49ers' DeForest Buckner reclaims familiar jersey number in Bay Area return
The 49ers' DeForest Buckner is reclaiming No. 99 after returning to San Francisco, leaving second-year defensive tackle C.J. West needing a new jersey number.
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Bears can do Rams a favor on Monday Night Football
Monday Night Football pits the Chicago Bears against the Seattle Seahawks, and a Bears win could indirectly help the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC playoff race. A Seattle loss would drop the Seahawks to 4-4, tying them with the Rams in the NFC West behind the 6-1 49ers. With the NFC North tightly packed—Vikings at 6-1, Bears and Lions at 5-2, Packers 5-3—the Bears' result also impacts non‑divisional wild‑card berths. The Rams, now 4-4, still have winnable games against Washington and an upcoming rematch with Arizona, which is juggling its quarterback situation.
49ers get major boost in NFC playoff race thanks to Lions
49ers received a major boost in the NFC playoff race after the Lions handed the Vikings their first loss, putting San Francisco atop the NFC standings.
Report: Vikings Had a Trade in Place with Rumored Receiver that Has Since Been Axed
The Vikings reportedly had a trade ready to send WR3 Jauan Jennings back to the 49ers, but Jennings refused, choosing to stay in Minnesota. Sources including Ari Meirov, Jay Glazer, and ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler confirm the deal fell apart after Jennings declined a Zoom call with Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch. With the Vikings at 6-1 after a Week 8 loss, their passing game is struggling; Jennings has only six catches for 54 yards this season. The team now heads into a Monday Night Football matchup against the Buffalo Bills.
Reports: Vikings WR Jauan Jennings against possible trade to 49ers
Minnesota WR Jauan Jennings preferred to remain with the Vikings when his former team, the 49ers, attempted to trade for him, per reports.
John Lynch's trade deadline inaction could cost Brock Purdy the MVP
49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has slipped in the MVP race, and it's no secret as to why.
Texans Signing DT Naquan Jones Off 49ers’ PS
The Houston Texans add defensive tackle Naquan Jones to their active roster, signing him off the San Francisco 49ers’ practice squad. The 28‑year‑old Michigan State alum went undrafted in 2021, bounced between the Titans, Cardinals, Dolphins, Chargers and Vikings, and appeared in three games for the 49ers this season with two tackles. Houston re‑signed Jones to a one‑year deal earlier in 2026 before cutting him in August, and now brings him back to bolster the defensive line.
Jauan Jennings nixed a trade to return to the 49ers
A trade that would have sent wide receiver Jauan Jennings back to the San Francisco 49ers collapses after Jennings refuses to return to the team that drafted him. According to Jay Glazer, the 49ers had worked out terms with Minnesota, contingent on a FaceTime call with Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch, but the player chose to stay in Minnesota, praising the Vikings' direction on Instagram. Jennings, who has four receptions for 43 yards this season, was seen as a gritty blocker for the 49ers amid a wide‑receiver shortage, but his decision leaves the Niners to rely on the return of injured players like De’Zhaun Stribling.
Week 9 NFL Defense Rankings: Steelers, Packers, Bears and 49ers Rise; Fantasy Defense Rankings This Week
Week 9 NFL defense rankings recap the top performers from Week 8, highlighting the Minnesota Vikings as the league’s best unit after four first‑half sacks on Jared Goff and limiting Detroit to 19 points. The Seattle Seahawks sit second, holding the Bears to just 89.4 rushing yards per game and the fewest tight‑end receiving yards (34.4). Denver’s Broncos climb to third with a goal‑line stand that stifled the Chiefs, while Tampa Bay’s Buccaneers rise to fifth after two straight games allowing under 260 total yards and only three red‑zone trips in 22 drives. The article also previews upcoming matchups and provides fantasy defense rankings for Week 9.
Fantasy Football Defenses to Stream Week 9
Fantasy owners looking to stream defenses for Week 9 get five under‑used options. The Chiefs (15th, 5.4 pts/game) face a low‑scoring Jets unit; the 49ers (10th, 7.0 pts) host a high‑powered Raiders offense; the Giants (20th, 5.1 pts) return from a bye against struggling Eagles; the Lions (25th, 4.0 pts) meet a 31st‑ranked Dolphins attack; and the Saints (23rd, 4.1 pts) tackle a 29th‑ranked Browns. All are owned in less than 55% of ESPN leagues, making them potential waiver‑wire steals.
Texans poach veteran defensive tackle off the 49ers’ practice squad
The Houston Texans have signed veteran defensive tackle Naquan Jones off the San Francisco 49ers’ practice squad. Jones, who played three games for the 49ers before they opted to keep returning starters James Thompson and Mykel Williams, spent training camp with Houston, was cut in August, and then joined the Vikings before the 49ers grabbed him last month. His move frees a practice‑squad slot for San Francisco as they prepare for the Las Vegas Raiders, with DT CJ West and linebacker Sebastian Valdez looming as possible returns.
NFL Playoff Picture 2026, Week 9 Standings, Wild Card Info, Super Bowl Bracket Odds
The NFL playoff picture is beginning to take shape as the league approaches the midway point of the 2026 season, with the Buffalo Bills and San Francisco 49ers standing tall over their respective conferences, while other expected playoff contenders have struggled.
Fred Warner's Defensive Player of the Year case is impossible to ignore
Fred Warner leads the 49ers with 72 tackles and four forced fumbles at the bye, forcing a conversation that's long overdue.
NFC Playoff Picture: Detroit Lions threatening for top seeds after Vikings win
After a dominant win over the Minnesota Vikings, the Detroit Lions move to 5‑2, sitting just a game behind the Vikings in the NFC North and climbing to the No. 2 spot in the Wild Card race. The Lions now hold the division’s best 2‑0 record against NFC rivals, but a Chicago Bears victory over Seattle on Monday could push the Bears ahead in overall win percentage. The NFC North remains historically competitive—every team is two games over .500 through Week 8. Meanwhile, the 49ers lead the conference at 6‑1, and the wild‑card field is tight with the Lions, Bears and Packers battling for the top three spots. A Week 15 Lions win in Minnesota could secure the division tiebreaker.
Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 8? Zach Charbonnet, Jadarian Price, Rome Odunze, Luther Burden III, Emanuel Wilson, Colston Loveland, D'Andre Swift, Cooper Kupp
Who Should I Start? Who Should I Sit? Some of the most common Week 8 MNF fantasy football lineup decisions […]
49ers News: Da Bears tonight
The 49ers grab the NFC lead after the Vikings fall, tying both teams at 6‑1 with the 49ers winning the tiebreaker on Strength of Victory (opponents’ .427 win rate vs. .409). Ahead of Week 9 vs. the Raiders, the team’s schedule includes practices and multiple press conferences with Kyle Shanahan, Raheem Morris, Klay Kubiak, and QB Brock Purdy. Meanwhile, All‑Pro RB Christian McCaffrey’s hamstring strain raises injury concerns, and GM John Lynch’s comment about the player’s “digging in” adds extra scrutiny. The article also notes a historic 1985 Ditka‑Walsh handshake photo.
49ers reportedly lose another defensive lineman from practice squad
The 49ers have lost another defensive lineman, as the Houston Texans sign Naquan Jones off San Francisco's practice squad days after Kevin Givens' departure.
NFC Playoff Picture with 2 games left in Week 8
With just two games left in Week 8, the NFC playoff picture is shaping up. The Seattle‑Chicago Monday night clash will decide who climbs—if the Seahawks win they jump to 7th and push the Bears to 8th; a Bears victory lifts them to 5th while Seattle falls to 9th. Meanwhile, the Eagles‑Commanders on Sunday night fight to escape the bottom. The current standings have the 49ers and Vikings leading at 6‑1, the Giants at 4‑2‑1, and the Lions and Bears tied at 5‑2 in the NFC‑North. The Packers sit 5‑3, with the Seahawks at 4‑3 and Rams at 4‑4 battling for the last playoff spots.
NFL Shocker: 49ers and Vikings Agree To Trade, However, Player Shockingly Backs Out
The San Francisco 49ers and Minnesota Vikings reached a trade deal to send veteran wide receiver Jauan Jennings back to San Francisco, but Jennings refused to return, causing the trade to collapse. FOX Sports insider Jay Glazer reported the agreement fell apart on Nov. 1, just before the trade deadline. No details on compensation or whether Jennings has a no‑trade clause were released. Jennings, a 2020 seventh‑round pick who helped the 49ers reach Super Bowl LVIII, has not explained his reluctance, making the failed swap a rare example of a player blocking a mid‑season move.
NFC Playoff Picture: 49ers move into first place after Vikings loss
The 49ers leap to the top of the NFC despite a bye week, overtaking the Vikings thanks to a stronger Strength‑of‑Victory (.427 vs .409) after the Lions’ win. Both San Francisco and Minnesota sit at 6‑1, with the next tier led by the Giants (4‑2‑1) and Panthers (3‑4). The article details the full playoff seeding, explains the tiebreakers that place Tampa Bay (10) ahead of Atlanta (11) and Arizona (12) ahead of Dallas (13), and notes that upcoming games could shift the rankings.
NFC Playoff Picture: Vikings fall from atop conference with tiebreaker
The Vikings drop from the top spot in the NFC after a Week 8 loss, now sitting second to the 49ers on a strength‑of‑victory tiebreaker (49ers .427 vs Vikings .409). Both teams sit 6‑1, but San Francisco’s wins over stronger opponents give them the edge. The updated NFC playoff picture lists the 49ers, Vikings, Giants and Panthers in the top four, while the Lions and Bears lock the 5‑seed despite identical records. Detailed head‑to‑head tiebreakers also determine seeds 10 through 13, with Tampa Bay, Atlanta, Arizona and Dallas sorting out the mid‑tier spots.
Jonathan Taylor Appears To Take One Final Shot At His Colts Teammates Before Expected Trade [VIDEO]
Amid swirling trade rumors, Jonathan Taylor delivers a final message to his Colts teammates after a crushing 42-7 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. The running back, a 2020 second‑round pick, admitted the season will only get tougher and warned opponents they’ll be “foaming at the mouth.” Taylor recorded just 8 carries for 23 yards, 4 receptions for 24 yards and a fumble on Sunday, underscoring the team's struggles. With recent moves—Nelson to Seattle and Buckner to San Francisco—the Colts face a possible overhaul, and Taylor’s trade value is expected to exceed those recent deals.
Report: Vikings, 49ers Trade Collapses After Player Refuses
Minnesota Vikings wideout Jauan Jennings has rejected a trade back to the San Francisco 49ers, causing the deal to collapse. FOX’s Jay Glazer says the 49ers had arranged terms that hinged on a FaceTime call with head coach Kyle Shanahan and GM John Lynch, but Jennings told them he wants to stay in Minnesota. The 29‑year‑old, who posted 55 catches, 643 yards and nine TDs for the 49ers in 2025, signed a one‑year, $8 million contract with the Vikings in May that can rise to $13 million. He’s currently a third‑string option behind Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison, and the Vikings remain the NFL’s only unbeaten team. The 49ers, now 6‑1, still have a week before the Nov. 10 trade deadline to seek receiver help.
Raiders-Jets: 17 things we learned
The Las Vegas Raiders snapped a four‑game skid with a 38‑33 comeback win over the New York Jets, evening their record at 4‑4 while the Jets fall to 2‑6. After trailing 23‑14 at halftime, Kirk Cousins led a second‑half surge, throwing three TDs and going perfect in the red zone, matching the league lead. Rookie Mike Washington rushed for 83 yards, and a 95‑yard kickoff return by Dylan Laube became the team's first kick‑return TD in 15 years. Despite a still‑struggling ground game and a defense that has allowed 30+ points in five straight contests, the Raiders now face tougher foes—49ers, Seahawks and Broncos—to stay playoff‑relevant.
Josh Downs trade request gives 49ers the slot receiver they actually need
Josh Downs has requested a trade from the Colts, and the 49ers should be customers yet again.
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