Big no-no in the NFL rulebook. Sorry, Trenton Gill.
Joe Rivera
The 49ers' front office wanted to make sure that Jimmy Garoppolo's contract restructure didn't have a negative impact on Trey Lance's standing as San Francisco's starter.
Jacob Camenker
Video shows heavy rain has resulted in standing water in some areas.
Zac Al-Khateeb
That certainly would have been an interesting move.
Trey Lance and Justin Fields will square off in a sophomore showdown.
Kevin Skiver
Kittle suffered the injury at practice on Monday.
As it turns out, not all that glitters is gold.
Garoppolo thought his time was up in San Francisco, one way or another.
Jimmy Garoppolo is staying in San Francisco for at least one more season. Here's what that will mean for the 49ers and their new starting quarterback, Trey Lance.
Lance didn't think the 49ers played well in their preseason Week 3 loss to the Texans, but neither he nor the team should blow the defeat out of proportion.
The 49ers and Texans will face off in their preseason finale.
Kyle Irving
Kittle is going to keep playing hard and physically even despite the injury issues he has dealt with during his career.
The clock is ticking on a potential Jimmy G trade, so the 49ers may have to choose whether to cut him or keep him.
Jimmy Garoppolo remains with the 49ers, but his time with the team could soon come to an end.
It's a game featuring old foes and new ones. Find everything you need to know about this Friday's Green Bay vs. San Francisco matchup viewing information here.
Deshaun Watson is currently suspended for six games, but the NFL has appealed the ruling for more.
The 49ers head coach explained that he's none too pleased with the current offerings of headwear.
The 49ers lineman gave a touching tribute to his son Colby, who died in 2016 as a result of cancer.
Deebo said talk of him being frustrated with his role as a rushing wide receiver were wholly incorrect.
David Suggs
The 49ers general manager had an accident that may result in his absence from the Hall of Fame ceremony.
Samuel can earn nearly $2 million in incentives during his new three-year contract with the 49ers.
Months of trade talk and speculation ended in Samuel getting a big raise for the next three years.
The 49ers' Swiss Army knife is the last receiver in line for a contract extension following DK Metcalf's new deal with Seattle. How will it look for Samuel?
The 49ers are officially ready for the Trey Lance era to begin.
Edward Sutelan
Two teams have emerged as the top trade partners to secure the 49ers quarterback. ere are the pros and cons those teams face in a potential trade for Garoppolo.
The Browns are standing pat in their quarterback room, at least for the time being.
Garoppolo remains one of the biggest players on the trading block yet to be moved.
Garoppolo's agent said he is recovering from his shoulder surgery well, and shot down rumors that he could be linked to the Buccaneers.
Trent Williams is the latest member of Madden's 99 club and he is the first offensive lineman to achieve that high-bar honor.
Vinnie Iyer
The NFL receiver market has exploded during the 2022 offseason. Terry McLaurin is the latest to sign a lucrative extension and that could have an impact on Deebo Samuel and DK Metcalf.
The Sporting News' award-winning columnist Dave Kindred mused on the greatness of Joe Montana upon the quarterback's retirement from the NFL in April 1995.
Dave Kindred
By the time Bay Area icon Jerry Rice had reached his sixth season with the 49ers, the discussion — including in The Sporting News in December of that year — had already begun: Was he the best wide receiver ever?
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After Joe Montana announced that he was retiring from the NFL in 1995, The Sporting News went to those who even if they weren’t his best friends were certainly in closest touch with him during his playing days: his centers.
Jimmy Garoppolo is almost ready to throw again. That could signal the end of his time with the 49ers.
Samuel reportedly requested a trade earlier in the offseason, but he appeared at San Francisco's mandatory minicamp on Tuesday.
The 49ers have had some obstacles in trying to trade QB Jimmy Garoppolo and reading between the lines from coach Kyle Shananan, there's a truly split decision on whether trading him is still the right thing to do.
Is Frank Gore a Hall of Famer or is he a Hall of Very Good candidate?
Kittle said Lance has an "insane ceiling" and expressed confidence that the team could support him if he was named the starter in 2022.
Javon Kinlaw got into it with Grant Cohn, and Arik Arrmstead stepped in to defend his teammate.
The 49ers head coach says it's more a matter of when, not if, Garoppolo will be traded.
The San Francisco head coach is confident that Samuel will be back in a 49ers uniform for the 2022 season.
The 49ers have apparently had open lines of communication with Jimmy Garoppolo's camp.
Leeds United owner Andrea Radrizzani has endured a tough 2021-22 season as Marcelo Bielsa and Jesse Marsch's teams have battled Premier League relegation. What do we know about the charismatic football investor?
Ben Miller
The star tight end doesn't state a preference for who should be the starting quarterback.
The chaotic wide receiver market this offseason could lead to more drama come training camp time.
The 49ers are looking to make another trip to the NFC Championship game this upcoming season. It'll be a tough path to walk to get there, however.
San Francisco's brass likely doesn't want to let Garoppolo walk for nothing.
The 49ers are looking for the final pieces to complete an NFC contender.
The Jets reportedly made a solid offer for Deebo Samuel, but it wasn't strong enough for the 49ers to deal their star receiver.
It's looking like 2021 was the last season that Deebo Samuel will have been in the Bay Area. Here's the latest news and notes surrounding Samuel's potential trade availability.
The 49ers will be hoping that Trey Lance turns out to be the goods as they're without a first-round pick in 2022.
Deebo Samuel's odds of being a 49er next season are diminishing by the social media post.
The San Francisco wide receiver wants people to know that they don't have the full story.
Deebo Samuel wants to leave the 49ers, but it's not about the money.
If the star wideout hits the trade block, here are some of the best fits for a potential deal.
Could Deebo's days in the Bay be numbered? They might be, if his brother is any indicator.
Deebo Samuel is entering the last year of his rookie contract with the Niners.
Jimmy Garoppolo was widely known to be available during the 2022 NFL offseason. Why hasn't he been traded yet? Here's the latest on the 49ers' plans with the veteran quarterback.
Garoppolo's offseason surgery appears to be narrowing the pool of teams interested in his services.
With Matt Ryan now in Indianapolis, there are two major quarterback dominos left to fall in Jimmy Garoppolo and Baker Mayfield.
Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson are expected to ride the NFL's quarterback carousel this offseason. Here's a breakdown of how the league's QB landscape might look after free agency, trades and the 2022 NFL Draft.
Bill Bender
John Lynch said in no uncertain terms Deebo Samuel and Nick Bosa will be 49ers moving forward.
Garoppolo reportedly injured his shoulder during San Francisco's wild-card victory over Dallas. That has not affected what has been reported as "significant interest" in the 49ers quarterback.
Brady called it a career, but speculation of a return persist. Here's why.
The ESPN analyst says he's the "most concerned" for the soon-to-be sophomore passer out of any of the rookie QBs in the 2021 draft.
Sporting News' talked to the former NFL quarterback turned ESPN analyst to get his thoughts on 2005 first-round draft classmate Aaron Rodgers, the QB situation in San Francisco, his former coach there and what he thinks of the new Washington Football Team name.
Cincinnati had a chance to win a historic Super Bowl against the Rams. The Sporting News breaks down the Bengals' Super Bowl history.
Like Brady said, never say never.
It's not the first time the 49ers have benefited from a coordinator leaving.
McDaniel has worked under both Mike and Kyle Shanahan in his NFL coaching career. He continues the trend of young head coaches in the NFL.
The altercation, which allegedly was captured on video, left 40-year-old fan Daniel Luna in a medically induced coma.
Jake Aferiat
The fan was found by paramedics 30 minutes into the NFC championship game.
The market for Jimmy GQ should be a little bit wider than some think.
"Could you imagine being an elite player to only become a fan who [tries] to troll women or significant others of players?" Whitworth wrote in an Instagram post.
Jordan Greer
If Garoppolo has his way, his days in the Bay Area may be numbered.
The star defensive tackle fired up his team when they were down 17-7. The Rams did not allow another point the rest of the game.
Sean McVay had nothing but good things to say about his former assistant, against whom he will coach in Super Bowl 56.
Odell Beckham Jr. waits to celebrate the Rams' NFC Championship win until after he consoles Deebo Samuel on the sidelines.
Madison Williams
The interception would have changed the game dramatically.
The San Francisco signal-caller is certainly going to be the subject of trade rumors throughout the offseason.
Odell Beckham Jr. reflects on what brought him to the Rams as Los Angeles prepares to play in Super Bowl 56.
Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from 49ers vs. Rams on Sunday. Read below for complete results from the 2022 NFC championship game.
The Rams have made the trip to the Super Bowl several times, yet have never brought a title back to Los Angeles.
One NFL bettor predicted that the Bengals-Chiefs game would end 27-24 and the 49ers-Rams game would end 20-17. He was right, and he made a huge chunk of cash because of that.
LA surrounded Aaron Donald with a veteran cast of stars, trading away a lot of its future in the process. Now it needs to win the big game for the plan to be considered a success.
Mike DeCourcy
The NFC championship game might have been in the Los Angeles area, but fans at SoFi Stadium made the game feel like Levi's Stadium South.
Ramsey and Gould had to be separated by teammates and officials.
Not a great look for the 49ers linebacker.
The 49ers and Rams square off in the NFC Championship game. If you're putting together a DraftKings Showdown lineup for Sunday night, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help win your NFL DFS tournaments.
Matt Lutovsky
The 49ers and Rams battle Sunday night in the NFC Championship game. If you're putting together a FanDuel single-game lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help win your NFL DFS tournaments.
The Conference Championship round of the NFL playoffs is set to begin. If you're putting together a full-slate FanDuel lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help win your NFL DFS tournaments.
The Conference Championship round of the NFL playoffs is set to begin. If you're putting together a full-slate DraftKings lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help win your NFL DFS tournaments.
The 49ers have a raw, talented rookie behind Jimmy Garoppolo in first-round pick Trey Lance.
The Rams have a couple of former undrafted free agents developing behind Matthew Stafford.
Here is a timeline of Jimmy Garoppolo's known relationships since he's been in the NFL, along with any current relationship status he might have.
Here's everything you need to know about the AFC and NFC championship games, including a full schedule with TV channels and start times.
Here's a complete guide to watching the 49ers vs. Rams game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full schedule for the 2022 NFC championship game.
Trevor Booth
Here's everything to know about betting on 49ers vs. Rams in the 2022 NFC championship game, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction to advance to Super Bowl 56.
Here's all the information you need to know to watch the AFC and NFC championship games on Sunday.
Here's a complete breakdown of 49ers vs. Rams in the 2022 NFC championship game, including our expert's pick to reach Super Bowl 56.
In our picks and predictions for 2022 NFL championship games, the Chiefs edge the Bengals and the Rams win Round 3 with the 49ers.
Here's all the information you need to watch the AFC and NFC championship games next Sunday.
It came down to two teams on the West Coast.
The Chiefs lost to the Bengals in their regular-season meeting, and the Rams were swept by the 49ers in their two games. Historical context favors the home teams in the rematch.
How has Shanahan outcoached McVay so consistently with his players outperforming the Rams?
Odell Beckham Jr. looked like a luxury acquisition for the Rams but turned out to be a necessity. Will Los Angeles be able to keep OBJ in free agency?
Mike McDaniel has been linked to head coaching jobs across the league.
The duo face off in the playoffs for the first time, and the stakes are pretty high.
The former 49ers quarterback didn't apologize for what he said about Kimes. In fact, he forcefully doubled down on it. He said that people who never played the game aren't qualified to talk about football.
Fans who have bought their tickets might only be halfway done with the cost to attend Sunday's game.
Surprise! Another former NFL player is getting unnecessarily angry on social media.
49ers fans forced the Rams into a silent count in Week 18, and it looks like they'll be overrunning SoFi Stadium again.
Mike Singletary would make the move if he could get a do-over.
Kelly Stafford, wife of Rams QB Matthew Stafford, is sure to be happy about the decision by the Rams to try to keep San Francisco supporters out of SoFi Stadium.
Aaron Rodgers agreed to a restructured contract with the Packers during the 2021 NFL offseason. He's still under contract for multiple years but here's why 2021 could be his last season in Green Bay.
Fox's cameras caught A-Rod in the stands as he was watching the other A-Rod.
Tom Gatto
Garoppolo had a less-than-PG exchange with the veteran kicker following the game-winning field goal.
Special teams miscues included a blocked field goal try, a blocked punt returned for a touchdown and having 10 men on the field for the deciding field goal.
Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from 49ers vs. Packers on Saturday. Read below for complete results from the 2022 NFL divisional playoff game.
Here's everything you need to know about the NFL divisional round games, including a full schedule with TV channels and start times.
The 49ers and Packers battle on Saturday night in the divisional round of the NFL playoffs. If you're putting together a FanDuel single-game lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help win your NFL DFS tournaments.
The 49ers and Packers square off in the divisional round of the NFL playoffs. If you're putting together a DraftKings Showdown lineup for Saturday night, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help win your NFL DFS tournaments.
The Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs is set to begin. If you're putting together a full-slate FanDuel lineup for Saturday and Sunday's second-round action, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help win your NFL DFS tournaments.
The Divisional Round round of the NFL playoffs is set to begin. If you're putting together a full-slate DraftKings lineup for Saturday and Sunday's second-round games, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help win your NFL DFS tournaments.
The Packers quarterback is tied to his NFC divisional game opponent in many ways, making this the most personal Super Bowl shot for Rodgers.
The Packers-49ers divisional round game is shaping up to be another classic Green Bay game that is impacted by the weather.
In our picks and predictions for 2021 NFL divisional weekend, the Titans fall to the upstart Bengals, the Chiefs win a thriller and a Packers vs. Buccaneers championship game rematch is on.
In our picks and predictions against the spread for the divisional weekend of the 2022 NFL playoffs, the Chiefs hold off the revenge-minded Bills, the Bengals pull off an upset and the Packers and Buccaneers set up a rematch.
Here's a complete guide to watching the 49ers vs. Packers divisional game on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full 2022 NFL playoff schedule.
Here's everything to know about betting on 49ers vs. Packers in the 2022 NFL playoffs, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for the divisional round game.
Here's a complete guide to the NFL's playoff games on Saturday, including start times and TV channels for both of the divisional round matchups
The 49ers quarterback has quite the lengthy injury history. Here's what he's dealing with now.
Kyle Shanahan hasn't been afraid to experiment, so the 49ers could expand Trey Lance's role against the Packers.
"What happened?" the Cowboys running back said from Dallas' sideline. "The referee got in the way?"
Eight teams are still standing in the 2022 NFL playoffs. There are still clear favorites in the race to win Super Bowl 56, but there's a bit of a shakeup in their biggest challengers based on who survived and advanced — and how they played while doing it.
Matt LaFleur, Sean McVay and Kyle Shanahan all worked on Washington's 2013 coaching staff. Now, they are all in the playoffs and Washington isn't.
McCarthy defended the fateful play call, but would change one major thing about it.
Coach Kyle Shanahan said Garoppolo suffered a "slight" sprain. The QB suffered the injury during the second quarter of the 49ers' wild-card matchup against the Cowboys.
Ezekiel Elliott's knee injury didn't keep him from playing this year, but it was a significant one.
The former VP of NFL officiating says that both sides hold blame, but the field umpire could have handled the situation better.
The radio announcers were not happy with the Cowboys fans after their postgame actions following a loss to the 49ers.
Referee Alex Kemp explained why the officials handled the final sequence of the Cowboys-49ers game properly despite a controversial finish for Dallas.
These five playoff teams should be worried if ESPN's Manningcast curse follows them into the playoffs.
Jones repeatedly expressed disappointment over his team's performance. He believed the fans deserved better.
Dallas tied the record for most penalties in a game, with several coming in costly moments that led to their loss against San Francisco.
The San Francisco star finished the game with half a sack and three tackles.
Prescott said the team and the fans shared frustration over calls made by the officiating crew Sunday.
Mike McCarthy is going to be under the microscope again for his game and time management issues.
The clock ran out on the Cowboys, and it should have.
Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from 49ers vs. Cowboys on Sunday. Follow for complete results from the 2022 NFL wild-card playoff game.
For the second straight postseason, the award went to a quarterback who did not advance in the playoffs.
The former Cowboys quarterback was involved in three high-profile playoff matchups between the NFC foes in the 1990s.
The 49ers and Cowboys square off in the Wild Card round of the NFL playoffs. If you're putting together a DraftKings Showdown lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help win your NFL DFS tournaments.
Jackson Sparks
The 49ers and Cowboys battle in the Wild Card round of the NFL playoffs. If you're putting together a FanDuel single-game lineup for Saturday afternoon, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help win your NFL DFS tournaments.
The 49ers and Cowboys are vying for the Nickelodeon's NVP in the wild-card round of the playoffs.
The 49ers and Cowboys wild-card game will be broadcast on CBS, but it's also going to be shown on Nickelodeon with a kid-centric broadcast for the third straight season.
This season, Nickelodeon will showcase the Cowboys vs. 49ers wild-card game on Sunday, Jan. 16. Here's more information about why the children's network is now broadcasting NFL games and content.
Jimmy Garoppolo's days in San Francisco are likely numbered with Trey Lance waiting in the wings. Here are his most likely landing spots for the 2022 season if the 49ers move on at starting quarterback.
Here's everything to know about betting on 49ers vs. Cowboys in the 2022 NFL playoffs, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for the wild-card game.
Here's a complete guide to watching the 49ers vs. Cowboys wild-card game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full 2022 NFL playoff schedule.
These two NFC foes will tie record for the most playoff matchups against one another in their first meeting since 1995.
In our picks and predictions against the spread for wild-card weekend of the 2022 NFL playoffs, the Cowboys stave off the popular underdog 49ers while the Chiefs and Bills take care of business.
In our picks and predictions for 2021 NFL wild-card weekend, a pair of NFC upsets upend the bracket while the Chiefs, Bengals and Bills keep things chalk in the AFC.
Sporting News' NFL experts make their predictions for the 2022 playoff bracket, including AFC and NFC champions and their picks for Super Bowl 56.
Brandon Schlager
Here's everything you need to know about the NFL wild-card games, including a full schedule with TV channels and start times.
Lynch shared strong feelings about his starting quarterback in a radio appearance on Friday.
Bill Belichick and Andy Reid top our NFL postseason coach rankings. Who is No. 3?
The late Dwight Clark's TD catch is part of NFL lore, but here are five things you might not know about the teams, the players, the game and, yes, “The Catch,” from The Sporting News.
Bob Hille
Joe Burrow is the NFL's hottest quarterback entering the 2022 playoffs while Dak Prescott carries the weight of the Cowboys' Super Bowl expectations. Will they challenge the top tier led by Tom Brady?
We hand out grades for all of the NFL's rookie quarterbacks who started during the 2021 season, from the pleasant surprises of Mac Jones and Davis Mills to the hard knocks of Trevor Lawrence and Zach Wilson.
Sporting News tracked scoring updates and highlights from 49ers vs. Rams on Sunday. Read the complete results from the NFL Week 18 game.
Kupp is closing in on the single-season record, and could surpass the mark in the final game of the 2021 season on Sunday.
Here is everything to know about the 49ers' playoff picture heading into Week 18, including clinching scenarios and San Francisco's seeding possibilities in the 2022 NFL playoff bracket.
Here's a complete guide to watching the 49ers vs. Rams game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 18 NFL schedule.
In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 18 of the 2021 NFL season, the Chargers win to get into the playoffs while the 49ers luck out with the Saints' upset loss.
In our Week 18 picks, the Raiders and 49ers clinch the last two playoff spots in a fun-filled final weekend of the NFL regular season.
Our NFL power rankings are updated entering the final week of the 2021 regular season. Check out the biggest risers and fallers.
The 49ers are ahead of the Eagles in the playoff race, but Philadelphia has already clinched a playoff spot. Here's why.
Kyle Shanahan gave Jimmy Garoppolo a vote of confidence after Trey Lance turns in a solid start against the Texans in Week 17.
The fan came face-to-face with the San Francisco coach.
The 49ers control their own destiny in the NFC playoff race but have a pivotal game coming up in Week 17 that could make or break their season.
In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 17 of the 2021 NFL season, the Cowboys take a key step forward in the NFC playoff race while the Patriots and 49ers maintain their wild-card positions.
In our Week 17 picks, the Ravens get back on track (if Lamar Jackson plays) and the Cardinals pull off an upset at Big D.
San Francisco coach Kyle Shanahan said the team will re-evaluate Garoppolo on Wednesday to see if he will be able to play against the Texans on Sunday.
Our NFL power rankings are updated entering Week 17 of the 2021 regular season. Check out the biggest risers and fallers.
In our Week 16 picks, the AFC and NFC playoff pictures come into focus with seven exciting matchups between teams with .500 records or better.
In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 16 of the 2021 NFL season, the Bills come through with a huge AFC East win over the rival Patriots while the Chiefs and Colts stay hot.
"Never intended to [like the tweet] and remain a huge believer in Jimmy," Lynch said.
Let's break down the implications of the 49ers' loss in the NFL playoff picture with two games left on their 2021 schedule.
Sporting News provided live scoring updates during the 49ers vs. Titans game. Check out the best highlights from "Thursday Night Football" right here.
Dani Mohr
Jimmy Garoppolo struggled on Thursday night against the Titans, throwing two interceptions in a 20-17 loss.
Is A.J. Brown playing on Thursday night for the Titans against the 49ers? We have the latest injury updates ahead of the Thursday Night Football official active/inactive report and your first start 'em, sit 'em decision of Week 16.
Samuel leads the team in rushing touchdowns, and could become the first wide receiver ever to accomplish the feat.
Get your fantasy football week started off right with our start 'em, sit 'em lineup advice for San Francisco and Tennessee on Week 16 ''Thursday Night Football."
The 49ers and Titans kick off Week 16 action on Thursday Night Football. If you're putting together a DraftKings Showdown lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help win your NFL DFS tournaments.
Craig Williams
The 49ers and Titans offer a battle of current playoff teams to start off Week 16 on Thursday Night Football. If you're putting together a FanDuel single-game lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help win your NFL DFS tournaments.
Say goodbye to Fox and "Thursday Night Football" — forever.
Here's everything you need to know to watch the 49ers vs. Titans game in Week 16, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full "Thursday Night Football" 2021 schedule.
Here's everything to know about betting on 49ers vs. Titans in Week 16, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for "Thursday Night Football."
