The Rams, reeling from a 3-4 start after Myles Garrett’s Week 1 knee injury, may consider another blockbuster trade, but coach Sean McVay says the priority is waiting for injured starters to return rather than buying new talent. McVay notes key players like Davante Adams, Trent McDuffie, and Blake Gripe are expected back soon, making a trade for long‑term IR players unlikely. Meanwhile, the Seahawks and 49ers have already added Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner via trades. The Rams host the Chargers this Sunday.
The 49ers enter their bye week at 6-1, but turnovers, costly penalties and missed opportunities exposed discipline issues in their loss to the Falcons.
Seven weeks into the 2026 NFL season, the Los Angeles Rams remain an enigma. After a surprising loss to the 49ers on an international road trip, they fell to playoff‑bound foes Denver, Buffalo and Arizona, while their only wins came against a battered Giants, an injury‑hit Eagles squad and a struggling Raiders team. Injuries have shuffled the quarterback room from Jaxson Dart to Jameis Winston to JJ McCarthy, and key playmakers have missed time. With a daunting stretch looming – Green Bay before Thanksgiving, then the Chiefs, 49ers, Cowboys and Seahawks – the Rams' true identity won’t emerge until the season’s final stretch, possibly after the bye week brings back players like Myles Garrett and Davante Adams.
The latest NFC roundup highlights several key updates: 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey assures his thigh injury from Sunday won’t linger, while QB Brock Purdy reflects on a costly interception and TE George Kittle warns that four turnovers won’t win games. Meanwhile, Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett throws for 272 yards and a TD in a Week 7 loss to Denver, with head coach Mike LaFleur emphasizing collective offensive issues and noting rookie Carson Beck’s back spasm. Over in LA, Rams coach Sean McVay calls out special‑teams kickoff coverage as “not good enough” after a poor showing against the Raiders.
After the 49ers proved they are willing to be big spenders in the trade market, Jordan Watkins may be a casualty of their next positional upgrade.
After a 29-20 Week 7 loss to Michael Penix Jr. and the Atlanta Falcons, the 49ers remain 6-1 and look upbeat heading into a Week 8 bye. San Francisco completes a key move by reacquiring defensive tackle DeForest Buckner from the Indianapolis Colts for a 2027 fourth‑round pick, reuniting him with George Kellow and Kyle Juszczyk. Kittle celebrated the trade on X and spent the bye watching the Nashville Predators’ 4-3 shootout loss to the New York Islanders. The Niners return in Week 9 against the Las Vegas Raiders at Levi’s Stadium.
The San Francisco 49ers waive veteran cornerback Jack Jones to clear a roster spot for defensive tackle DeForest Buckner, who returns to the team after a stint with the Indianapolis Colts. Jones, 28, posted 11 tackles, three pass breakups and allowed a 57.1% completion rate over seven games, but surrendered two touchdowns. The move follows his journeyman career with the Patriots, Raiders, and Dolphins. Buckner arrives as the 49ers sit 6‑1 and aim to reinforce their defense.
Mac Jones trade rumors were a big part of last offseason, but the 49ers' QB is part of almost none of them leading up to the NFL trade deadline.
With star WR Terry McLaurin sidelined for the season, the Washington Commanders turn to rookie Antonio Williams. In the first six games, Williams posts 18 catches for 205 yards, nailing every target against the 49ers for 50 yards in the second half. Film study shows his polished route‑running, quickness and ability to create separation, earning him a rank of 44th in EPA per target among those with 50+ routes. The Hogs Haven breakdown argues Williams is ready for a larger role and could become a key weapon in Washington’s offense.
The 49ers officially announce the DeForest Buckner trade with the Colts, sending a 2027 fourth-round pick to Indianapolis and releasing cornerback Jack Jones.
Wednesday’s NFL roster moves see the 49ers trade a 2027 fourth‑round pick to the Colts for defensive tackle DeForest Buckner, while also releasing DB Jack Jones. The Bills elevate WR Tyrell Shavers from the PUP list, and the Commanders add WR Van Jefferson, place Terry McLaurin on IR, and return DT Jer’Zhan Newton from IR. The Chiefs bring K Justin Tucker to the practice squad and bring DT Omarr Norman‑Lott back from PUP. Notable practice‑squad signings include TE Carsen Ryan (Browns), WR Zay Jones (Cardinals), and RB Jaydon Blue (Eagles).
The Buffalo Bills didn't even play last week and their Super Bowl odds went up. That's what happens after a wild week in the NFL when the San Francisco 49ers an
The San Francisco 49ers cut cornerback Jack Jones on Oct. 28 to make room for DE DeForest Buckner after a series of poor performances, most notably a Week 7 loss to the Atlanta Falcons where he surrendered four completions for 49 yards and a 107.5 passer rating. Jones had also given up 53 yards on five targets in Week 3 and struggled with penalties and tackling. The move saves the team money—only a $140,000 signing bonus is guaranteed—and opens a spot for rookie Ephesians Prysock, while veteran Nate Hobbs stays on IR awaiting a possible return before the trade deadline.
In a Week 7 showdown, the Atlanta Falcons beat the San Francisco 49ers to vault into prime position for NFC South supremacy. Host Kevin Knight and guest Aaron Freeman (Locked On Falcons) break down the win, dissect the latest injury updates, and debate whether Atlanta can seize control of the division in their upcoming clash with Tampa Bay. The episode also highlights fan engagement options like Discord, Patreon, and a YouTube livestream with full HD video and live Q&A.
The San Francisco 49ers release cornerback Jack Jones on October 28, 2026, days after trading for defensive tackle DeForest Buckner. The 28‑year‑old, a former All‑Pac‑12 honoree drafted by New England in 2022, had a tumultuous stint with the Patriots, Raiders and Dolphins before signing a one‑year deal with the 49ers. In 2026 he played seven games, tallying 11 tackles and three pass defenses, and was entering the final year of his rookie contract worth just over $3 million before being cut.
The 49ers sit 6‑1 after seven weeks, propelled by top‑five offensive explosive‑play rates (9.5% overall, 14.1% on the ground, 5.6% through the air) and a league‑best defensive rate of allowed explosions at just 3.2%. Wins over Denver and Seattle highlight their efficiency, while a returning DeForest Buckner and Nick Bosa promise to tighten an already stout defense. If the trend continues—more big gains offensively and fewer allowed defensively—the Niners look poised to sustain their hot start.
Mavericks CEO Rick Welts announces his retirement at the end of 2026, handing the reins to President Ethan Casson as the team's new CEO and alternate governor. Welts, a Hall of Famer who returned in 2024 after stints with the Suns, Warriors and the NBA, has overseen a major organizational overhaul. Casson, who joined Dallas in 2025 after leading the Timberwolves/Lynx and serving as COO of the 49ers, brings 20+ years of sports‑business experience to guide the franchise into its next chapter.
ESPN’s Nick Wagoner discusses DeForest Buckner’s impact, the 49ers’ potential next trade and concerns about turnovers and Eddie Piñeiro.
Three 49ers who deserve more snaps in the second half of the season. Why Watkins, Black and Halton earned expanded roles before the playoff push.
ESPN's Courtney Cronin discusses a potential Bears trade deadline move as DeForest Buckner heads to the 49ers, leaving Chicago with fewer options.
Brock Purdy’s early-season surge stalls after Week 5, as the 49ers fall 29‑20 to Atlanta. Limited to four healthy receivers and missing key playmakers, Purdy throws 27‑of‑40 for 288 yards, one TD and two interceptions, dropping his passer rating from 126.2 to 75.8. Stats show his per‑play EPA tumble from +0.505 (weeks 1‑4) to –0.087 (weeks 5‑7). The loss highlights Purdy’s struggles against top defenses—particularly Seattle’s DVOA‑best unit—and a costly misread of cover disguises that led to both picks. The article dissects the fake cover‑1 and double‑mug looks that fooled him and suggests adjustments to regain his MVP‑caliber form.
Updated NFL QB rankings after Week 7, following J.J. McCarthy's excellent New York Giants debut and Brock Purdy's first dud of the campaign for the San Francisco 49ers.
Trade deadline chatter heats up across the NFC. The Bears, after missing out on DeForest Buckner, are still hunting defensive help, while the Cardinals' OLB Josh Sweat and safety Budda Baker draw serious trade interest despite contract concerns. Los Angeles could flip Khalil Mack if the Chargers decide to move players, and the Rams are being eyed as potential buyers. Meanwhile, the Vikings, seeking line‑of‑scrimmage upgrades, see WR Jauan Jennings as a possible outbound piece. Sources from ESPN and Jordan Schultz fuel the buzz.
The 49ers' Brock Purdy drops from No. 2 to No. 5 in NFL QB rankings after throwing two interceptions in a loss to the Falcons. See where he stands now.
Folk singer Noah Kahan attended the Nashville Predators' 4-3 loss to the New York Islanders solely to see star winger Filip Forsberg, not fellow celebrity George Kittle. Kahan posted on Instagram, joking “I’m just here for the Forsburgers,” while sitting beside the 49ers tight end in a luxury suite. Forsberg, a 2011 first‑round pick, has tallied three goals and ten assists this season. The Predators, now 4‑3‑5, aim to bounce back against the Washington Capitals on Oct. 29. Meanwhile, Kittle is recovering from a torn Achilles suffered in the Jan. 2026 playoffs.