San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 25

49ers Tried to Trade Up for Mykel Williams in Round 1 of NFL Draft

The 49ers almost made a blunder during Round 1 of the NFL Draft. They tried to trade up for defensive end Mykel Williams who ended up falling to them at pick No.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 25

The 49ers Should Draft an Offensive Lineman in Round 2

The 49ers made a safe, sensible pick in Round 1 when they drafted Georgia defensive end Mykel Williams. Now, it's time for them to address the other side of the trenches.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL Analysis Network / April 24

San Francisco 49ers 2025 NFL Draft – All picks and analysis as it happens

The San Francisco 49ers will be looking to return to the postseason with a strong class in the 2025 NFL draft. General Manager John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan have some key positions they need to replace with talent.

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The 'No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft' quiz

How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in six minutes?

The 'QB's taken in the 2024 NFL Draft' quiz

The 'Last QB taken in the first round of the NFL draft by team' quiz

The 'Most touchdown passes in an NFL season' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 24

49ers' full 2025 schedule to be revealed on May 14

NEW YORK — The National Football League announced that the 2025 NFL schedule will be released on Wednesday, May 14 at 8 p.m. ET on NFL Network, NFL.com, the NFL app, and NFL+.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

Insider shares big Brock Purdy update ahead of start of offseason program

Did latest development change Steelers' opinion of Aaron Rodgers?

Former GM, NFL insider warn Steelers about Rodgers after latest comments

Browns' Joe Flacco discusses when teams should play young quarterbacks

Three potential landing spots for Eagles TE Dallas Goedert

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 24

2025 NFL Draft: Tracking Every 49ers Update

SANTA CLARA -- Here we go. The 2025 NFL Draft is underway and the 49ers currently own 11 picks including the 11th in Round 1. This page will be updated frequently with all the latest picks, news and analysis from the 49ers press room.

NFL Draft News

Inside source has theory about why Aaron Rodgers hasn't signed with Steelers

Insiders share Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen theory about Giants' Jaxson Dart decision

Eagles GM Howie Roseman addresses Jihaad Campbell injury concerns

Analysts differ on Browns trading down in first round

Analysts differ on Browns passing on Travis Hunter, trading down to draft Mason Graham

San Francisco 49ers News / FirstSportz / April 25

Insider hints that it will be a ‘surprise’ if Brock Purdy signs a similar contract to Dak Prescott

On Thursday, fans of the San Francisco 49ers will keep one eye on the TV during the draft and the other on the ever-developing news about Brock Purdy’s impending contract extension.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / April 24

George Kittle Responds to 49ers' Nick Bosa Post with 5 Words

The San Francisco 49ers are gearing up for the 2025 NFL draft, which starts with the first round beginning at 8:00 p.m. ET tonight. Each year the draft arrives, teams and fans think back to previous drafts.

Trent Williams News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 24

49ers Might Reveal Trent Williams is Retiring During NFL Draft

It's officially NFL draft day. All of the attention regarding the San Francisco 49ers will revolve around the 11th pick. There is no telling which direction they will take.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 24

NFL Mock Draft: 49ers use 11th Pick on Small School Player

It's officially NFL draft day. That means mock drafts, theories, and speculation on who the San Francisco 49ers will take will end. But there is still time to squeeze in one more NFL mock draft update.

Brock Purdy News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 24

Report: 49ers and Brock Purdy 'Inching Closer' to an Extension

The 49ers aren't in any hurry to extend Brock Purdy's contract. Still, the team and his agent have made slow but steady progress and are "inching closer"

Christian McCaffrey News / Pro Football Rumors / April 24

Christian McCaffrey attending offseason workouts, has no physical limitations

49ers running back Christian McCaffrey was in attendance at the start of the team’s voluntary offseason workout program without any physical limitations, according to NBC Sports’ Matt Maiocco.

Nick Bosa News / Athlon Sports / April 24

49ers Star Nick Bosa Makes Major Change to Personal Appearance

While much of the spotlight this week has been on the upcoming NFL draft, which runs from Thursday through Saturday, San Francisco 49ers star pass rusher Nick Bosa has made headlines of his own—off the field.

Jalen Ramsey News / 49ers Webzone / April 24

CBS Sports' bold draft prediction: 49ers trade for Jalen Ramsey

CBS Sports' John Breech made several bold predictions ahead of the first night of the 2025 NFL Draft, and one of them involves a surprising move by the San Francisco 49ers—not to trade up or down the draft board, but to acquire veteran help at cornerback.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 24

Final mock draft roundup: Brugler, Breer, Zierlein, other experts make final 49ers predictions

It's draft day! Several top NFL analysts have released their final mock drafts for the 2025 NFL Draft, offering insight into what the San Francisco 49ers might do with the first of their 11 total picks—the No.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 24

49ers rumors: Dianna Russini defends reporting after George Kittle callout

Just days after Trey McBride became the highest-paid tight end in the NFL with a new contract extension, the immediate fallout is already impacting George Kittle and the San Francisco 49ers.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 24

NFL Mock Draft: 49ers Take Edge-Setting 'Athletic Marvel'

Today is the day of truth. Early this evening, the 49ers will pick a player in Round 1 of the upcoming draft (unless they trade their first-round pick, which they probably won't do).

George Kittle News / Pro Football Rumors / April 24

Latest On 49ers, TE George Kittle

While Ja’Marr Chase widened the gap between the wide receiver and tight end markets last month, the latter group has inched closer to the $20MM-per-year barrier via Trey McBride‘s $19MM-AAV Cardinals extension.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 24

49ers rumors: Albert Breer suggests ‘curveball’ pick at No. 11

The San Francisco 49ers find themselves in an interesting spot heading into the 2025 NFL draft. After seeing several key players depart this offseason, the Niners need to nail the draft and find a way to add talented players on cheap rookie contracts.

George Kittle News / 49ers Webzone / April 24

Report: 49ers unwilling to make George Kittle NFL's highest-paid tight end; Trade interest possible

On Wednesday, The Athletic's Dianna Russini reported that, according to sources, tight end George Kittle's absence from the start of the San Francisco 49ers' offseason program is contract-related.

Mykel Williams News / Yardbarker / April 24

49ers select SEC pass rusher with first-round NFL Draft pick

This offseason, the San Francisco 49ers lost multiple key defensive starters in free agency with the team under cap space constraints. This was another spot where an offensive lineman would have made a ton of sense, but the 49ers forgo that area for former Georgia pass rusher Mykel Williams.

49ers RB Christian McCaffrey provides encouraging health update after injury-filled 2024

George Kittle sets reporter straight over false report

Beginner's luck: Rookie NFL QBs who led their teams to the postseason

The 'Most receptions by an NFL running back in a season' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 23

George Kittle sets reporter straight over false report

George Kittle set a reporter straight on Wednesday in response to a report that he says contained false information.

49ers RB Christian McCaffrey provides encouraging health update after injury-filled 2024

NFL Draft watch: Best bet in first round for each NFC team

The best & worst uniform looks for each NFL franchise

The 'Every 'Madden' cover athlete' quiz

Brock Purdy News / 49ers Webzone / April 23

Report: 49ers, Brock Purdy 'inching closer' toward top-10 contract

A report from The Athletic's Dianna Russini that linked George Kittle's absence from the start of the San Francisco 49ers' offseason program to a contract dispute was quickly refuted by the All-Pro tight end himself.

Christian McCaffrey News / Yardbarker / April 22

49ers' McCaffrey provides an encouraging health update

49ers RB Christian McCaffrey provides encouraging health update after injury-filled 2024

After battling through numerous injuries throughout the 2024 season, San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey arrived on the first day of the team's offseason program on a positive note.

49ers, Brock Purdy making progress on extension talks; QB’s offseason attendance in question

49ers haven’t made progress on George Kittle, Fred Warner extension talks

Five teams that must nail the 2025 NFL Draft

Who is the greatest all-time running back from every NFL team?

The 'Most receptions by an NFL running back in a season' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / April 18