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The 49ers bring back Robert Saleh for 2nd stint as defensive coordinator

The San Francisco 49ers are bringing back Robert Saleh for a second stint as defensive coordinator after a failed tenure as head coach of the New York Jets

1 DAY AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

2025 NFL mock draft: A first round with Arch Manning, all underclassmen eligible

Would Arch Manning or Jeremiah Smith go No. 1? Rob Rang forecasts who every NFL team would target with their 2025 first-round pick if every...

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Two and done: How the first 8 NFL teams seeking a three-peat fell short

As Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs seek to be the first team to win three straight Super Bowls, we look at the other eight who had a chance.

6 DAYS AGO

2025 NFL Draft order: Top 28 picks are set, with Titans at No. 1

Check out the latest 2025 NFL Draft order as the NFL postseason continues.

6 DAYS AGO

Ex-49er Dana Stubblefield to remain in prison for now after judge denies bail ruling

Ex-San Francisco 49er Dana Stubblefield will remain in California state prison for now after a judge declined to make a bail ruling

JANUARY 18 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Talanoa Hufanga - Injuries mar 2024 season Hufanga (concussion) finished with 38 tackles (20 solo) in seven active games in 2024.

Impact Hufanga entered the season rehabbing a torn ACL suffered in Week 11 of the 2023 campaign. Things didn't get any better for the hard-hitting safety this year after appearing in just seven games due to a combination of ankle and wrist injuries before suffering a concussion in the 49ers' final contest. Assuming Hufanga can earn a clean bill of health in 2025, he will hit the open market as an unrestricted free agent after showing promise in four years with San Francisco.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Nick Bosa - Plays through injury in down year Bosa finished with 52 tackles (33 solo), 9.0 sacks, one interception and one fumble forced across 14 starts in 2024.

Impact Bosa didn't live up to the lofty expectations set in previous seasons despite providing well-rounded statistics. The 2022 DPOY didn't sniff that honor this year after dealing with an oblique injury that cost him three games of action. Bosa didn't get rolling again until Week 17 when he produced a pair of sacks against Detroit. With the 49ers missing the playoffs, the elite edge rusher will have a full offseason to return to full strength before running things back in 2025.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

2025 NFL Mock Draft 2.0: Titans select Cam Ward over Shedeur Sanders at No. 1

J-Mac is back with the second version of his 2025 NFL Draft. Find out which teams he predicts will select some of college football's biggest...

JANUARY 17

Malik Mustapha - Gets lots of run as rookie Mustapha (knee) finished his rookie season with 72 tackles (32 solo) and one interception across 16 games with the 49ers.

Impact Mustapha spent most of his rookie campaign filling in for injured starting safety Talanoa Hufanga, who managed to suit up for just seven games after returning from a serious knee injury. The 23-year-old Mustapha suffered a knee injury of his own in the 49ers' final game of the season, but its unclear if it will limit his availability come training camp. Mustapha figures to have an opportunity to compete for the position he filled in for so admirably as a rookie in 2025.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Ji'Ayir Brown - Solid sophomore season Brown finished the regular season with 77 tackles (48 solo) and one interception across 17 starts for San Francisco.

Impact Brown built off of his solid rookie campaign in 2023 by serving as the team's starting free safety as a sophomore. The converted corner didn't provide any eye-opening stats from an IDP perspective, but he played his role well for a team that struggled as a whole unit in 2024. Brown figures to start at free safety again for the 49ers next season barring a big-name addition in free agency.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Deommodore Lenoir - Another strong campaign Lenoir (shoulder) finished with 85 tackles (53 solo), two interceptions and one forced fumble across 15 starts in 2024.

Impact Fresh off of a five-year contract extension, Lenoir proved to be worth the paycheck with nearly identical stats to his stellar 2023 campaign. The 25-year-old did suffer a shoulder injury in Week 17 and wound up missing two games overall this year. Assuming the injury isn't too serious, Lenoir is lined up to be a fixture in San Francisco's secondary for years to come.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Fred Warner - Another All-Pro season Warner finished the 2024 season with 131 tackles (76 solo), 1.0 sack, two interceptions, four forced fumbles and a defensive touchdown across 17 starts for San Francisco.

Impact All-Pro Fred lived up to his nickname with another appearance on the first team of the All-Pro squad in 2024. The 28-year-old fell just six tackles shy of his previous career high while chipping in a variety of auxiliary stats for IDP managers. Warner finished as one of the few bright spots for an underperforming 49ers' defense. He will continue to lead this defense in 2025 as the club attempts to rediscover its identity after firing defensive coordinators in consecutive seasons.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Saubert - Solid in backup role Saubert recorded 11 receptions for 97 yards and a touchdown across 17 games this season.

Impact The veteran tight end was brought in to serve as a reliable backup to superstar tight end George Kittle in 2024. Saubert filled that role well, providing his usual strong blocking and sure hands while making two spot-starts for San Francisco. The 31-year-old is set to become an unrestricted free agent in 2025 after completing his one-year deal with the 49ers.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Conley - Reserve role in 2024 Conley (elbow) appeared in 15 games for the 49ers this season, finishing with six receptions on 12 targets for 76 yards.

Impact Conley finished his second year in San Francisco with similar minimal results from a fantasy perspective. The veteran wideout injured his elbow in the team's final game of the regular season, but the severity of the injury wasn't disclosed. At age 32, Conley is set to become an unrestricted free agent this upcoming offseason.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Jacob Cowing - Mainly used on ST in rookie year Cowing finished his rookie season with four receptions for 80 yards and one rushing attempt for seven yards across 15 active games.

Impact Cowing was primarily used on special teams in 2024, producing 277 return yards for leagues that factor in that category. The Arizona product flashed some big-play ability as a receiver, averaging 20.0 yards per reception in limited action. Cowing could see more work as a sophomore in 2025, but it would likely take an injury or two in order to open up enough playing time to warrant fantasy consideration next year.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Kyle Juszczyk - Scores thrice in 2024 Juszczyk produced 26 rushing yards and a touchdown on five carries to go along with 19 receptions for 200 yards and a pair of scores while starting all 17 games for San Francisco t...

Impact Juszczyk turned in another strong season from the near-extinct fullback position, providing the 49ers with elite blocking in addition to his services as an auxiliary receiving option. The 33-year-old will enter the second year of his restructured contract in 2025, presumably serving a similar role which provides great real-life value to his club despite serving little fantasy utility.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Brandon Allen - Starts one game in 2024 Allen completed 17 of 30 pass attempts for 199 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions across three games with the 49ers in 2024.

Impact Allen finally made his on-field debut with San Francisco after spending much of his three-year tenure as a member on the practice squad. The veteran backup earned a start in Week 12 in place of then-injured starter Brock Purdy, but mixed results led to fellow backup Joshua Dobbs starting the team's final regular season contest. The 31-year-old Allen will become an unrestricted free agent this upcoming offseason, likely providing depth for San Francisco or another club if signed ahead of the 2025 campaign.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Aaron Jones, George Kittle and Morgan Fox are the finalists for NFL's Salute to Service award

Vikings running back Aaron Jones, 49ers tight end George Kittle and Chargers defensive end Morgan Fox are the finalists for the NFL’s 14th annual Salute to Service award presented...

JANUARY 16 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fox will stream next month's Super Bowl for free on Tubi

Fox will stream the Super Bowl on Tubi for the first time, giving streamers and cord cutters a chance to watch the big game on Feb. 9 for free

JANUARY 15 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

From stories to work shirts, how Jim Harbaugh's approach has turned around the Los Angeles Chargers

Jim Harbaugh’s football philosophy is rooted in being physical on both sides of the ball and wearing down an opponent

JANUARY 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

49ers interview Robert Saleh and Deshea Townsend for defensive coordinator job

The San Francisco 49ers began their search for a new defensive coordinator by interviewing Robert Saleh for a second stint at the job and Detroit Lions assistant Deshea Townsend

JANUARY 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

George Odum - Ends 2024 on injured reserve Odum tallied 16 tackles (14 solo) and four pass defenses across 12 regular-season games in 2024.

Impact Odum started in the first two games of the regular season as Talanoa Hufanga was in the final stages of his recovery from a torn ACL, and the former logged five solo tackles and two pass defenses over that span. Odum served primarily on special teams from Week 3 onwards, though he did play a season-high 55 snaps against the Seahawks in Week 6 and finished with six tackles (four solo) and two pass defenses. His 2024 campaign ended in early December when he was placed on injured reserve due to a knee injury, but he should be fully healthy for the start of training camp in July.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Yetur Gross-Matos - Records 4.0 sacks in 2024 Gross-Matos finished the 2024 season with 19 tackles (14 solo), including 4.0 sacks, across 11 games.

Impact Gross-Matos signed a two-year, $18 million deal with the 49ers last March but suffered a knee injury in the preseason and ended up missing six of the first nine games with knee issues. Gross-Matos served a rotational role off the edge for San Francisco and logged three of his four sacks in a Week 14 drubbing of the Bears. Gross-Matos is slated to collect a sizable $7.39 million salary in 2025, which could be prohibitive to a Niners team that may look to revamp the roster after missing the playoffs. Gross-Matos was nearly invisible in the box score outside of that eruption versus Chicago.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE