49ers Film Room: Wide receiver Louis Murphy
When the San Francisco 49ers signed free-agent wide receiver Louis Murphy last week, they added some height and size to their receiving corps. Who is Murphy as a receiver, and what can the Niners expect from
Round table: 49ers weaknesses, strengths, questions and more
The final round of the NFL West Coast Training Camp Roundtable goes to several 49ers experts from across the web. Stephanie McCarroll, Chris Wilson, Mitchell Blahut and Kevin Molina all write for different 49ers websites. Each
Impact of Malcolm Smith and Joshua Garnett injuries
Two potential starters for the San Francisco 49ers sustained major injuries during Saturday’s open practice. What is the injury impact, and how will the 49ers replace linebacker Malcolm Smith and guard Joshua Garnett? Saturday’s open practice provided
Level Headed Podcast – Season preview with guest Aaron Wilson
Insidethe49's Aaron Wilson joins the Level Headed Podcast to preview the San Francisco 49ers' 2017 season. Podcast host Tanner Nestle and Aaron Wilson discuss general manager John Lynch, head coach Kyle Shanahan, and key 49ers position
Round table: 49ers training camp battles
Training camp is nearly among us and the majority of the San Francisco 49ers' roster is filled with new faces. With that and a new coaching staff comes increased competition within each position group. A
49ers need to sign a backup for wide receiver Pierre Garçon
The San Francisco 49ers signed free-agent wide receiver Pierre Garçon to be their No. 1 receiver. The Niners — who have limited options behind Garçon — need to sign an established veteran to backup their new
49ers Film Room: Wide receiver Aldrick Robinson
The San Francisco 49ers have a new group of wide receivers for 2017. Free-agent acquisition Aldrick Robinson — who followed Kyle Shanahan from the Redskins to the Falcons to the 49ers — is more than merely
49ers HC Kyle Shanahan’s wide receivers are the NFL’s shortest
San Francisco 49ers new head coach Kyle Shanahan prefers speed over size at the wide receiver position. Shanahan’s Niners will likely begin the 2017 season without a receiver over 6-feet tall. The 2017 San Francisco 49ers
49ers Film Room: Why Carlos Hyde will start at running back
After drafting speedster Joe Williams, the San Francisco 49ers have a competition at running back. We review the film, discuss why Carlos Hyde is the best fit for Kyle Shanahan’s offense and why he’ll be
49ers Film Room: Kyle Shanahan’s red-zone weapons
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is bringing his historic offense to a new team with new personnel. We analyze Shanahan’s red-zone offense and break down the top-10 red-zone weapons for the 2017 49ers. Kyle Shanahan’s 2016
Will the 49ers’ offensive line improve in 2017?
The San Francisco 49ers’ offensive line was one of the NFL’s worst over the past two seasons. With their recent offseason additions, what can we expect from the 49ers’ offensive line in 2017? Before the San
The key to Kyle Shanahan’s offense: Win on first down
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan coached the NFL's best offense in 2016. We dig into the statistics, which tell us that in Shanahan's offense, first down is the most important down. When the
Brian Hoyer is the ideal quarterback for the 2017 49ers
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brian Hoyer isn’t a perfect quarterback, but he is the perfect QB for the 2017 Niners. With Hoyer at the helm, the 49ers have the ability stay competitive and win games while they
49ers DL Arik Armstead will play on passing downs
Arik Armstead is not only the San Francisco 49ers’ best interior pass rusher, he’s one of the most productive interior pass-rushers in the NFL. Contrary to recent media reports, Armstead will rush the quarterback on
49ers Film Room: Wide receiver Marquise Goodwin
The San Francisco 49ers have a new group of wide receivers for 2017. Free-agent acquisition Marquise Goodwin — a wide receiver known for his blazing speed — is working to become a complete receiver, and may
The 49ers will not cut tight end Vance McDonald
Vance McDonald is the San Francisco 49ers’ best all-around tight end, yet the media — and many fans — predict he will soon be released. We discuss the reasons why the 49ers will not cut McDonald, who
49ers Film Room: QB Brian Hoyer’s vertical passing game
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brian Hoyer has struggled in the vertical passing game during recent OTAs. Does Hoyer have the ability to complete the deep passes that fuel head coach Kyle Shanahan’s explosive offense? Newcomer
Elvis Dumervil’s role in the 49ers’ 2017 defense
On Monday, the San Francisco 49ers signed free-agent defensive end Elvis Dumervil. How will the Niners’ new pass-rushing specialist fit into 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh’s defensive scheme? Earlier this week, the San Francisco 49ers
49ers Film Room: Kyle Shanahan’s slant flat vs. Seahawks pass defense
Before the San Francisco 49ers can become a playoff team, they need to beat their rival Seattle Seahawks. We take a look at the film behind Kyle Shanahan’s success against the Seahawks, through his use
49ers Film Room: Shanahan’s horizontal stretch vs. Seahawks pass defense
Before the San Francisco 49ers can become a playoff team, they need to beat their rival Seattle Seahawks. We take a look at the film behind Kyle Shanahan’s success against the Seahawks, through his use