49ers honor SFPD sergeant who helped Ricky Pearsall as fans celebrate victory

The 49ers honored SFPD sergeant Joelle Harrell at the home opener. She's credited for saving Ricky Pearsall's life, after he was shot in an attempted robbery. Fans savored a comfortable win over the Jets at the home opener.

Ricky Pearsall seen at Levi's Stadium ahead of 49ers game

49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall is at Levi's Stadium for the team's season opener, nine days after being shot in San Francisco's Union Square.

All-Pro RB Christian McCaffrey will miss the 49ers opener against the Jets with a calf injury

San Francisco All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey will miss the season opener against the New York Jets because of a sore calf and Achilles tendon that has hampered him all summer.

49ers fans line up early for Jets game at Levi's Stadium

49ers fans lined up outside of Levi's Stadium ahead of the parking gates opening for tonight's season opener game against the New York Jets.

Johnny Gaudreau's widow, Meredith, reveals pregnancy with third child at memorial

During a memorial service for Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew, Johnny's widow, Meredith, revealed that she is pregnant with the couple's third child. Matthew's wife, Madeline, is also pregnant with their first child.

7 middle, high school football deaths in a month prompt warnings: 'Protect your kids'

The football-related deaths of seven middle and high school students in August alone is prompting warnings from parents and others to take sport safety measures more seriously.

21 relatives reunite for their final, family Oakland A's game

One family of lifelong A's fans knew they had to come back to one final game in Oakland and bid farewell to the team and stadium they fell in love with years ago.

Mourners gather to remember Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau at funeral service in Pennsylvania

Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew were remembered by family, friends, and teammates at a funeral service Monday afternoon. The brothers were tragically killed by a suspected drunk driver late last month.

Bishop O'Dowd Dragons coaching staff loaded with NFL experience

There have been over 20 Dragons who have played on Bishop O'Dowd's football field who have also ended up in the National Football League.

Dolphins' Tyreek Hill detained hours before game vs Jaguars

Miami Dolphins star wide receiver Tyreek Hill appeared to be detained by police on Sunday morning just hours before the team was set to host the Jacksonville Jaguars to start the season.

Paul Goldsmith, NASCAR and Indy 500 icon, dead at 98

Paul Goldsmith, an iconic figure in American stock car racing, has died. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway confirmed Goldsmith's death on Friday. He was 98.

DirecTV-Disney dispute: 49ers' opener could see potential blackout

An ongoing dispute between DirecTV and Disney has Bay Area sports bars facing a potential nightmare scenario this weekend and into Monday. 

Oakland school uses football rematch to cement life-long friendships

Castlemont High School prepares to host its rival from Southern California, Dorsey High School. The two teams played last year in SoCal as part of an effort to expand the horizons for the students of the two, inner city schools. But before the game, the players mentored younger kids, and participated in a workshop.

San Francisco's Marina neighborhood fills a void the bars can't

With remote work widespread, San Franciscans are looking for in-person genuine connections, many are finding it at the Marina Run Club.

NFC West Huddle: Ready for the Regular Season
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Sports reporters who cover the Seahawks, 49ers, Cardinals, and Rams come together to break down how the NFC West is shaping up this season.

49ers' Ricky Pearsall seen at practice days following shooting

Days after a potentially fatal shooting, San Francisco 49ers Ricky Pearsall was seen at practice with the team Thursday afternoon.