Your daily San Francisco 49ers news for Monday, March 10th, 2025
Dianna Russini refutes report of 49ers’ first offer to Brock Purdy
“That is false,” Russini told her co-host, Chase Daniel. “That would be disrespectful, and that did not happen. That’s not true. That’s not true. That did not happen. They did not offer $45 million.”
After scanning the room to see what she had on hand, Russini added that she would bet her phone the report was inaccurate.
Others have suggested that the 49ers have significant leverage in negotiations, as Purdy is under contract for about $5 million in 2025. The team could also utilize the franchise tag for two years after that, which could pay Purdy $97 million over three years.
Still, Russini doesn’t believe the 49ers will take that route.
“I think they are going to get this deal done,” she continued. “I just don’t think it’s going to be as easy as I was expecting this to be. So we’re gonna have to just wait and see as they continue to negotiate. At least the conversations are going.”
Report: 49ers’ rival Seahawks trading star WR Metcalf to Steelers
“Rapoport and Pelissero also reported Metcalf will receive a five-year $150 million contract extension from the Steelers.”
49ers’ defensive line overhaul begins with release of Maliek Collins (paywall)
“During the 49ers’ win over the Bears on Dec. 8, Fox analyst Jonathan Vilma said that linebacker Fred Warner had told him in a production meeting that he liked Collins’ aggression, but he wanted him to be “more consistent.” Asked about the run-defense struggles after a loss at Miami on Dec. 22, head coach Kyle Shanahan pointed to the absence of linebacker Dre Greenlaw and also referenced the performance of Collins and defensive tackle Jordan Elliott.”
Report: Joey Bosa keen on idea of joining brother Nick, 49ers
“Russini’s report also states that the Miami Dolphins are expected to be among the suitor’s for Joey, a Florida native who grew up roughly 30 miles from South Beach in Fort Lauderdale.
The San Francisco Standard’s Tim Kawakami mentioned Sunday that he has heard talks between Joey’s camp and the 49ers have gone well and it feels like a deal between the two parties could be coming.”
49ers, Brock Purdy take note: Latest QB deal features massive guarantees
“That guaranteed figure exceeds Prescott’s $231 million by a significant margin. While it’s unlikely the San Francisco 49ers will offer Brock Purdy a deal with an annual salary higher than Prescott’s, Purdy and his agent are likely most focused on Allen’s guaranteed money and how they can leverage it in their own negotiations.
Unfortunately, the exact portion of that guaranteed amount that is fully guaranteed remains unclear. It’s an important detail—arguably the most important part of the deal. Usually, that aspect is revealed when the contract becomes official and is submitted to the league.
Allen’s $55 million average annual salary now ties him with Jordan Love, Trevor Lawrence, and Joe Burrow. For Purdy to land among the 10 highest-paid quarterbacks (assuming that is the goal), the 49ers must now offer him at least $51 million annually, putting him on par with Jalen Hurts.”
49ers’ Dre Greenlaw, Charvarius Ward attracting interest from other teams
“Silver reports that at least three other teams are interested in acquiring Greenlaw.
“It will be hard for the 49ers to keep [LB] Fred Warner’s partner in grime—not impossible, though,” Silver notes.”
49ers tackle Jaylon Moore poised to cash in during free agency
“Moore earned a career-high 74.9 offensive grade from Pro Football Focus last season, ranking third among the 49ers’ offensive linemen, behind only Williams and surprising rookie Dominick Puni. According to Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports, Moore is expected to have a strong market once he hits free agency.”