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• 49ers vs. Panthers injury report: Who missed practice ahead of key Week 12 matchup
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  49ers injury report for Week 12 includes key updates on who's still hurt and who didn't practice ahead of Monday night's matchup vs. the Panthers.
  David Bonilla • Share • Nov 21, 2025 at 2:52 PM
• Why the 49ers brought back Ricky Pearsall and Brock Purdy the same week
  From the Web › SI.com
  Ricky Pearsall's season has been a strange one. He started off hot. Had 108 yards Week 1 against the Seahawks and 117 yards Week 3 against the Cardinals.
  Share • Nov 21, 2025 at 1:00 PM
• 9 teams could try to trade for 49ers QB Mac Jones this offseason
  From the Web › SI.com
  Mac Jones could be one of the most sought after players in the NFL this offseason.
  Share • Nov 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM
• NFL Week 12 bold predictions: Christian McCaffrey makes history; Patriots roll on the ground
  From the Web › NFL.com
  Will Christian McCaffrey make history in his first game against his old team? Our analysts provide bold predictions for Week 12 of the 2025 NFL season.
  Share • Nov 21, 2025 at 10:40 AM
• Ways to Watch and Listen: Panthers vs. 49ers | Week 12 'Monday Night Football'
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  Broadcast and streaming information for the San Francisco 49ers Week 12 matchup against the Carolina Panthers at Levi's® Stadium.
  Share • Nov 21, 2025 at 10:20 AM
• 49ers' John Lynch expects Ricky Pearsall to be impactful down the stretch
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  49ers GM John Lynch explains why Ricky Pearsall's return adds a key dimension to San Francisco's offense and why the WR could be pivotal late in the season.
  David Bonilla • Share • Nov 21, 2025 at 9:45 AM
• 49ers GM John Lynch raves about Brock Purdy's return
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  49ers GM John Lynch explains why he remained confident in Brock Purdy's return from injury and how the QB helped power San Francisco's win over the Cardinals.
  David Bonilla • Share • Nov 21, 2025 at 9:19 AM
• Why John Lynch was 'a little bothered' during 49ers' win over Cardinals
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  49ers GM John Lynch explains why the pass rush still concerns him despite the team's win over the Cardinals and what must improve for San Francisco.
  David Bonilla • Share • Nov 21, 2025 at 8:57 AM
• Kyle Shanahan lauds rookie Tetairoa McMillan ahead of Panthers-49ers: Will be one of NFL's 'best' WRs
  From the Web › NFL.com
  Panthers rookie WR Tetairoa McMillan is turning heads early in his career, and not just of those in Carolina. Ahead of Monday’s game between the Panthers and...
  Share • Nov 21, 2025 at 7:00 AM
• 49ers' Kyle Shanahan expects this WR to be one of the NFL's best soon
  From the Web › SI.com
  Kyle Shanahan is known for keeping it real.
  Share • Nov 21, 2025 at 6:20 AM
• 49ers superstar believed he was being traded to division rival
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers acquired running back Christian McCaffrey in 2022, but he thought he was going to another NFC West team at the time.
  Share • Nov 21, 2025 at 6:00 AM
• Our guide to every Week 12 NFL game: Matchup previews, predictions, picks and nuggets
  From the Web › ESPN
  Another Eagles vs. Cowboys classic? McCaffrey vs. the Panthers? Picks, predictions and stats for every Week 12 game.
  Share • Nov 21, 2025 at 4:20 AM
• Early offseason needs for all 32 NFL teams: Positions to upgrade, draft prospects to watch, more
  From the Web › ESPN
  How can all 32 NFL teams improve during the offseason? We took an early look at positional needs, free agents to watch and intriguing draft fits.
  Share • Nov 21, 2025 at 4:00 AM
• Kyle Shanahan announces new 49ers starter for huge Week 12 game
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers will have a new defensive starter after another injury hit on that side of the ball.
  Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 9:20 PM
• 2 great signs for 49ers on 1st Week 12 practice report
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers' first Week 12 practice report had great news for Brock Purdy and Ricky Pearsall.
  Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 7:00 PM
• Christian McCaffrey taking 49ers-Panthers very seriously—as he does every game
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  Christian McCaffrey leads the 49ers into a crucial Monday night showdown with the Panthers, emphasizing focus and execution in every game.
  David Bonilla • Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 5:37 PM
• Matt Gay on joining 49ers—the kicker who once helped end San Francisco's Super Bowl hopes
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  Matt Gay, who helped boot the 49ers from the NFC Championship in 2022, joins San Francisco to help the team's kicking game while Eddy Piñeiro recovers.
  David Bonilla • Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 5:03 PM
• The 49ers' path to the playoffs begins with a full-circle game for Christian McCaffrey
  From the Web › San Francisco Standard
  The star running back will face the team that traded him away in a Monday night game that features significant playoff implications.
  Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 4:40 PM
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• 49ers' Curtis Robinson knows 'Monday Night Football' lights carry special meaning
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  Stanford product Curtis Robinson is the 49ers' next man up at middle linebacker come Monday night's starting debut against Carolina.
  Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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• NFL Week 12 picks: Upset and score predictions, matchup breakdowns for every game
  From the Web › NFL.com
  How will Josh Allen's Bills fare against the Texans' ferocious defense tonight? Can the scuffling Chiefs earn a desperately needed win over the Colts? Who...
  Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 4:20 PM
• NFL QB rankings, Week 12: Drake Maye vaults Patrick Mahomes; Lamar Jackson falls to Tier 3
  From the Web › NFL.com
  Which players fell out of the top 10 in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings? Who jumped 16 spots? Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32, heading into Week 12 of the...
  Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 4:20 PM
• Brock Purdy a full participant in Thursday's practice
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  49ers quarterback Brock Purdy had a full practice Thursday as the team began preparations for Monday Night Football. It was the third consecutive full practice for...
  Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 4:20 PM
• 49ers vs. Panthers injury report: 5 players miss Thursday's practice
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  Five 49ers players didn't practice on Thursday and one was limited as the team prepares for a Week 12 clash against the Panthers at Levi's Stadium.
  David Bonilla • Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 3:42 PM
• 49ers' Curtis Robinson to replace Tatum Bethune at middle linebacker amid injury
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  SANTA CLARA — The 49ers head into their Week 12 matchup with the Carolina Panthers without a few players.Tatum Bethune, who suffered an ankle injury in the...
  Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 3:20 PM
• 49ers prepare to face rookie who 'big time' caught their eye before the draft
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  49ers ready for Panthers matchup as they face rookie WR Tetairoa McMillan, a draft prospect who impressed San Francisco during evaluations.
  David Bonilla • Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 3:02 PM
• Transcript: Kyle Shanahan previews 49ers-Panthers Week 12 matchup
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  San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan addressed reporters ahead of Thursday's practice as the team gears up for its Week 12 matchup against the Carolina Panthers...
  Site Staff • Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 2:32 PM
• 49ers injury news: Brock Purdy, Ricky Pearsall full-go for practice; Fred Warner update
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  49ers QB Brock Purdy and WR Ricky Pearsall are full-go for practice; get the latest on Fred Warner and Thursday practice participation updates.
  David Bonilla • Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 1:26 PM
• NFL insider weighs in on 49ers coach Robert Saleh's future
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  An NFL insider breaks down Robert Saleh's future with the 49ers and possible replacements if San Francisco needs a new defensive coordinator.
  David Bonilla • Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 9:25 AM
• Trio of 49ers coaches could be lost to head-coaching jobs
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers have some talented coaches on their staff and some might end up running their own teams someday.
  Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 9:20 AM
• George Kittle lauds Taylor Swift after hangout: 'Couldn't be nicer'
  From the Web › For The Win
  The 49ers tight end had nothing but nice things to say about Taylor Swift after Tight End U.
  Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 9:20 AM
• 49ers trade rumors: NFL insider projects potential compensation for Mac Jones
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  An NFL insider projects what the 49ers could receive in a Mac Jones trade, plus potential suitors and the likely draft compensation San Francisco might land.
  David Bonilla • Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 9:06 AM
• NFL insider reveals what 49ers could get by trading key player in the offseason
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers have Brock Purdy locked in on a longer deal, and after Mac Jones played so well in his place, they may consider trading him.
  Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 7:00 AM
• 49ers' Christian McCaffrey on pace for historic season, especially as receiver
  From the Web › The Mercury News
  The ex-Carolina Panthers star faces his former team on Monday night as he carries the 49ers' offense with his dual-threat ability
  Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 6:40 AM
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• NFL Week 12 Preview: Schedule, storylines, matchups to watch and betting spreads
  From the Web › Pro Football Focus
  We're diving into every matchup in Week 12 of the 2025 NFL season â?? including key storylines, matchups to watch, and injury news. The Buffalo Bills and Houston...
  Share • Nov 20, 2025 at 3:40 AM
• Gay joins 49ers' practice team amid Piñeiro doubt
  From the Web › ESPN
  The San Francisco 49ers don't yet know how long kicker Eddy Piñeiro will be out with a right hamstring injury but they have decided who his temporary replacement will...
  Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 4:20 PM
• 49ers sign K Matt Gay to the practice squad
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  After working out multiple kickers, the 49ers have found their temporary replacement for Eddy Pineiro.The team signed Matt Gay to the practice squad on Wednesday...
  Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 4:20 PM
• 49ers officially announce kicker signing, release receiver
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  The 49ers officially announced two roster moves—the signing of veteran kicker Matt Gay to the practice squad and release of WR Russell Gage Jr.
  Site Staff • Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 3:37 PM
• San Francisco 49ers Sign K Matt Gay to Practice Squad, Release a Wide Receiver
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  The San Francisco 49ers today announced they have signed K Matt Gay to the practice squad and released WR Russell Gage Jr. from the practice squad.
  Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 3:20 PM
• Report: 49ers adding kicker who was recently released by Commanders for 2 missed kicks
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers found their replacement for kicker Eddy Pineiro.
  Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM
• 49ers extensive search to replace injured kicker features 5-player tryout
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers are leaving no stone unturned in their quest to replace injured kicker Eddy Pineiro.
  Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM
• 49ers signing kicker Matt Gay to fill in for Eddy Piñeiro
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  The 49ers are signing veteran kicker Matt Gay to replace injured Eddy Piñeiro ahead of their Week 12 matchup. Here's what the move means for San Francisco.
  David Bonilla • Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 2:50 PM
• 49ers bring back familiar face at LB as injuries mount
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers are bringing back a player they know well as injuries stack up at linebacker.
  Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 2:40 PM
• 49ers work out two more kickers on Wednesday
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers work out two more kickers as they seek a Week 12 replacement for injured Eddy Piñeiro, bringing their total tryouts to five ahead of Panthers matchup.
  David Bonilla • Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 2:19 PM
• 49ers Sign LB Blanton to Practice Squad
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  The San Francisco 49ers today announced the following roster moves:
  Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM
• 49ers announce linebacker signing ahead of Week 12 preparations
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers add linebacker Stone Blanton to the practice squad as Week 12 prep begins, with a kicker move expected soon amid Eddy Piñeiro's injury.
  Site Staff • Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 1:54 PM
• Panthers vs. 49ers preview | Week 12
  From the Web › NFL.com
  Here's everything you need to know when the Carolina Panthers play the San Francisco 49ers Week 12 of the 2025 NFL season.
  Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 12:03 PM
• NFL offensive line rankings ahead of Week 12
  From the Web › Pro Football Focus
  The top five remains the same, and the Patriots join the top 10 ahead of Week 12.
  Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 12:00 PM
• 49ers rumor mill: Vikings could pursue Mac Jones
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  Pro Football Talk links the Vikings to a possible trade for 49ers QB Mac Jones. Here's why Minnesota may target him and what it means for San Francisco.
  David Bonilla • Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 11:56 AM
• CBS Sports projects 49ers' playoff chances after 7-4 start
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  CBS Sports projects the 49ers as the No. 6 seed with an 80. 4% playoff chance after their win over Arizona. Here's how San Francisco stacks up in the NFC race.
  David Bonilla • Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 11:27 AM
• Causes of the 49ers For 'My Cause My Cleats' 2025 Campaign
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  In this week's "Monday Night Football" contest, the 49ers will wear their customized cleats on the field to amplify the causes close to their hearts off the...
  Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 11:00 AM
• Morning Report: Go Inside the Action with 'From the Trenches' in Arizona
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  Catch up on the latest San Francisco 49ers headlines, powered by Cisco.
  Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 10:40 AM
• Former 49ers RB tabbed as Pro Football Hall of Fame semifinalist for 2026 senior class
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  San Francisco 49ers legend Roger Craig isn't on the Hall of Fame ballot anymore, but he's been named a semifinalist in the senior category.
  Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 10:20 AM
• San Francisco 49ers and San Francisco Travel Announce Strategic Partnership
  From the Web › 49ers.com
  The partnership will leverage the 49ers powerful brand and international fanbase to activate SF Travel's marketing through in-season content and official global...
  Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 9:20 AM
• 49ers QB Brock Purdy's self-evaluation led to this revelation during recovery
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  49ers QB Brock Purdy used his injury downtime for self-evaluation, uncovering a key insight that fueled his strong return vs. the Cardinals.
  David Bonilla • Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 8:58 AM
• 49ers bolster the trenches in latest ESPN 2026 NFL mock draft
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  ESPN's 2026 NFL mock draft has the 49ers boosting their defensive line with Ohio State standout Kayden McDonald. Here's why he's a strong fit for San Francisco.
  David Bonilla • Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 8:29 AM
• Anderson, Craig among football HOF semifinalists
  From the Web › ESPN
  Former MVP Ken Anderson, versatile running back Roger Craig and former AFL star Otis Taylor are among the nine semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of...
  Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 8:20 AM
• 49ers great Roger Craig remains in contention for 2026 Hall of Fame enshrinement
  From the Web › NBCS Bay Area
  Former 49ers running back Roger Craig is among nine individuals who remain in contention for three seniors finalist spots for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of...
  Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 8:00 AM
• 49ers predicted to add national champion defensive lineman in 2026 NFL draft
  From the Web › Niners Wire
  The San Francisco 49ers have some talent along their defensive line, but they could use more, and that could come early in the 2026 NFL draft.
  Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 7:40 AM
• 49ers vs. Panthers in Week 12: How to watch, stream, and listen, plus odds
  49ers Webzone › Articles
  49ers vs. Panthers Week 12: How to watch, stream, listen, and check odds for San Francisco's Monday Night Football showdown at Levi's Stadium.
  Site Staff • Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 7:21 AM
• Mac Jones could become Minnesota's J.J. McCarthy insurance policy in 2026
  From the Web › Pro Football Talk
  Earlier this year, the Vikings said farewell to Sam Darnold 1.0. Next year, they could be saying hello to Sam Darnold 2.0.There's already chatter in some circles that...
  Share • Nov 19, 2025 at 7:20 AM