFL debut.On defense...
The San Francisco 49ers open their 2025 NFL season with a massive Week 1 showdown against the Seattle Seahawks! Can Kyle Shanahan finally solve Mike MacDonald’s Fangio-style defense after going 1-2 all-time? Brock Purdy has owned Seattle (4-1 record, 3-0 at Lumen Field), but will Christian McCaffrey’s return spark the offense against a tough Seahawks front? We also break down George Kittle’s dominance vs. Seattle, the WR room witho...
We’re ranking EVERY NFL quarterback entering the 2025 season! From superstar QBs like Patrick Mahomes, Joe Burrow, Josh Allen, and Lamar Jackson to rising talents like C.J. Stroud, Jordan Love, and Brock Purdy — where do they land in the ultimate tier list? Who belongs in the elite category, who’s overrated, and who has the most to prove this season?
Join us as we break down all 32 NFL starting quarterbacks with stats, analysis...
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings returned to practice amid a calf injury and a contract negotiation.We take a look at if Jennings will suit up Week 1 vs. the Seahawks, if he signed a new deal and speculation about his calf injury.What does the return of Jennings mean for Kendrick Bourne’s visit with the 49ers? Will he sign or will the Niners pass?Subscribe for more 49ers news, rumors, and analysis all season long!
The San Francisco 49ers are making headlines again as wide receiver Jauan Jennings reportedly requests a trade, raising big questions about Kyle Shanahan’s WR depth chart. We also dive into the Niners’ problems at wide receiver, including the Marquez Valdes-Scantling signing and reported interest in Kendrick Bourne. Plus, we break down the 49ers’ official 2025 Practice Squad announcement and react to San Francisco’s brand-new Nike ...
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