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• 49ers: 'Nobody knows' how long McCaffrey out
  From the Web › ESPN
  "Nobody knows" when Christian McCaffrey will be ready to return from injured reserve, 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said Sunday.
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 3:20 PM
• 49ers vs. Vikings highlights | Week 2
  From the Web › NFL.com
  Watch highlights from the Week 2 matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and the Minnesota Vikings during the 2024 NFL season.
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 2:47 PM
• Kyle Shanahan: Christian McCaffrey's timeline is "unknown"
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said the timeline for running back Christian McCaffrey's return is unknown."Nobody knows," Shanahan said after the 23-17 loss to the Vikings...
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 2:40 PM
• Kyle Shanahan explains 4th-down attempts in 49ers' loss to Vikings
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  The San Francisco 49ers offense attempted three fourth-down conversions in their 23-17 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, converting only one. It was just one of...
  David Bonilla • Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 2:40 PM
• Everything we learned in NFL Week 2: Takeaways, big questions and who impressed most
  From the Web › ESPN
  NFL Nation reporters react to all the action, answering the biggest questions coming out of each game. Here's what we learned from Week 2.
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 2:20 PM
• 49ers injury news a silver lining from loss to Vikings
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  Not much went right for the San Francisco 49ers against the Minnesota Vikings, but the injury news after the game was a positive.
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 2:00 PM
• 49ers Studs and Duds: Brock Purdy, Kyle Shanahan outfoxed by the chaotic Vikings
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  The Niners had little to say in a one-sided game against the Vikings
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• Instant analysis of 49ers' mistake-filled 23-17 loss at Vikings
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  The 49ers fell to 1-1 and lost their eighth straight visit to Minnesota as the Vikings won their home opener Sunday 23-17.
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• 49ers Fall 23-17 to the Vikings; Five Takeaways from #SFvsMIN
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  The San Francisco 49ers picked up their first loss of the season, falling 23-17 to the Minnesota Vikings in Week 2.
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 2:00 PM
• 2024 NFL season, Week 2: What We Learned from Sunday's games
  From the Web › NFL.com
  Around The NFL breaks down what you need to know from all of Sunday's action in Week 2 of the 2024 NFL season.
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 1:40 PM
• Vikings improve to 2-0 with upset win over 49ers
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The Vikings are one of the surprise teams from the first two weeks of the season, improving to 2-0 today with an impressive win over the 49ers.Vikings wide receiver...
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• Kyle Shanahan on 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey's recovery timeline: "Nobody knows"
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  On Sunday morning, NFL insider Ian Rapoport reported that San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey is expected to miss at least six weeks, possibly more...
  David Bonilla • Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 1:40 PM
• Notes from each quarter of 49ers' dismal loss to Vikings
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers looked dreadful in their Week 2 loss to the Minnesota Vikings.
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• What we learned as 49ers' blunders bring loss vs. Vikings
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  BOX SCORE MINNEAPOLIS — The 49ers did not have to play a perfect game to emerge from Week 2 with a victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Instead, the 49ers played a...
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• Recap: Major miscues doom 49ers in 23-17 loss to Vikings
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  1st 2nd 3rd 4th Tot SF 0 7 0 10 17
  Kirk Larrabee • Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 1:06 PM
• George Kittle, Justin Jefferson, Nick Bosa all helped off field in third quarter
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  49ers tight end George Kittle has been carted to the locker room in Minnesota, but he does not appear to be seriously injured.According to the Fox broadcast, Kittle went...
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 12:40 PM
• Can't-Miss Play: Fred Warner's leaping INT turns into hurdling return by the 49ers LB vs. Vikes
  From the Web › NFL.com
  San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner reads the eyes of Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold for a red-zone interception complete with a long return and...
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 12:04 PM
• Kittle's first TD of '24 gets 49ers on board vs. Vikings in second quarter
  From the Web › NFL.com
  San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle takes a tight end screen for a 7-yard touchdown to get the Niners on the scoreboard vs. the Minnesota Vikings.
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 12:04 PM
• Justin Jefferson reaches 400 career catches and 6,000 yards in big first half
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson was the best player on the field in the first half today against the 49ers, and he's off to one of the best starts to his career...
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 12:00 PM
• Sam Darnold, Justin Jefferson burn Niners for 97-yard touchdown
  From the Web › Touchdown Wire
  Sam Darnold burns ex-team for 97-yard TD pass to Justin Jefferson
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 11:20 AM
• 49ers fans couldn't believe a ref outran their secondary on Justin Jefferson's 97-yard touchdown catch
  From the Web › For The Win
  Justin Jefferson took on the entire 49ers secondary en route to a 97-yard touchdown catch.
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 11:20 AM
• REPORT: 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey to Miss at Least the Next 6 Games
  From the Web › SI.com
  The news about Christian McCaffrey keeps getting worse. First, Kyle Shanahan said the 49ers were not even considering putting McCaffrey on Injured Reserve. This was...
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 9:00 AM
• No surprises among 49ers Week 2 inactives
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers didn't have any major injury news on their inactives against the Minnesota Vikings.
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 9:00 AM
• Inactive reports for Sunday's Week 2 games of 2024 NFL season
  From the Web › NFL.com
  NFL.com keeps you up to date with the inactive reports for every Sunday game in Week 2 of the 2024 NFL season.
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 9:00 AM
• Texans' all-white look tops Week 2 NFL threads
  From the Web › ESPN
  More clean uniforms will take the field on Sunday, including the Commanders wearing their gold pants for the first time since 2018.
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 8:40 AM
• Five Players Out vs. Vikings; Inactives for #SFvsMIN
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  Safety Talanoa Hufanga, linebacker Dee Winters and three more are inactive for the team's Week 2 matchup versus the Minnesota Vikings.
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 8:40 AM
• NFL 2024 Week 2 early inactives: Jordan Love officially out, Jayden Reed in for Packers
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  Every week we bring you all the inactives from the 1 p.m. ET games in one post, constantly updated with the latest information.There never seemed to be a chance that...
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 8:40 AM
• 49ers list Talanoa Hufanga among 5 inactives vs. Vikings
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  The San Francisco 49ers have released the list of inactive players for their Week 2 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. These five players will not suit up for the...
  David Bonilla • Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 8:34 AM
• Gerald McCoy on which NFC team has better defense: 49ers or Cowboys | 'NFL GameDay Morning'
  From the Web › NFL.com
  NFL Network's Gerald McCoy on which NFC team has better defense between the San Francisco 49ers or Dallas Cowboys.
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 8:31 AM
• 49ers-Vikings pregame: McCaffrey timeline may extend; no Hufanga yet
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Christian McCaffrey's stint on Injured Reserve reportedly could last into late October, NFL Network reported before Sunday's game between the 49ers and the host
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 8:20 AM
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• New Christian McCaffrey injury update is bad news for 49ers RB
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey is expected to miss nearly half the 2024 season according to Ian Rapoport.
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 8:00 AM
• Report: In offseason, 49ers contacted Vikings about a trade for Justin Jefferson
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  Until the Vikings and receiver Justin Jefferson worked out a new contract, it wasn't clear whether they would. And it prompted some teams to call about possibly trading...
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 8:00 AM
• Report: 49ers' Christian McCaffrey may need at least 6 weeks to recover
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey missed most of training camp and the entire preseason due to a calf strain and Achilles tendinitis, the latter of...
  David Bonilla • Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 7:46 AM
• 49ers vs. Vikings as it happened: Highlights, final score, postgame reaction
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  What to knowThe 49ers fell to 1-1 on the 2024 NFL season with a 23-17 road loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday. Up next for San Francisco: The Los Angeles Rams at...
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 7:20 AM
• 2024 NFL Week 2 schedule: How to watch today's games
  From the Web › For The Win
  The San Francisco 49ers versus the Minnesota Vikings is a game to catch on a Week 2 NFL Sunday slate that features plenty of thrilling (...)
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 3:40 AM
• Sources: Niners eyed Jefferson trade before draft
  From the Web › ESPN
  The 49ers checked in on Justin Jefferson's availability before the NFL draft, but the Vikings had zero interest in trading the star WR, sources told ESPN.
  Share • Sep 15, 2024 at 3:20 AM
• Game-time decision loophole helps teams avoid having to downgrade players from questionable
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The 49ers managed to avoid punishment for the apparent concealment of running back Christian McCaffrey's true injury status on Monday, in large part because the NFL...
  Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 4:40 PM
• Kurtenbach: How the 49ers will beat the Vikings (and how it could all go wrong)
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  I'll take a vengeful Brock Purdy any day of the week, even on a short one.
  Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 3:40 PM
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• 5 Biggest Threats: 49ers at Vikings
  49ers Webzone › Editorials
  The San Francisco 49ers head to Minnesota for their Week 2 NFL matchup. The Vikings, led by former 49ers quarterback Sam Darnold, are packed with talent. Who will the...
  Wayne "Breezie" Brown • Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 3:10 PM
• 49ers place running back Christian McCaffrey on injured reserve
  From the Web › San Francisco Chronicle
  The San Francisco 49ers placed All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey on injured reserve Saturday, sidelining him for at least the next four games.
  Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 2:20 PM
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• 49ers announce roster moves ahead of Sunday's clash in Minnesota
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  The San Francisco 49ers have announced the following roster moves ahead of Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings: Placed RB Christian McCaffrey (calf/Achilles)...
  Marc Adams • Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 1:44 PM
• 49ers leave 53-man roster spot open after placing CMC on IR
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  MINNEAPOLIS — The 49ers did not make a roster move Saturday to fill Christian McCaffrey's 53-man roster spot. San Francisco will go with three active running backs...
  Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 1:40 PM
• Christian McCaffrey Placed on Injured Reserve; Roster Moves Ahead of #SFvsMIN
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  The 49ers have announced that RB Christian McCaffrey has been placed on IR and S Tracy Walker III has been elevated from the practice squad.
  Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 1:20 PM
• 49ers' Kyle Shanahan says facing Vikings "sound" defense will be "feast or famine"
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  The San Francisco 49ers were impressive on Monday night, dominating the New York Jets. But that doesn't mean they are satisfied. In the NFL, you can't celebrate long...
  Marc Adams • Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 12:35 PM
• Two key factors will help 49ers withstand CMC's IR stint
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  MINNEAPOLIS — Coach Kyle Shanahan hinted on Friday that the 49ers were considering placing Christian McCaffrey on injured reserve, and on Saturday, San Francisco...
  Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 12:20 PM
• 49ers vs. Vikings Week 2 viewing options: TV channel, streaming live
  From the Web › Touchdown Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers (1-0) visit the Minnesota Vikings (1-0) at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday, September 15, 2024. How to watch 49ers (...)
  Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 11:40 AM
• 49ers put Christian McCaffrey on injured reserve for next month
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Christian McCaffrey will miss at least the 49ers' first five games this season as they put him on the injured reserve list Saturday, a day before the Minnesota Vikings...
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• 49ers place Christian McCaffrey on injured reserve
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  The NFL's offensive player of the year in 2023 won't be playing in 2024 until Week 6, at the earliest.Per multiple reports, the 49ers have placed running back Christian...
  Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 11:00 AM
• 49ers officially place All-Pro RB Christian McCaffrey on injured reserved; will miss at least four games
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  According to ESPN sources, the San Francisco 49ers are placing All-Pro RB Christian McCaffrey on injured reserve due to his calf tightness and Achilles tendinitis. On...
  Marc Adams • Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 10:57 AM
• 49ers place Christian McCaffrey on Injured Reserve
  From the Web › Touchdown Wire
  Achilles tendinitis and a calf injury lands Christian McCaffrey on IR
  Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 10:40 AM
• 49ers place McCaffrey on IR, out at least 4 games
  From the Web › ESPN
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• Niners placing Christian McCaffrey (calf/Achilles) on injured reserve; RB to miss at least four games
  From the Web › NFL.com
  The San Francisco 49ers are placing Christian McCaffrey (calf/Achilles) on injured reserve, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Saturday, meaning the reigning...
  Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 10:40 AM
• The 49ers Need Brandon Aiyuk to Step Up During McCaffrey's Absence
  From the Web › SI.com
  Last season, no one cared if Brandon Aiyuk finished a game with two catches for 28 yards. He wasn't the focual point of the offense nor was he one of the highest-paid...
  Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 10:20 AM
• Orthopedic Surgeon says "a decrease in workload" is prescription for 49ers Christian McCaffrey
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  San Francisco 49ers star running back, Christian McCaffrey, has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Minnesota. McCaffrey, of course, did not play in Monday night's win...
  Marc Adams • Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 9:57 AM
• How the 49ers Offense Changes when Christian McCaffrey is Out
  From the Web › SI.com
  Christian McCaffrey is a great player, but the 49ers can run the ball effectively without him. But McCaffrey's absence still has a huge impact on the offense as a whole...
  Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 9:20 AM
• The 49ers Should Sign a Running Back if Christian McCaffrey Goes to IR
  From the Web › SI.com
  Suddenly the 49ers have just one healthy running back they trust. Christian McCaffrey has Achilles tendonitis and could go to the Injured Reserve List soon. And Elijah...
  Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 9:00 AM
• 5 key questions for the 49ers to beat the Vikings
  49ers Webzone › Editorials
  The San Francisco 49ers are in Minnesota to take on the Vikings. It's a place the 49ers have not won since 1992, when Steve Young was the quarterback, and Amp Lee was...
  Marc Adams • Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 8:58 AM
• Have the 49ers Mismanaged Christian McCaffrey's Achilles Tendonitis?
  From the Web › SI.com
  The 49ers' plan for Christian McCaffrey isn't working. He injured his Achilles in early August and the team shut him down for the preseason. But then he started...
  Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 7:40 AM
• 49ers Keys to Victory vs. Vikings
  49ers Webzone › Editorials
  The San Francisco 49ers hit the road for their Week 2 matchup against the 1-0 Minnesota Vikings. The 49ers haven't won in Minnesota since 1992. If they want to snap...
  Wayne "Breezie" Brown • Share • Sep 14, 2024 at 7:00 AM
• Why 49ers' Spencer Burford calls the SB LVIII block he missed in OT 'a blessing and a curse'
  From the Web › San Francisco Chronicle
  Spencer Burford missed the block of his career in Super Bowl LVIII, potentially costing the S.F. 49ers a game-winning TD. Here's how he has come back from...
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