Shanahan: Niners 'blew an opportunity' vs surging Saints

“If we had taken care of the ball better today, we would have had a very good chance to be in that game,” coach Kyle Shanahan said

AP source: NFL probe 49ers for possible COVID violations

A person familiar with the investigation says the probe is looking into whether Bourne was wearing a face covering as required by the COVID-19 rules.

Aaron Rodgers leads Packers past undermanned 49ers, 34-17

The lone bright spot for the 49ers was the performance of receiver Richie James Jr., who had nine catches for 184 yards and a TD.

Big days from Wilson, Metcalf lead Seahawks past 49ers 37-27

Wilson and Metcalf tormented San Francisco and its banged up secondary as the top-scoring offense in the league continued to pile up points.

49ers activate RB Coleman, CB Williams from IR

The Niners also placed running back Jeff Wilson Jr. on injured reserve with a high ankle sprain and activated receiver River Cracraft and safety Johnathan Cyprien from the practice squad on Saturday.

Seahawks host 49ers in another key NFC West showdown

Seattle took its first loss of the season last week in a 37-34 overtime setback to Arizona.

49ers crush Patriots 33-6

49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo finished 20 of 25 for 277 yards with two interceptions in his first game against his former team.

49ers place Mostert on IR, add 2 safeties to roster

Mostert went down with a high ankle sprain last week against the Rams and will miss a few weeks.

Thinking of 49ers, Edelman has 'Jerry Rice Hill' to thank

Edelman dated Rice’s daughter, Jaqui, in high school and took her to the prom, but that's not why he was shy around her father.

Garoppolo, 49ers hope to add to Patriots' recent woes

Garoppolo now returns Sunday to face his former team for the first time since being traded to San Francisco (3-3) in 2017.

Santa Clara County decides no audiences allowed at Levi’s Stadium

Football fans hoping to see the 49ers in person won't be able to just yet. On Tuesday, leaders in Santa Clara County said they are not going to follow the state’s new guidance for stadiums.

Bay Area pro sports teams could soon reopen outdoor stadiums to fans

According to California Health and Human Services Secretary, Dr. Mark Ghaly, professional sporting events at outdoor stadiums can reopen if counties reach the "Orange Tier," or moderate tier, or the "Yellow Tier," meaning the county has minimal transmission of COVID-19.

Fred Dean, 68, fearsome pass rusher in 49ers’ dynasty, dies after coronavirus diagnosis

Dean was an undersized pass rusher who began his career as a second-round pick with the San Diego Chargers in 1975 and ended it in the Hall of Fame after being named an All-Pro twice and making four Pro Bowls.

Former 49er Fred Dean passes away at age 68
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Former San Francisco 49er Fred Dean passed away at age 68. He was diagnosed with COVID-19 last week and put on a respirator.