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• 49ers' Trent Williams gushes over Brock Purdy, 'Cinderella story' rise
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  All-Pro Trent Williams praises Brock Purdy's massive new contract, calling the QB's career a "Cinderella story" and hailing him as the future of the 49ers.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 11, 2025 at 9:41 AM
• 49ers' 2025 hopes ride on Brock Purdy's continued growth
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  ESPN's Dan Graziano highlights Brock Purdy's continued growth as crucial for the 49ers' future success after his big contract and offseason changes.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 11, 2025 at 9:13 AM
• The Best-Case and Worst-Case Scenarios for the 49ers in 2025
  From the Web › SI.com
  The 49ers either will be really good or a complete disaster this season. There's no in between with them.
  Share • Jun 11, 2025 at 9:00 AM
• Kyle Shanahan: Christian McCaffrey is a psycho in a good way
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  Dealing with multiple injuries, 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey was able to play just four games in 2024. But heâ??s been healthy throughout...
  Share • Jun 11, 2025 at 8:20 AM
• 49ers in 2025: Examining best and worst-case scenarios
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  CBS Sports breaks down the 49ers' 2025 season. Will healthy stars lead them to the Super Bowl, or will injuries and Purdy's contract hinder their comeback?
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 11, 2025 at 7:45 AM
• Big Extension Means More Pressure for 49ers Quarterback Brock Purdy
  From the Web › SI.com
  In a sense, Brock Purdy has been the most coddled quarterback in the NFL the past few seasons. Now, he's the highest-paid player in franchise...
  Share • Jun 11, 2025 at 7:00 AM
• Sports Illustrated is "Indifferent" About the 49ers' Offseason Moves
  From the Web › SI.com
  The experts seem split on the 49ers' offseason moves.
  Share • Jun 11, 2025 at 7:00 AM
• Kawakami: Trent Williams is the 49ers' 2025 outlier — and most irreplaceable presence
  From the Web › San Francisco Standard
  Teams show what they're thinking by their actions. And in the 49ers' case, their lack of action at left tackle shows just how much they're...
  Share • Jun 11, 2025 at 6:20 AM
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• Kyle Shanahan explains why 49ers traded for struggling Eagles DE
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  If all goes according to plan, the San Francisco 49ers may have gotten a steal with the Bryce Huff trade.
  Share • Jun 11, 2025 at 6:00 AM
• Kyle Shanahan had a limited update on Brandon Aiyuk's return from his knee injury
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers are hopeful they'll get star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk back in the fold after a knee injury ended his 2024 season.
  Share • Jun 11, 2025 at 4:20 AM
• 32 looming questions under center: What every NFL team still needs to answer about its QB situation
  From the Web › ESPN
  Will Philly's coordinator swap impact Jalen Hurts? Are Patrick Mahomes and Jayden Daniels headed for big years? Could Lamar Jackson get another big payday?
  Share • Jun 11, 2025 at 4:20 AM
• Should 49ers revisit signing LB who backed out on deal to sign with rival last offseason?
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  Free agent LB Eric Kendricks denied the San Francisco 49ers last offseason to take a deal with the Dallas Cowboys instead.
  Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 10:20 PM
• PFN Urges the 49ers to Sign Free Agent Cornerback Jaire Alexander
  From the Web › SI.com
  Pro Football Network says the 49ers should sign veteran cornerback Jaire Alexander who just got released by the Green Bay Packers.
  Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM
• Williams gushes over Purdy's extension, ‘Cinderella story' with 49ers
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  SANTA CLARA — Trent Williams is a jovial guy when speaking to media, but his biggest smile yet might have come Tuesday when he was asked about Brock...
  Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM
• 49ers' Kyle Shanahan explains the challenge of media observing practices
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  Kyle Shanahan explains the difficulty of media-observed 49ers practices, especially for QBs like Purdy & Jones, who need to "let it rip" to improve.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 4:16 PM
• 49ers' Williams healthy, introspective in year 16
  From the Web › ESPN
  49ers left tackle Trent Williams, who missed the final seven games last season with heel and ankle injuries, is healthy, in shape and "right where he needs to...
  Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 3:20 PM
• Trent Williams wants to play into his 40s, vowing not to retire "with some left in the tank"
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  49ers left tackle Trent Williams was a full participant in Tuesdayâ??s mandatory minicamp.Williams soon turns 37, but he is still going strong as he...
  Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 3:20 PM
• 49ers minicamp: Key observations from Tuesday's practice
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  The 49ers wrapped up Day 1 of mandatory minicamp. Get a comprehensive look at key observations and insights from Tuesday's practice session.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 3:05 PM
• Kyle Shanahan: Bryce Huff has best get-off 49ers have seen since Dee Ford
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  Kyle Shanahan raves about new 49ers DE Bryce Huff's elite get-off, comparing him to Dee Ford. Trent Williams expects a "speed demon off the edge" for the 49ers.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 2:56 PM
• 49ers' 2025 Outlook: It's All About Health, Not Talent
  49ers Webzone › Editorials
  Forget the complex narratives — this analyst argues the 49ers' 2025 success hinges solely on health, not perceived talent gaps at WR, Secondary, or LB.
  Jack Stewart • Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 2:41 PM
• 49ers' Trent Williams ‘doing everything physically possible' to extend career into 40s — including minicamp practice
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Left tackle Trent Williams, a month shy of 37, is healthy and still determined to play into his 40s, as evident by him participating in the 49ers'...
  Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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• Transcript: Kyle Shanahan speaks at 49ers mandatory minicamp
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  San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan addressed reporters following the team's first practice of mandatory minicamp. Here's everything he had to say. Transcript...
  Site Staff • Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 2:10 PM
• 49ers' Trent Williams opens up about NFL future and potential retirement
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  49ers All-Pro Trent Williams opens up on his NFL future, revealing his goal to play into his 40s and his current health status. Get the latest from minicamp.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 1:54 PM
• Brandon Aiyuk still "in the middle" of his rehab as he works his way back from torn ACL
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk jogged during Tuesdayâ??s practice, a positive sign in his rehab on his surgically repaired knee.Aiyuk is expected...
  Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 1:40 PM
• No reason for panic as 15 49ers sit out mandatory minicamp for injury management
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  Head coach Kyle Shanahan didn't seem concerned about the San Francisco 49ers injury situation after 15 players missed mandatory minicamp.
  Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 1:20 PM
• Brock Purdy Throws Three Interceptions on Day 1 of 49ers Minicamp
  From the Web › SI.com
  The 49ers just finished Day 1 of minicamp. Here's who stood out, including Brock Purdy, who threw three interceptions.
  Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 1:20 PM
• 49ers injury updates: Kyle Shanahan on Brandon Aiyuk, Ricky Pearsall, others
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  Kyle Shanahan provides key 49ers injury updates from mandatory minicamp. Get the latest on Brandon Aiyuk's rehab, rookie status, and other key players.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 12:52 PM
• Five things the 49ers must do to win a Super Bowl after paying Brock Purdy
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  Brock Purdy is no longer the best bargain in football. That means the 49ers have to push all the right buttons to build a championship roster around their expensive...
  Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 12:41 PM
• 49ers minicamp: Brandon Aiyuk's recovery progress update
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  Get the latest on Brandon Aiyuk's recovery from his ACL/MCL injuries at 49ers mandatory minicamp. See his status and what it means for the 49ers' WR corps.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 11:27 AM
• Will the 49ers Sign Free Agent Safety Jordan Whitehead?
  From the Web › SI.com
  The weakest position group on the 49ers currently is safety. That's why Bleacher Report says the 49ers should sign free agent safety Jordan...
  Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM
• 49ers linked to free agent safety Jordan Whitehead: A potential fit
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  Bleacher Report names the 49ers as a top landing spot for veteran free agent safety Jordan Whitehead. His familiarity with Saleh could boost the 49ers' secondar
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 10:03 AM
• What was the 49ers' biggest offseason move?
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  CBS Sports names the 49ers' most impactful offseason move: bringing back Robert Saleh as defensive coordinator. Will he rejuvenate the 49ers' defense?
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 9:44 AM
• 49ers, Mac Jones form ideal backup QB pairing for 2025 season
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  CBS Sports ranks the 49ers among the NFL's best backup QB situations. Discover why the Mac Jones-49ers pairing creates a strong safety net for the team.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 9:23 AM
• Why PFF predicts a major 49ers improvement in 2025
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  PFF explains why the 49ers are poised for a significant rebound in 2025. Improved health for key stars is the biggest reason for optimism for the 49ers.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 8:45 AM
• 49ers mandatory minicamp kicks off: What to expect
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  The San Francisco 49ers report to mandatory minicamp today! Get the schedule, speaker lineup, and key insights as the 49ers wrap up their offseason program.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 7:27 AM
• 49ers Quarterback Mac Jones is NFL's 9th-Best Backup QB Per CBS Sports
  From the Web › SI.com
  CBS Sports believes the 49ers have the ninth-best backup quarterback in the NFL this year.
  Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 7:00 AM
• The 49ers' Biggest Reason for Optimism this Year
  From the Web › SI.com
  The 49ers have lots of reasons to feel optimistic this year. But the 49ers' biggest reason for optimism is a return to good health, according to Pro...
  Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 7:00 AM
• The 49ers' Biggest Rookie Sleeper of 2025
  From the Web › SI.com
  The 49ers are hoping lots of their rookies can play and possibly start this season. In fact, CBS Sports names fourth-round pick defensive tackle...
  Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 7:00 AM
• One reason for optimism for every team ahead of the 2025 NFL season
  From the Web › Pro Football Focus
  Every NFL team has some ray of hope ahead of the 2025 NFL season, some larger than others.
  Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 5:00 AM
• 9 things to keep an eye out for at 49ers first mandatory practices of 2025
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  Ricky Pearsall's injury, starting jobs headline a list of things to keep a close eye on when the San Francisco 49ers begin mandatory minicamp.
  Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 4:20 AM
• Nine dynamic duos to watch as 49ers enter mandatory minicamp
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Seven of our nine tandems include a new face this offseason.
  Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 4:00 AM
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• 24 NFL teams open mandatory minicamp on Tuesday
  From the Web › NFL.com
  On Tuesday, 24 NFL teams will begin their mandatory minicamp, which typically lasts three days. Unlike the rest of the offseason program,...
  Share • Jun 10, 2025 at 4:00 AM
• 49ers not likely to be involved with signing 2 recently-released veterans
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers aren't likely to change course on available free agents even late in the offseason.
  Share • Jun 9, 2025 at 6:20 PM
• Will the 49ers Make One More Big Move this Offseason?
  From the Web › SI.com
  Will the 49ers make one more big move this offseason? A couple of big-name cornerbacks are available in Jalen Ramsey and Jaire Alexander.
  Share • Jun 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM
• 49ers writer shuts down Aiyuk-McLaurin trade proposal for obvious reason
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  A 49ers insider explains why Brandon Aiyuk's injury makes a trade to the Commanders unlikely, despite speculation involving WR Terry McLaurin.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 9, 2025 at 4:57 PM
• 49ers' Best Move of Offseason was Hiring Robert Saleh per CBS Sports
  From the Web › SI.com
  The 49ers offseason was defined mostly by the people they lost rather than the people they added.
  Share • Jun 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM
• 49ers rookie D-lineman CJ West expected to earn key 2025 role
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  CBS Sports predicts 49ers' fourth-round pick CJ West will play a crucial role on the revamped defensive line in 2025, bolstering the run defense.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 9, 2025 at 1:50 PM
• How Confident are the 49ers in Wide Receiver Ricky Pearsall?
  From the Web › SI.com
  When the 49ers traded Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders for a fifth-round pick this offseason, that was a clear vote of confidence for second-year wide...
  Share • Jun 9, 2025 at 1:00 PM
• What to Watch at 49ers Minicamp this Week
  From the Web › SI.com
  This is a big week for the 49ers. They have minicamp on Tuesday and Wednesday. After that, they'll be off for six weeks before they reconvene for training camp.
  Share • Jun 9, 2025 at 11:00 AM
• 49ers named among top landing spots for Jaire Alexander
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  With Charvarius Ward gone and ample cap space, CBS Sports lists the 49ers as a prime destination for recently released All-Pro cornerback Jaire Alexander.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 9, 2025 at 9:48 AM
• 49ers WR Ricky Pearsall: A 'name to watch' for 2025 breakout
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  Bleacher Report names Ricky Pearsall a top second-year WR. With Samuel gone, Pearsall is poised for a huge role in the 49ers' offense. Get the details!
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 9, 2025 at 9:22 AM
• 49ers land among NFL's best running back duos, per Bleacher Report
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  Bleacher Report ranks the 49ers' Christian McCaffrey and Isaac Guerendo as a top-tier running back duo. Can the 49ers dominate on the ground in 2025?
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 9, 2025 at 8:50 AM
• The 49ers are a Top Landing Spot for Jaire Alexander per CBS Sports
  From the Web › SI.com
  The 49ers might not be done making moves. They just traded for defensive end Bryce Huff. And now, veteran cornerback Jaire Alexander is available.
  Share • Jun 9, 2025 at 8:00 AM
• Will the 49ers Sign Former Packers Cornerback Jaire Alexander?
  From the Web › SI.com
  The Green Bay Packers just released two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander. Should the 49ers sign him? Alexander is only 28 years old. And when...
  Share • Jun 9, 2025 at 7:40 AM
• 49ers minicamp focus: Revamped defense takes center stage
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  ESPN highlights the 49ers' overhauled defense as the key storyline for minicamp. With Saleh back and new rookies, can the 49ers defense dominate in 2025?
  David Bonilla • Share • Jun 9, 2025 at 7:36 AM
• The 49ers Made One of the NFL's Best Moves this Offseason
  From the Web › SI.com
  The 49ers made one of the best moves in the NFL this offseason and no one gives them any credit for it.
  Share • Jun 9, 2025 at 7:00 AM
• The 49ers have NFL's 6th-Best Running Back Duo per Bleacher Report
  From the Web › SI.com
  Last season, the 49ers' running back room was a disaster. Now, Bleacher Report says they have the NFL's sixth-best running back duo in the...
  Share • Jun 9, 2025 at 7:00 AM
• 2011 NFL Redraft: Rebuilding the first round based on PFF grades and data
  From the Web › Pro Football Focus
  PFF's database allows us to go back in time and analyze previous NFL drafts at a high level. Here is how the 2011 NFL Draft could have played out with...
  Share • Jun 9, 2025 at 5:20 AM
• From QB battles to rookie progress, here's everything we're watching at minicamps
  From the Web › ESPN
  Share • Jun 9, 2025 at 3:20 AM
• 49ers have hit the refresh button: Why vibes are high following 6-11 season
  From the Web › ESPN
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