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• The 49ers Want their Next Defensive Coordinator to be Experienced
  From the Web › SI.com
  In retrospect, Nick Sorensen was doomed from the start. That's why Kyle Shanahan is looking to hire a more experienced defensive coordinator this time around.
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
• Pearsall's 'unbelievable' rookie year exceeds Shanahan's expectations
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  After a tumultuous start to his NFL career that was anything but normal, wide receiver Ricky Pearsall impressed both 49ers general manager John Lynch and coach Kyle...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
• 49ers plan to release former Pro Bowl D-lineman after 2 seasons in SF
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The 49ers' plan is to release Javon Hargrave.
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 6:20 PM
• John Lynch Says the 49ers will Release Javon Hargrave
  From the Web › SI.com
  Javon Hargrave most likely has played in his final game with the 49ers. Hargrave will turn 32 in February and he missed all but three games this season with a torn...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM
• Kyle Shanahan says He's Open to Changing the 49ers' Defensive Scheme
  From the Web › SI.com
  The 49ers defensive scheme is somewhat outdated. They're still running the same defensive scheme that the Seahawks ran 10 years ago under head coach Pete Carroll. The...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM
• Shanahan, Lynch aim to keep Purdy with 49ers 'a long, long time'
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  SANTA CLARA — Coach Kyle Shanahan does not plan on going anywhere, and he wants 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy with him every step of the way. Purdy is eligible to sign a...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM
• John Lynch says He Expects Deebo Samuel to Play for the 49ers in 2025
  From the Web › SI.com
  This might not be the news you want to here. Despite coming off the worst season of his career, the 49ers intend to bring Deebo Samuel back to the team in 2025.
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 4:40 PM
• 49ers Notebook: Will Dre Greenlaw stay in the Bay?; Shanahan, Lynch excited about Ricky Pearsall, Dominick Puni; Shanahan weighs in on team tragedies, special teams, defensive scheme
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch discuss Dre Greenlaw's future with the 49ers, rookie standouts like Ricky Pearsall and Dominick Puni, team challenges, and more.
  Kirk Larrabee • Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 4:29 PM
• John Lynch on Deebo Samuel: We're not in the business of letting good players go
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The 49ers shared their plan to release defensive tackle Javon Hargrave at the start of the league year during a press conference on Wednesday, but they have no plan to...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 4:20 PM
• Kawakami: The 49ers need to be refreshed, recast, and rethought — and it's about time
  From the Web › San Francisco Standard
  At their end-of-season news conference, John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan signaled that the roster needs more young players, and the staff needs new kinds of...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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• Shanahan promotes Kubiak to 49ers OC, details play-calling plan
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  SANTA CLARA — The 49ers will have an offensive coordinator next season for only the second time in nine years under coach Kyle Shanahan. Klay Kubiak, 36, formerly the...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 3:20 PM
• 49ers Notes: 2 coordinators out, 1 in, and everything else from Shanahan and Lynch
  From the Web › Audacy
  This article was first published by Audacy and was syndicated with permission.
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 3:20 PM
• Transcript: 49ers' Kyle Shanahan, John Lynch hold end-of-season press conference
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan held their end-of-season press conference on Wednesday, reflecting on the team's 6-11 finish...
  Site Staff • Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 2:42 PM
• Kyle Shanahan: 49ers will do everything we can to bring Dre Greenlaw back
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The 49ers want linebacker Dre Greenlaw back in 2025, if they can work out the right deal.Greenlaw barely played this season because of lingering issues after he tore his...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 2:40 PM
• 49ers plan to release Hargrave but not Deebo
  From the Web › ESPN
  The 49ers said Wednesday they plan to release defensive tackle Javon Hargrave with a post-June 1 designation, but that wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. is not going...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 2:20 PM
• 49ers make a clear statement about Brock Purdy's future: "He's our guy"
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  The 49ers reaffirm Brock Purdy as their quarterback for the future, with GM John Lynch and coach Kyle Shanahan expressing confidence in his potential.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 1:55 PM
• 49ers motivated to get Purdy's deal done quickly
  From the Web › ESPN
  49ers general manager John Lynch, coach Kyle Shanahan and quarterback Brock Purdy have made it clear that they intend to reach an agreement with the hope that it will be...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 1:40 PM
• John Lynch: We know Brock Purdy is our guy, we want him on the 49ers a long time
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy said recently that he'd like to get a long-term contract extension with the 49ers done quickly. General Manager John Lynch sounds...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 1:40 PM
• Brandon Staley to receive another interview with 49ers for DC opening
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers aren't ruling out any options in their search for a defensive coordinator.
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 1:20 PM
• Lynch firmly states Deebo will return to 49ers in 2025
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  SANTA CLARA — Wide receiver Deebo Samuel is not going anywhere. General manager John Lynch all but guaranteed on Wednesday that Samuel will remain with the 49ers for the...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 1:20 PM
• 49ers' Shanahan spins his coordinator carousel, Lynch sums up 6-11 trainwreck
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch huddled with the media Wednesday to review this season's 6-11, last-place finish and swift end to their NFC...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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• 49ers to release Javon Hargrave, but could re-sign him
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The 49ers restructured defensive tackle Javon Hargrave's contract last month in a way that opened the door to getting some cap relief by making him a post-June 1 cut...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 1:20 PM
• Lynch confirms 49ers' plan to release Hargrave in offseason
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  The 49ers are terminating the contract of defensive tackle Javon Hargrave two years earlier than originally planned. But San Francisco general manager John Lynch made it...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 1:00 PM
• NFL Rookie Rankings: Jayden Daniels goes wire to wire as No. 1; Brian Thomas Jr. tops WR hierarchy
  From the Web › NFL.com
  With the 2024 NFL regular season in the books, Gennaro Filice provides a final update to his rookie rankings. Who is the top-rated wide receiver? Where do quarterbacks...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 12:40 PM
• Klay Kubiak will be the 49ers' OC, Kyle Shanahan will still call plays
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  Klay Kubiak will have a different title on the 49ers' coaching staff next season. Head coach Kyle Shanahan said at a Wednesday press conference that Kubiak will be the...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 12:40 PM
• Hallelujah... Finally! 49ers Fire Special Teams and Defensive Coordinators
  49ers Webzone › Editorials
  The 49ers fire their special teams and defensive coordinators, aiming to fix weaknesses from the 2024 season and restore their championship potential.
  Israel Ortega • Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 12:32 PM
• 49ers plan to release Javon Hargrave, keep Deebo Samuel; Trent Williams 'committed' to return
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  The 49ers plan to release DT Javon Hargrave but don't have plans to move on from WR Deebo Samuel. John Lynch discusses Trent Williams' future.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 12:29 PM
• 49ers make rare change to offensive coaching staff under Kyle Shanahan
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers will have an offensive coordinator for only the second time under head coach Kyle Shanahan.
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 12:20 PM
• Weighing fifth-year options for 2022 NFL Draft's first-round selections
  From the Web › NFL.com
  Marc Ross examines which first-round selections from the 2022 NFL Draft should have their fifth-year options picked up. Where do Lions WR Jameson Williams and Titans WR...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 12:20 PM
• Nick Sorenson could move to special teams coordinator for 49ers, Brandon Staley under consideration for DC
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  When word came that Nick Sorensen would not return as the 49ers defensive coordinator in 2025, a move to another role with the team was mentioned as a possibility. Head...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 12:20 PM
• 49ers promoting Klay Kubiak to offensive coordinator
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers promote Klay Kubiak to offensive coordinator. Kyle Shanahan explains what this means for the team's offense.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 12:08 PM
• Nick Sorensen a candidate for 49ers' special teams coordinator; Brandon Staley to interview for defensive coordinator 
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  Kyle Shanahan explains the decision to remove Nick Sorensen as the 49ers' defensive coordinator, discusses replacement options, and the coach's future.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 11:49 AM
• Two 49ers named to NFLPA Players' All-Pro Team
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers linebacker Fred Warner and fullback Kyle Juszczyk were honored on the NFLPA Players' All-Pro team as two of the best in the NFL.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 10:41 AM
• Next Gen Stats 2024 All-Pro Team: Ravens QB Lamar Jackson, Eagles RB Saquon Barkley lead offense
  From the Web › NFL.com
  With the NFL regular season in the books, which players were the best of the best at each position? Using advanced data, the Next Gen Stats analytics group compiles a...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 10:40 AM
• Fred Warner, Kyle Juszczyk Make NFLPA Players' All-Pro Team
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  Linebacker Fred Warner and fullback Kyle Juszczyk have been voted onto the NFLPA Players' All-Pro list.
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 10:20 AM
• Report: Robert Saleh to interview with Jaguars on Tuesday
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  There's been some more reporting on the interview timing for one of Jacksonville's head coach candidates. Per Albert Breer of SI.com, Robert Saleh will interview for the...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 10:20 AM
• NFL coaching, GM tracker: Latest news, interviews, developments in 2025 hiring cycle
  From the Web › NFL.com
  NFL.com is tracking all of the latest news, interviews and developments concerning coach and GM vacancies around the league as the 2025 hiring cycle kicks into...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 10:00 AM
• 49ers expected to offer defensive coordinator job to their former DC
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  Robert Saleh time?
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 9:40 AM
• Ward opens up about tragedy, potential 'final goodbye' with 49ers
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  SANTA CLARA — After the most tragic year of his life, 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward looks ahead with a motivated, yet uncertain, future. The All-Pro is set to become...
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 8:40 AM
• Report: 49ers expected to offer Robert Saleh defensive coordinator role
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  The 49ers may bring back Robert Saleh as defensive coordinator if his head coaching opportunities don't pan out, reuniting him with their defense.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 7:53 AM
• Inman: The best and worst moments of the 49ers' 6-11 season
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Even through the 49ers' slog to last place, there were some bright moments, at least enough to mention in this best and worst of 2024.
  Share • Jan 8, 2025 at 6:40 AM
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• 2025 mock draft: 49ers avoid temptation of superstar RB, help pass rush instead
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers had a shot at RB Ashton Jeanty, but opted for a safer pick instead in a PFF mock draft.
  Share • Jan 7, 2025 at 10:20 PM
• Source: Sorensen out as DC amid 49ers' revamp
  From the Web › ESPN
  The 49ers removed Nick Sorensen from his role as defensive coordinator on Tuesday night but hope to retain him in a different role, a source said.
  Share • Jan 7, 2025 at 8:00 PM
• Nick Sorensen ousted as 49ers make another defensive coordinator swap
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  The 49ers are moving on to their fifth defensive coordinator in six seasons as Nick Sorensen is ousted by coach Kyle Shanahan.
  Share • Jan 7, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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• Brock Purdy wants to get extension 'done quick' so he can participate in 49ers' offseason program
  From the Web › NFL.com
  In line for a massive extension this offseason, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy wants to get a deal done sooner rather than later so he participate in the...
  Share • Jan 7, 2025 at 7:20 PM
• NFL Power Rankings: Broncos, Eagles, Lions rising heading into Wild Card Weekend
  From the Web › NFL.com
  How high do the Lions rise after their dominant Week 18 performance? Are the Ravens peaking at the right time? What's next for the upstart Broncos? Eric Edholm...
  Share • Jan 7, 2025 at 7:20 PM
• Nick Sorensen not returning as 49ers defensive coordinator
  From the Web › NFL.com
  The 49ers will not retain Nick Sorensen as their defensive coordinator following a 6-11 season in which the squad finished 29th in points allowed, NFL Network Insiders...
  Share • Jan 7, 2025 at 7:20 PM
• Source: Sorensen won't return as 49ers DC; team hopes to retain him
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Nick Sorensen will not return as 49ers defensive coordinator, a league source told NBC Sports Bay Area on Tuesday night. However, the 49ers believe Sorensen is a good...
  Share • Jan 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM
• Report: Nick Sorensen won't return as 49ers defensive coordinator
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  Another year, another new defensive coordinator for the 49ers.Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports that Nick Sorensen will not return to the position in 2025...
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• Report: Nick Sorensen will not return as 49ers' defensive coordinator
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  The San Francisco 49ers have dismissed defensive coordinator Nick Sorensen after a disappointing 6-win season but hope to retain him in a different role.
  David Bonilla • Share • Jan 7, 2025 at 6:43 PM
• 49ers fire defensive coordinator Nick Sorensen after 1 season
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  Another new DC for the 49ers...
  Share • Jan 7, 2025 at 6:40 PM
• 49ers' John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan to hold end-of-season press conference on Wednesday
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan will hold their annual end-of-season press conference on Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. The event...
  David Bonilla • Share • Jan 7, 2025 at 6:37 PM
• 4 veterans, including 2 WRs, added to 49ers offseason roster
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  More reserve/future signings including a couple Bay Area guys.
  Share • Jan 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM
• Charvarius Ward opens up after tragedy, points to likely 49ers exit
  From the Web › Audacy
  This article was first published by Audacy and was syndicated with permission.
  Share • Jan 7, 2025 at 5:20 PM
• Will the 49ers Extend George Kittle's Contract this Offseason?
  From the Web › SI.com
  Brock Purdy won't be the only player whose contract the 49ers probably will have to extend this offseason. Like Purdy, George Kittle is entering the final season of his...
  Share • Jan 7, 2025 at 3:00 PM
• 5 Potential Replacements for 49ers Defensive Coordinator Nick Sorensen
  From the Web › SI.com
  If the 49ers hire yet another defensive coordinator this year, here are five they might want to interview for the position.
  Share • Jan 7, 2025 at 2:20 PM
• 49ers sign four players to reserve/future contracts
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  Discover which players the 49ers signed to reserve/future contracts, securing talent for the upcoming season with these roster updates.
  Site Staff • Share • Jan 7, 2025 at 2:02 PM
• 49ers Sign Four Players to Reserve/Future Contracts
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  The San Francisco 49ers announced they have signed OL Isaac Alarcon, WR Russell Gage, WR Isaiah Hodgins and T Jalen McKenzie to Reserve/Future contracts.
  Share • Jan 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM
• The 49ers are Among the Favorites to Sign Aaron Rodgers
  From the Web › SI.com
  This offseason, the 49ers probably will sign Brock Purdy to a long-term contract extension and Aaron Rodgers probably will retire. But if they don't come to an agreement...
  Share • Jan 7, 2025 at 1:40 PM
• Identifying what went wrong for 49ers in disastrous 2024 season
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  There is a fine line between reasons and excuses. But there is no mistaking that the 49ers' 2024 NFL season went horribly wrong for any number of reasons. There was no...
  Share • Jan 7, 2025 at 1:40 PM