State of the 49ers, special teams: Unit needs more pop from the return game

The 49ers’ special teams unit significantly regressed over the past two seasons under Richard Hightower. Now Brian Schneider takes over. Read More

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Jauan Jennings was not spotted at practice today

Do the 49ers have a red zone problem once again?

One simple factor has been the biggest reason for Ricky Pearsall’s jump in Year 2

Golden Nuggets: Brock toes the line between playing and not playing

Kyle Shanahan explains why the 49ers’ ground game has yet to take off in 2025

49ers injury updates: There’s a chance Brock Purdy could serve as the No. 2 QB in Week 3

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