Not long after their Super Bowl loss, the 49ers moved on from defensive coordinator Steve Wilks. That decision came as little surprise given the perceived friction between he and head coach Kyle Shanahan, and the latter’s search for a replacement was a key element of San Francisco’s offseason. The team looked into a number of candidates but ultimately elected to promote Nick … [Read more...] about 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan Addresses DC Nick Sorensen’s Performance
Brock Purdy Avoids Structural Damage
JANUARY 3: John Lynch confirmed Friday during a KNBR interview (h/t 49ersWebZone.com) that Purdy avoided any long-term elbow issues. The 49ers are preparing to sit their starter for Week 18, but this issue should not impact him for too long into the offseason. DECEMBER 31: An MRI revealed that 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy suffered no structural damage after leaving the game on … [Read more...] about Brock Purdy Avoids Structural Damage
Looking At Pro Bowl Rosters’ Impact On Fifth-Year Option Statuses
The NFL unveiled the Pro Bowl rosters Thursday. While superstars and veterans tied to big-ticket contracts headline the AFC and NFC squads, rookie-contract players are part of both sides for an event no longer featuring an actual all-star game. While the Pro Bowl’s prestige peak occurred decades ago, the 2020 CBA still ties invites to players’ value. Players selected to the Pro … [Read more...] about Looking At Pro Bowl Rosters’ Impact On Fifth-Year Option Statuses
NFL Practice Squad Updates: 1/2/25
Today’s practice squad moves: Detroit Lions Signed: S Morice Norris Jr. Los Angeles Chargers Signed: S Terrell Edmunds Released: S Emany Johnson San Francisco 49ers Signed: DE Tarron Jackson The Chargers added some veteran safety depth in Terrell Edmunds today. The former first-round pick most recently had a two-month stint with the Steelers, collecting seven tackles in … [Read more...] about NFL Practice Squad Updates: 1/2/25
Minor NFL Transactions: 1/1/25
Here are the NFL’s minor moves on New Year’s Day: Dallas Cowboys Signed to active roster from Buccaneers’ practice squad: DE Earnest Brown Los Angeles Chargers Placed on injured reserve: S Elijah Molden (story) Las Vegas Raiders Waived from injured reserve: G Jacob Johanning Miami Dolphins Signed to active roster from Cowboys’ practice squad: OT Braeden Daniels Placed on … [Read more...] about Minor NFL Transactions: 1/1/25