Mitch Wishnowsky
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) passes against the Denver Broncos during the first half of an NFL football game in Denver, Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
49ers offense with Garoppolo falls flat in loss to Broncos

By Josh Dubow Sep. 26, 2022 07:59 PM EDT

San Francisco 49ers' Deebo Samuel runs during the second half of an NFC divisional playoff NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
NFC Matchup: Old West rivals meet for Super Bowl berth

By Barry Wilner Jan. 27, 2022 02:22 PM EST

FILE - Green Bay Packers kicker Mason Crosby (2) is shown on the sidelines after missing a field goal during an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Cincinnati. Special teams could play a big role again on Saturday night when the Niners (11-7) visit the Green Bay Packers (13-4) in a matchup of two of the league's worst performing special teams units. Even the usually reliable Mason Crosby had his issues kicking. He had made a franchise-record 27 straight field goals dating to last season until he missed three field goals and an extra point in a Week 5 win at Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Zach Bolinger, File)
49ers, Packers hope to avoid more special teams mishaps

By Josh Dubow Jan. 19, 2022 06:58 PM EST

49ers star left tackle Trent Williams returns to practice

By Josh Dubow Jan. 13, 2022 09:43 PM EST
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers are expected to get a big boost for their playoff opener with the return of injured star left tackle Trent...

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan watches a replay during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Garoppolo focuses on playoffs rather than uncertain future

By Josh Dubow Jan. 12, 2022 06:32 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Ambry Thomas (20) celebrates after catching an interception in overtime of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. The 49ers won 27-24. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Garoppolo's late heroics help send 49ers into playoffs

By Josh Dubow Jan. 10, 2022 08:40 PM EST

Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill (17) celebrates with fans after their win over the Houston Texans in an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/Justin Rex )
NFL Today, Week 18

By The Associated Press Jan. 09, 2022 10:07 PM EST

An injured Seattle Seahawks free safety Quandre Diggs grimaces as he is attended to by Seahawks training and medical staff during the second half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)
Seahawks' Diggs carted off field; Saints' Hill hurts foot

By The Associated Press Jan. 09, 2022 08:44 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers kicker Robbie Gould (9) celebrates with fullback Kyle Juszczyk (44) after making a field goal in overtime of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey (5) and defensive back David Long (22) react. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
49ers clinch playoff berth by holding off Rams 27-24 in OT

By Greg Beacham Jan. 09, 2022 07:54 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz (2) is tripped up by Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker (3) during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Colts activate QB Carson Wentz from COVID-19 list

By The Associated Press Jan. 01, 2022 02:43 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) throws as he is pressured by Tennessee Titans defenders in the second half of an NFL football game Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo dealing with injured right thumb

By Josh Dubow Dec. 27, 2021 06:51 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) beats Buffalo Bills safety Micah Hyde (23) and cornerback Taron Johnson (24) on a 13-yard touchdown reception during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
COVID-19 issues continue in NFL; Colts, Panthers hit hard

By Steve Reed Dec. 27, 2021 01:56 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell, left, loses his mouthpiece while tackling San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
49ers use physicality to win 5 out of 6 games

By Josh Dubow Dec. 20, 2021 01:19 PM EST

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields stands in the tunnel before an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
San Francisco 49ers at Chicago Bears 10/31/2021

Oct. 31, 2021 12:53 PM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws during warm ups prior to an NFL football game between the New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
NFL Today, Week 4

By The Associated Press Oct. 03, 2021 09:44 PM EDT

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) passes against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
Garoppolo injures calf; Montgomery hurts knee

By The Associated Press Oct. 03, 2021 07:52 PM EDT

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Freddie Swain (18) catches a touchdown pass against San Francisco 49ers linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair (51) during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
Russell Wilson leads Seahawks past 49ers 28-21

By Josh Dubow Oct. 03, 2021 07:20 PM EDT

San Francisco 49ers tight end Ross Dwelley, right, is congratulated by George Kittle after catching a touchdown pass against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
Seattle Seahawks at San Francisco 49ers 10/3/2021

Oct. 03, 2021 04:37 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers' Ben Roethlisberger warms up before an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
The Latest: Brady sets NFL's career passing mark

By The Associated Press Oct. 03, 2021 12:35 PM EDT

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams, right, catches a pass against San Francisco 49ers middle linebacker Fred Warner, rear, and cornerback Jimmie Ward (1) during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
Injuries at cornerback, running back hinder 49ers

By Josh Dubow Sep. 27, 2021 07:35 PM EDT