49ers head into 2026 NFL Draft with ‘not a ton of needs’ after recent free-agent moves (Gift Article) If all goes well, the team might be getting a pool party from new defensive coordinator Raheem Morris.

49ers head into 2026 NFL Draft with ‘not a ton of needs’ after recent free-agent moves ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/721...

49ers mock draft: San Francisco trades back and targets upside in win-now draft (Gift Article) Our final 49ers mock draft includes two trades, two SEC defensive linemen and, finally, an heir apparent to Trent Williams at left tackle.

49ers mock draft: San Francisco trades back and targets upside in win-now draft ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/720...

49ers mock draft mailbag: Fans play GM and make their picks (Gift Article) As expected, our readers prioritized the offensive line more than John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan, but there were some surprises, too.

49ers mock draft mailbag: Fans play GM and make their picks ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/719...

49ers mock draft mailbag: Fans play GM and make their picks (Gift Article) As expected, our readers prioritized the offensive line more than John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan, but there were some surprises, too.

49ers mock draft mailbag: Fans play GM and make their picks ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/719...

Who could fill the 49ers' O-line need? Ten mid-round options, with help from 'The Beast'

Who could fill the 49ers’ offensive line need? Ten options, with help from ‘The Beast’ ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/719...

How NFL players like Brandin Cooks and Demario Davis train for a career in broadcasting ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/719...

How NFL players like Brandin Cooks and Demario Davis train for a career in broadcasting ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/719...

How NFL players train for a career in broadcasting: Nerves, laughs and 'healthy competition'

How NFL players like Brandin Cooks and Demario Davis train for a career in broadcasting ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/719...

Your chance to be 49ers GM: Send us your mock drafts, and we’ll critique them You've read our mock drafts (and you probably popped off a little). Now it's time to make your own and let us be the judge.

So, you think you could do a 49ers mock draft … www.nytimes.com/athletic/717...

49ers’ draft philosophy is well documented, but this year could be time for a change (Gift Article) A productive and busy offseason could be one reason the 49ers' draft philosophy differs this year compared to the past.

49ers’ draft philosophy is well documented, but this year could be time for a change ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/717...

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49ers’ draft philosophy is well documented, but this year could be time for a change (Gift Article) A productive and busy offseason could be one reason the 49ers' draft philosophy differs this year compared to the past.

49ers’ draft philosophy is well documented, but this year could be time for a change ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/717...

Why the Brandon Aiyuk saga drags on, and other 49ers takeaways from Arizona (Gift Article) We also learned plenty about the 49ers-Rams game in Australia, Jauan Jennings' status, Christian Kirk's arrival and much more.

Why the Brandon Aiyuk saga drags on, and other 49ers takeaways from Arizona, from @mattbarrows.bsky.social and myself ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/716...

49ers’ Kyle Shanahan energized entering Year 10, no broadcast plans anytime soon ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/715...

49ers’ Kyle Shanahan energized entering Year 10, no broadcast plans anytime soon (Gift Article) Shanahan is in great spirits as he nears a tie with Bill Walsh for the longest tenure by a 49ers head coach.

49ers’ Kyle Shanahan energized entering Year 10, no broadcast plans anytime soon ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/715...

Kyle Shanahan said the 49ers were trying to trade for new CB Nate Hobbs since practicing against the Raiders in 2023; "He has been a hell of a nickel to go against. He played outside and I like when you get a guy who can fill in anywhere."

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Kyle Shanahan knows he's said it before, but this year he said he really means it:
Less wear and tear on Christian McCaffrey next season. More rest. #49ers

49ers 'in no rush' to release Brandon Aiyuk, holding out hope for trade

49ers ‘in no rush’ to release Brandon Aiyuk, holding out hope for trade ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/715...

49ers GM John Lynch doesn’t think money is there for Joey Bosa, says bye to Jauan Jennings (Gift Article) "I know that would make Mama Bosa happy," he said, "but I don't know if we can afford him."

49ers GM John Lynch doesn’t think money is there for Joey Bosa, says bye to Jauan Jennings ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/715...

NFL mock draft: What the betting odds say, and who's trading up for Jeremiyah Love ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/712...

Super Bowl expected to return to Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium in 2029: Source (Gift Article) This would be the second time Las Vegas hosts the NFL's marquee event.

Super Bowl expected to return to Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium in 2029 ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/714...

NFL mock draft: What the betting odds say, and who's trading up for Jeremiyah Love ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/712...

NFL mock draft: What betting odds say about which prospects will land where (Gift Article) While Fernando Mendoza is the favorite to be picked No. 1 overall, the rest of the draft's first round could feature a few twists and turns.

NFL mock draft: What the betting odds say, and who's trading up for Jeremiyah Love ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/712...

Team USA flag football squad trounces 2 teams of NFL stars (Gift Article) Team USA won all three games against the pros by a combined 106-44 score.

Team USA flag football squad trounces 2 teams of NFL stars ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/713...

Tom Brady playing flag football in 2028 Olympics? ‘Never say never’ (Gift Article) Brady didn't completely dismiss the idea Wednesday on "GMA" as he prepared for the round-robin event Saturday in Los Angeles.

Tom Brady playing flag football in 2028 Olympics? ‘Never say never’ ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/713...

49ers post-free-agency mailbag: Is Jauan Jennings gone? What's with Trent Williams?

49ers post-free-agency mailbag: Is Jauan Jennings gone? What’s with Trent Williams? ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/712...

Submit your questions to Vic Tafur's 49ers mailbag

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If Nate can stay healthy, I think he is an interesting piece

49ers, Christian Kirk agree to deal to add veteran receiver: Source Kirk had a largely quiet 2025 season but had a big game in the Texans' wild-card playoff win.

With Christian Kirk, the #49ers might have some competition at WR this summer -- something they didn't have a year ago.
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49ers reunite with Dre Greenlaw, add linebacker on 1-year, $7.5 million deal Greenlaw was limited by injury and suspension to just eight regular-season games last season in Denver.

Guess who's back? 49ers have a strong candidates for their weakside spot ...
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