San Francisco 49ers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

George Kittle News / Field Level Media / April 29

Reports: 49ers' George Kittle agrees to 4-year extension

San Francisco 49ers star George Kittle has agreed to terms on a four-year, $76.4 million contract extension -- according to multiple reports -- making him the NFL's highest-paid tight end.

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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

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The 'Most touchdown passes in an NFL season' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

Post draft, which NFL teams have the best 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

NFL Draft News

Did the Giants consider trading up for Shedeur Sanders?

Manning hype grows with No. 1 pick odds for 2026 NFL Draft

Arch Manning hype grows with way-too-early No. 1 pick odds for 2026 NFL Draft

Packers' WR corps could have a new look following 2025 NFL Draft

How did they do? Grading 2025 NFL mock draft of Mel Kiper Jr., three other 'experts'

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 29

49ers’ perfect move in 2025 NFL Draft

The San Francisco 49ers addressed 11 needs during the 2025 NFL Draft. General manager John Lynch and company aggressively bolstered the defense from April 24-26.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 28

49ers 2025 NFL Draft grades for every pick

The San Francisco 49ers entered the 2025 NFL Draft with the air of a team in transition. After years of pushing all their chips into Super Bowl contention, the roster finally began to show cracks.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 28

Why the 49ers Drafted Junior Bergen in Round 7

Technically, the 49ers list Junior Bergen as a wide receiver, but that's not why they drafted him in Round 7. If Bergen makes the 49ers' 53-man roster this year, he'll make it as their primary return specialist.

Brian Baldinger News / 49ers Webzone / April 28

Baldy breaks down potential impact of key 49ers draft picks

NFL analyst Brian Baldinger recently shared his breakdown of key San Francisco 49ers draft picks, highlighting the team's effort to rebuild its depleted defensive line with several early selections.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 28

One 49ers NFL Draft Trend They Have to Break in 2026

One of the positions that was heavily mocked for the 49ers with the 11th pick in the NFL draft was an offensive tackle. Instead, they went with the predictable position by drafting a defensive end, Mykel Williams, with the 11th pick.

Jordan Mason News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 28

The 49ers Drafted Running Back Jordan James to Replace Jordan Mason

Jordan James isn't nearly as big as Jordan Mason, but he runs like him. That's a big reason the 49ers drafted James in Round 5. They traded Mason to the Vikings this offseason so they needed to replace his physical, violent rushing style in their backfield.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 28

The Good, the Bad, and the Head Scratchers: Grading the 49ers' Draft

Multiple factors go into judging a draft. The simple quality of the players is paramount. However, key categories are also needed: what other players were still available at the time, and value (would he have been available later?).

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 28

49ers Receive Poor Draft Grade From Pro Football Network

Another media outlet isn't a fan of how the 49ers drafted this year. First, it was Sports Illustrated that gave the 49ers an unappealing grade. Now, the 49ers received a poor draft grade from Pro Football Network.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 28

The 49ers Won't Name their Swing Tackle for 2025

Technically, the 49ers have only two offensive tackles who are projected to make their 53-man roster: Trent Williams and Colton McKivitz. The swing tackle, Jaylon Moore, signed with the Kansas City Chiefs this offseason, and the 49ers didn't sign anyone to replace him.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 28

FTW: 49ers are ideal landing spot for veteran safety after Malik Mustapha injury news

Any free agents the San Francisco 49ers sign now won't count toward the compensatory pick formula for next year, and general manager John Lynch hinted after the 2025 NFL Draft that the team may not be done reshaping its roster for the upcoming season.

John Lynch News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 28

John Lynch Explains Why the 49ers Didn't Draft Offensive Line Earlier

The weakest position on the 49ers offense year after year without question is their offensive line. And yet, the 49ers didn't draft an offensive lineman until Round 7 with pick no.

Brock Purdy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 28

49ers rumors: Why insider believes Brock Purdy contract resolution is ‘coming soon’

The looming question surrounding the San Francisco 49ers has been Brock Purdy. Will the former Iowa State quarterback receive a contract extension? Although it seems likely, there hasn’t been much of an update.

Dre Greenlaw News / 49ers Webzone / April 27

New injury expected to sideline ex-49ers LB Dre Greenlaw for part of 2025 season

The Denver Broncos could be without one of their most significant offseason additions for part of the 2025 season. According to a report from NBC Sports Bay Area's Jennifer Lee Chan, former San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw suffered a torn quadriceps while working out, likely sidelining him for an extended period.

Kyle Shanahan News / 49ers Webzone / April 27

Kyle Shanahan calls new 49ers WR Jordan Watkins the 'whole package'

Jordan Watkins made a strong enough impression on Kyle Shanahan to earn a fourth-round selection by the San Francisco 49ers. With Deebo Samuel gone and Brandon Aiyuk recovering from an injury that could sideline him at the start of the 2025 season, Watkins will have even more opportunities to build on that early momentum.

Malik Mustapha News / Pro Football Rumors / April 27