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• Barnwell's NFL quarter-season awards: The top candidates to win MVP, Rookie of the Year, more
  From the Web › ESPN
  Can Josh Allen win another MVP? Could anyone edge Myles Garrett for DPOY? We ranked the top three candidates to win seven NFL awards through four weeks.
  Share • Oct 2, 2025 at 3:40 AM
• When will Brandon Aiyuk return? 49ers WR injury update
  From the Web › USA Today
  49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has yet to play a snap in 2025. How long is Aiyuk out? When will he return?
  Share • Oct 2, 2025 at 3:20 AM
• When will George Kittle return? 49ers TE injury update
  From the Web › USA Today
  San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle has been on injured reserve since his Week 1 hamstring injury. When will he return?
  Share • Oct 2, 2025 at 3:20 AM
• How the 49ers are using the Rams' blueprint to rebuild around Brock Purdy
  From the Web › ESPN
  The 49ers started to plan Brock Purdy's extension in 2022 -- and their division rivals helped them.
  Share • Oct 2, 2025 at 3:20 AM
• Where shorthanded 49ers might have advantage vs. tough Rams team in Week 5
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  The 49ers have a tough challenge ahead facing one of the most productive defensive lines in the NFL, but the Los Angeles Rams also will offer plenty of opportunities on...
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 9:20 PM
• Baldinger and Wyche break down 49ers vs. Rams 'TNF' matchup | 'The Insiders'
  From the Web › NFL.com
  NFL Network analyst Brian Baldinger and Chief National Reporter Steve Wyche discuss the impact of San Francisco 49ers injuries will have against the Los Angeles Rams...
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 7:20 PM
• Rams star jokes that he won't trash talk Trent Williams because he's 'not dumb'
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  San Francisco 49ers offensive lineman Trent Williams is still one of the scariest players in the league, even keeping Jared Verse from trash talking.
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 3:20 PM
• Brock Purdy, Ricky Pearsall, Jauan Jennings all out: 49ers skeleton crew to face Rams
  From the Web › San Francisco Standard
  Mac Jones will make his third start of the season under center
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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• Brock Purdy, 49ers' top receivers ruled out for Thursday night at Rams
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Purdy's toe injury flared up after Sunday's loss to Jaguars, while Pearsall suffered a knee injury in the loss.
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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• 49ers suffer crushing blow on injury report for huge Week 5 divisional game
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers will take on the Los Angeles Rams Thursday at SoFi Stadium. However, after this injury report, they'll be without key players.
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 2:00 PM
• Purdy, Jennings, Pearsall OUT vs. Rams; Injury Report Ahead of #SFvsLAR
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  The San Francisco 49ers released their latest injury updates headed into the Week 5 contest versus the Los Angeles Rams.
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 2:00 PM
• Rob Havenstein, Tyler Higbee are doubtful for Thursday Night Football
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The Rams play the 49ers on Thursday Night Football, and both teams enter with some key injuries.The Rams likely will play without tight end Tyler Higbee (hip)...
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 2:00 PM
• 49ers QB Brock Purdy, Ricky Pearsall ruled out for prime-time matchup vs. Rams
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  The 49ers will play a key NFC West game on Thursday night without their starting quarterback and both starting wide receivers.The 49ers on Wednesday ruled out...
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 1:40 PM
• Niners rule out Purdy, Pearsall, Jennings for TNF
  From the Web › ESPN
  Brock Purdy, Ricky Pearsall and Jauan Jennings are all out for the Niners on Thursday against the Rams.
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 1:40 PM
• Brock Purdy, Jauan Jennings, Ricky Pearsall all ruled out for 49ers-Rams
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The 49ers will be shorthanded against the Rams on Thursday night, particularly on offense. Quarterback Brock Purdy, receiver Jauan Jennings, and receiver Rickey Pearsall...
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 1:40 PM
• Niners QB Brock Purdy (toe) out Thursday night vs. Rams
  From the Web › NFL.com
  Niners quarterback Brock Purdy's return from a toe injury lasted only one week. Purdy has officially been ruled out for San Francisco's Thursday night tilt...
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 1:20 PM
• 49ers vs. Rams final injury report: Purdy, Pearsall, Jennings ruled out for TNF
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers vs. Rams injury updates and practice reports: Brock Purdy, Ricky Pearsall, and Jauan Jennings ruled out for TNF. Full Week 5 injury report inside.
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 1:07 PM
• 49ers vs. Rams preview | Week 5
  From the Web › NFL.com
  Here's everything you need to know when the San Francisco 49ers play the Los Angeles Rams Week 5 of the 2025 NFL season.
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 12:03 PM
• 49ers vs. Rams: 3 Keys to Victory in a Week 5 NFC West Showdown
  49ers Webzone › Editorials
  The 49ers look to rebound vs. the Rams on TNF. Winning depends on running the ball, executing in the red zone, and limiting Puka Nacua. Must win to go 4-1.
  Wayne "Breezie" Brown • Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 11:49 AM
• Five 49ers players to watch in prime-time Week 5 matchup vs. NFC West rival Rams
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  The 49ers might not be at full strength for their key NFC West game Thursday night against the Los Angeles Rams.There are questions about whether Brock Purdy or Mac...
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 10:40 AM
• Former 49er calls out Rams trying to combat 49ers fan takeover in 2021 NFC championship
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The Los Angeles Rams beat the San Francisco 49ers in the 2021 NFC championship game thanks in part to one artificial advantage per a former 49er.
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 10:20 AM
• The 49ers have an uncomfortable Brock Purdy dilemma
  From the Web › SFGate
  Brock Purdy wants to play against the Rams on Thursday, despite a nagging injury.
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 10:20 AM
• 2025 NFL trade deadline: Biggest need for all 32 teams entering Week 5
  From the Web › NFL.com
  Can the Chargers and Vikings find O-line help to keep their QBs upright? Kevin Patra identifies the biggest need for all 32 teams ahead of the 2025 NFL trade...
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM
• Morning Report: Fred Warner Mic'd Up, #SFvsLAR Preview
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  Catch up on the latest San Francisco 49ers headlines, powered by Cisco.
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM
• Why the 49ers were excited to add Mac Jones
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers QB Mac Jones is ready if Brock Purdy is out vs. Rams. GM John Lynch explains why Jones is a "perfect fit" for the system and playing with "swagger."
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 9:55 AM
• John Lynch on 49ers rookie Mykel Williams: 'His best football is ahead'
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers rookie Mykel Williams shows flashes of potential but faces early challenges. See how San Francisco's first-round pick has fared through four games.
  David Bonilla • Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 9:34 AM
• 49ers vs. Rams: Three must-know storylines for Thursday's Week 5 prime-time game
  From the Web › NFL.com
  NFL.com's Eric Edholm breaks down three must-know storylines ahead of Thursday's prime-time game between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams.
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 9:20 AM
• Rapoport: Lamar Jackson's status for Sunday 'in doubt', several 49ers did not practice yesterday | 'GMFB'
  From the Web › NFL.com
  While on "Good Morning Football", NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport provides the latest on the developing situations with Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson and...
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 8:28 AM
• 49ers mailbag: Is Kyle Shanahan's play-calling too conservative? When will John Lynch trade for a pass rusher? Why are special teams still so bad?
  49ers Webzone › Editorials
  49ers fans question Kyle Shanahan's play-calling, John Lynch's trade plans, and ongoing special teams struggles after tough loss to Jaguars.
  Marc Adams • Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 7:24 AM
• Jared Verse: Trent Williams is a first-ballot Hall of Famer for a reason
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  Reigning defensive rookie of the year Jared Verse has recorded a sack and forced fumble in each of the last two weeks.While Verse has been moving around on defense...
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 7:20 AM
• Kurtenbach: 49ers WR Skyy Moore was once a third baseman. That could prove handy against the Rams
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  The best new play in football is a Rams kickoff.
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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• Robert Saleh's 49ers defense gets ready to rumble with the Rams' starry offense
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  The 49ers defense and coordinator Robert Saleh -- fresh off a public spat with Jacksonville coach Liam Coen -- face a tough task Thursday night visiting the Los Angeles...
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 5:20 AM
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• 49ers' Robert Saleh on spat with Liam Coen: Legal sign-stealing was 'wrong choice of words'
  From the Web › NFL.com
  San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh and Jacksonville Jaguars coach Liam Coen had a an on-field dust up after Sunday's game in Santa...
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 4:00 AM
• NFL Week 5 Power Rankings: Ravens fall, Giants rise
  From the Web › Pro Football Focus
  The Bills remain in the PFF Power Rankings entering Week 5.
  Share • Oct 1, 2025 at 3:20 AM
• 49ers fix huge roster issue, swap 2 picks for Saints $52 million DE in projected NFL trade
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers may need to make a move to replace Nick Bosa sooner rather than later.
  Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 9:20 PM
• Quick turnaround makes it tougher for Brock Purdy to play with toe injury on Thursday night
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The NFL's default position on short-week football is that the injury rates are no different when playing seven days apart than when playing four days apart. This...
  Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 9:00 PM
• 49ers get bad news across the board in updated practice participation report
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers injury situation isn't improving on a short week before facing the Los Angeles Rams.
  Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 7:40 PM
• Brock Purdy, Ricky Pearsall, Jauan Jennings listed as non-participants
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The 49ers' official injury report was as expected.Quarterback Brock Purdy (toe), wide receiver Ricky Pearsall (knee) and wide receiver Jauan Jennings...
  Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 7:20 PM
• 49ers vs. Rams injury report: Brock Purdy, Ricky Pearsall among key players sidelined
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers injury and practice report: Brock Purdy, Ricky Pearsall, and key starters sidelined ahead of Thursday's Week 5 NFC West clash vs. the Rams.
  David Bonilla • Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 6:38 PM
• 49ers vs. Rams in Week 5: How to watch, stream, and listen, plus odds
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers face Rams on Thursday Night Football in Week 5—how to watch, stream, listen, plus odds and key player matchups at SoFi Stadium.
  Site Staff • Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 5:09 PM
• Get ready for 49ers-Rams | TNF
  From the Web › NFL.com
  The San Francisco 49ers take on the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday Night Football in Week 5 of the 2025 NFL season.
  Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 5:03 PM
• Saleh rues 'wrong choice of words' in Coen spat
  From the Web › ESPN
  San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh told reporters on Tuesday that he "could have found a better choice of words" during his argument with...
  Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
• Brock Purdy on 49ers-Rams status: 'If I can play this game, I'm going to play'
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers QB Brock Purdy battles toe soreness ahead of the Rams clash. His Week 5 status is uncertain as San Francisco faces a short turnaround.
  David Bonilla • Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 4:50 PM
• Ways to Watch and Listen: 49ers vs. Rams | Week 5 'Thursday Night Football'
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  Broadcast and streaming information for the San Francisco 49ers Week 5 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium.
  Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 4:40 PM
• Purdy hopeful toe won't keep him out vs. Rams
  From the Web › ESPN
  49ers quarterback Brock Purdy said Tuesday it's too early to rule him out from playing Thursday night against the Rams.
  Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM
• Transcripts: Shanahan, Saleh, Purdy, Jones preview 49ers-Rams Week 5 matchup
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan, defensive coordinator Robert Saleh, and quarterbacks Brock Purdy and Mac Jones addressed reporters ahead of Tuesday's...
  Site Staff • Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 3:45 PM
• Robert Saleh: I used a poor choice of words to compliment Liam Coen
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh's comment last week that the Jaguars are "almost elite" at stealing signs legally was not taken kindly by Jaguars head...
  Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 3:40 PM
• 49ers' Robert Saleh admits to using poor choice of words regarding Jaguars' strategy
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers DC Robert Saleh clarifies his "sign stealing" remark about the Jaguars, admitting poor wording while defending his defense's effort and preparation.
  Marc Adams • Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 3:29 PM
• Sean McVay is "hopeful and optimistic" that Rams fans will show up vs. 49ers
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The Rams House is often overrun by outsiders, especially when the 49ers come to town. They return on Thursday night.Coach Sean McVay has his fingers crossed that Rams...
  Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 2:20 PM
• Brock Purdy, Ricky Pearsall, Jauan Jennings out for 49ers walkthrough
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The 49ers will only hold a walkthrough practice on Tuesday, but three of their key offensive players won't be participating in it. Head coach Kyle Shanahan said that...
  Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 2:20 PM
• Kyle Shanahan provides injury updates, previews 49ers-Rams Thursday Night Football matchup
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers coach Kyle Shanahan updates injuries to Brock Purdy and Ricky Pearsall while previewing Thursday Night Football showdown vs. Rams.
  Chris Wilson • Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 2:06 PM
• Brock Purdy still maintaining 'chip on shoulder' after lucrative 49ers contract
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Quarterback Brock Purdy has experienced a lot in the NFL, even if he has yet to reach three full seasons as the 49ers’ starter.Purdy has gone through his share of...
  Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 12:00 PM
• Odd theft surprises SoFi Stadium workers ahead of 49ers-Rams game in LA
  From the Web › SFGate
  Police are on the lookout for Alice and Bubba.
  Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 12:00 PM
• Baldy delivers strong message to 49ers amid pass rush struggles
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers analyst Brian Baldinger warns San Francisco must bolster its pass rush after Nick Bosa's injury and a sackless loss to the Jaguars.
  David Bonilla • Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 11:53 AM
• Will Brock Purdy play Week 5? Latest injury updates on 49ers QB
  From the Web › USA Today
  Brock Purdy returned from injury to play for the 49ers in Week 4. Will he be able to make a quick turnaround on "Thursday Night Football" in Week 5?
  Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 10:40 AM
• PFF Power Ratings Release: NFL risers and upcoming schedules ahead of Week 5
  From the Web › Pro Football Focus
  Every week of the NFL season delivers new market signals, and few tools are sharper than power ratings for cutting through the noise. PFF's updated ratings don't just...
  Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 10:20 AM
• 49ers open as road underdogs for Week 5 matchup vs. Rams
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  After starting the season with a 3-1 record, the San Francisco 49ers play the Los Angeles Rams in Week 5. Let's take a look at the betting odds.
  Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 10:20 AM
• 49ers GM John Lynch weighs in on fiery Saleh-Coen postgame exchange
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers GM John Lynch addresses the fiery post-game exchange between Robert Saleh and Liam Coen, explaining Saleh's 'signal-stealing' comment was a compliment.
  David Bonilla • Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 10:07 AM
• Brock Purdy (toe), Ricky Pearsall (knee) expected to be questionable for 49ers vs. Rams on Thursday
  From the Web › NFL.com
  San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy will be questionable to play on Thursday against the rival Los Angeles Rams due to a nagging toe injury, general manager John...
  Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 9:00 AM
• John Lynch calls Brock Purdy, Ricky Pearsall questionable for Thursday night
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  49ers quarterback Brock Purdy's toe injury remained an issue in his return to the lineup for the team's Week 4 loss to the Jaguars and a short week before Thursday...
  Share • Sep 30, 2025 at 9:00 AM