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How Brock Purdy's Agent Could Complicate Negotiations with the 49ers

Brock Purdy seems like someone who doesn't care how much money he makes. Of course, I'm sure he wants what's fair just as we all do. But he doesn't seem like the kind of player who would hold out for money he hasn't yet proven he deserves.

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49ers Were Not Looking for Starters in Previous NFL Drafts

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan gave a lot of insightful answers at the NFL owners meetings. Out of everything he said during his availability on Tuesday, it was his comments about the 49ers' process in previous drafts that stood out the most.

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How the 49ers Defense has Gotten Worse this Offseason

The best thing the 49ers have done for their defense this offseason is hire Robert Saleh. Saleh is an elite defensive coordinator who will get the absolute most out of the talent the 49ers provide him.

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Projecting the 49ers' Defensive Depth Chart for 2025 Before the Draft

We just projected the 49ers' offensive depth chart for 2025, so let's project their defensive depth chart as well. Of course, next month's draft will shape the roster dramatically.

Robert Saleh News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 2

49ers Acknowledge Potential Robert Saleh Departure in 2026

Reuniting with Robert Saleh to be the defensive coordinator has a lot of benefits for the San Francisco 49ers. However, it also has a few negatives, with one standing above the rest.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 2

49ers urged to draft ‘play-wrecker’ to replace key departures

Ole Miss defensive tackle Walter Nolen is one of the 2025 NFL Draft’s hottest commodities at defensive tackle. In Field Yates’ latest mock draft for ESPN, the NFL analyst foresees Nolen being selected 11th overall by the San Francisco 49ers.

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Large Expectations Loom for 49ers RB Isaac Guerendo in 2025

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke for slightly over 30 minutes at the NFL owners meeting. During his availability, he gave an interesting answer on the running back position.

Kyle Shanahan News / The Spun / April 2

NFL Coach Kyle Shanahan Underwent Drastic Appearance Change

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan went viral at the NFL's Annual League Meeting this week because of his appearance. Shanahan was the offensive coordinator for the Atlanta Falcons before landing the head coaching job in San Francisco.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 2

Among 49ers' offseason priorities: Fix the run defense

The San Francisco 49ers struggled against the run in 2024, allowing 124.6 rushing yards per game, ranking 18th in the NFL. The unit surrendered 24 rushing touchdowns.

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Projecting the 49ers' Offensive Depth Chart for 2025 Before the Draft

The first few waves of free agency are behind us, so let's project the 49ers offensive depth chart for 2025. Quarterbacks (3): Brock Purdy, Mac Jones, Tanner Mordecai.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 2

Kyle Shanahan Explains Why 49ers Signed Demarcus Robinson

By far, the best free agent signing by the 49ers this offseason was former Rams wide receiver Demarcus Robinson. The 49ers had some need at the position given Brandon Aiyuk's recovery from a torn ACL and MCL.

San Francisco 49ers News / Gridiron Heroics / April 2

San Francisco 49ers Make Stunning Brock Purdy Admission

The talent-drain from the San Francisco 49ers has been stark this offseason. Star defenders like linebacker Dre Greenlaw and safety Talanoa Hufanga both

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 2

Where PFF ranks the 49ers' 2024 draft class

With the 2025 NFL Draft just weeks away, Pro Football Focus (PFF) contributor Bradley Locker revisited last year's draft, ranking the top rookie classes from 2024.

Brock Purdy News / Pro Football Rumors / April 2

Brock Purdy extension aim influenced 49ers' free-agency approach

Many of the players that helped the 49ers push the Chiefs near double overtime in Super Bowl LVIII exited San Francisco this offseason. After the team traded Deebo Samuel, it let a host of talent walk.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 2

Field Yates 2-round mock draft: 49ers focus on the trenches

Field Yates' latest mock draft for ESPN aligns with expectations for the San Francisco 49ers in the early rounds of the 2025 NFL Draft—reinforcing the trenches.

Brandon Aiyuk News / The Spun / April 2

49ers Make Final Decision On Brandon Aiyuk Trade

For the past few months, San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has been mentioned in several trade rumors. The 49ers signed Aiyuk to a four-year, $120 million extension prior to the start of the 2024 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 2

49ers Leadership Speaks: Lynch, Shanahan, and York at the NFL Annual Meeting

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch, head coach Kyle Shanahan, and owner Jed York addressed reporters this week at the NFL's annual meeting in Florida.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / April 1

49ers CEO makes strong statements about signing Brock Purdy to extension

49ers CEO Jed York slammed the idea that he's having second thoughts about paying Purdy like a top-tier player at the sport's most important position.

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