When will Shanahan bench QB Brian Hoyer for C.J. Beathard?
With the San Francisco 49ers winless after five games — and rarely finding the end zone — many Niner fans are pleading for a quarterback change. When will head coach Kyle Shanahan switch QBs from
49ers film room: Top 10 plays from Week 5 vs. Colts
We break down the 10 most important plays — from a win-probability perspective — from last Sunday’s matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and the Indianapolis Colts. On Sunday, the San Francisco 49ers’ 26-23 loss to the
49ers sacrifice 2017 productivity, betting on future success
t's no secret that 2017 is a rebuilding year for the San Francisco 49ers. 49ers general manager John Lynch would never admit it – nor would he attempt to rebrand the team's rebuild a "reload" like
49ers film room: Trent Taylor’s 3rd-down targets vs. Cardinals
We break down each of San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brian Hoyer’s 12 third-down pass attempts to rookie wide receiver Trent Taylor during the Niners’ Week 4 matchup with the Arizona Cardinals. Earlier this week, we
49ers vs. Cardinals: Trent Taylor’s 3rd-down usage
In Week 4, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brian Hoyer attempted 13 passes to rookie wide receiver Trent Taylor — and 12 of the 13 were thrown on third down. Unfortunately for the Niners, only two
49ers film room: Breaking down safety Jimmie Ward vs. Rams
On Thursday night, San Francisco 49ers defensive back Jimmie Ward returned from injury for his first NFL start at free safety. We break down Ward’s performance against the Los Angeles Rams. When the San
49ers begin difficult stretch of 4 of 5 away games
The San Francisco 49ers – winless in three games — now begin the most difficult portion of their 2017 schedule. Over the next five games, the Niners play four games on the road — three
The statistics behind QB Brian Hoyer’s Week 3 breakout
After failing to lead the San Francisco 49ers into the end zone in the first two weeks of the season, quarterback Brian Hoyer finally came alive in Thursday night’s shootout with the Los Angeles Rams.
49ers film room: Breaking down QB Brian Hoyer’s interceptions
In his first two games, San Francisco 49ers starting quarterback Brian Hoyer has been intercepted by two different middle linebackers. We break down both plays, and analyze the mistakes that led to the two costly turnovers.
Reuben Foster is the new heart of the 49ers’ defense
For the first 11 minutes of the 2017 NFL season, the San Francisco 49ers looked like a new team -- until rookie linebacker Reuben Foster was carted off the field due to a leg injury. It took
49ers vs. Seahawks: Breaking down San Francisco’s game plan
The San Francisco 49ers visit the Seattle Seahawks in Week 2 of the 2017 NFL Season. What is head coach Kyle Shanahan’s game plan for his debut against the Niners’ NFC West rival? The San
Analyzing Kyle Shanahan’s fourth-down decisions
After Sunday’s Week 1 loss to the Carolina Panthers, San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan was criticized for his aggressive play calls and his aversion to punting on fourth down. We break down each of the Niners’
Round Table: How many wins will the 49ers have in 2017?
With the season opener just days away, we asked the 49ers Webzone staff to predict the number of wins for the San Francisco 49ers in 2017. The team is at the onset of a roster rehaul that
Panthers vs. 49ers: Breaking down San Francisco’s game plan
On Sunday, the San Francisco 49ers kick off the 2017 NFL season at home against the Carolina Panthers. What is the Niners’ game plan for victory in Kyle Shanahan’s head-coaching debut? San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle
49ers DL Xavier Cooper stats and highlights
On Sunday, the San Francisco 49ers claimed former Cleveland Browns defensive lineman Xavier Cooper off waivers. Cooper — who will likely play defensive tackle with his new team — should play an important role for the
49ers Mid-Preseason Final Roster Projection
When the San Francisco 49ers began the 2017 offseason, they started with a clean slate. 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan — a first-time head coach who was new to the 49ers — began installing his
Fantasy football: 49ers to target in your 2017 draft
We analyze the Average Draft Position of the San Francisco 49ers’ fantasy assets, and tell you which Niners you should target in your upcoming 2017 fantasy football draft. The 2016 season was a letdown for the
49ers Film Room: Offense’s opening drive vs. Vikings
The San Francisco 49ers’ first-team offense shined during their third preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings. We break down the film of the 49ers’ first offensive drive of the game. On Sunday, the San Francisco 49ers got their
49ers Film Room: Shanahan’s preseason clock management
The 2017 NFL Preseason is an opportunity for Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers’ coaching staff to learn about their players — and a little bit about themselves. We break down the Niners’ two-minute
49ers Film Room: First-team Defense vs. Chiefs
The San Francisco 49ers beat the Kansas City Chiefs 27-17 on Friday, but the Niners’ first-team defense is still a work in progress. We break down the film of the Chiefs’ first drive against the 49ers’