Trent Sherfield
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan speaks at a press conference after the team's NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
49ers' fortunes now rest on right arm of rookie Brock Purdy

By Josh Dubow Dec. 05, 2022 07:54 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) celebrates after throwing a touchdown pass to running back Christian McCaffrey with offensive tackle Daniel Brunskill, middle, as Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Christian Wilkins (94) reacts during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
Purdy, defense lead 49ers past Fins; Garoppolo breaks foot

By Josh Dubow Dec. 04, 2022 07:29 PM EST

Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Christian Wilkins (94) sacks Cleveland Browns quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
Tagovailoa stays hot, throws for 3 TDs, Dolphins rout Browns

By Alanis Thames Nov. 13, 2022 04:32 PM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Teddy Bridgewater throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
Without Tua, Dolphins will need to address red-zone issues

By Alanis Thames Sep. 30, 2022 06:27 PM EDT

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs (14) drops the ball under pressure from Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard (25) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Dolphins defeated the Bills 21-19. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)
Dolphins late defensive stands led to comeback win vs. Bills

By Alanis Thames Sep. 26, 2022 05:27 PM EDT

Miami Dolphins punter Thomas Morstead (4) sees the ball go backwards after attempting a punt during the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The play resulted in a safety for the Buffalo Bills. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)
Dolphins halt Allen, survive 'butt punt' to beat Bills

By Alanis Thames Sep. 25, 2022 04:35 PM EDT

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Wednesday, March 2, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Secondary, O-line key needs for 49ers this offseason

By The Associated Press Mar. 10, 2022 03:37 PM EST

Houston Texans running back Rex Burkhead (28) runs against San Francisco 49ers middle linebacker Fred Warner, left, defensive end Nick Bosa (97) and defensive back K'Waun Williams (24) during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022. (AP Photo/John Hefti)
Houston Texans at San Francisco 49ers 1/2/2022

Jan. 02, 2022 04:39 PM EST

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Carlos Dunlap (8) sacks San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) in the end zone for a safety to tie the game during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)
49ers miss chance to separate in jumbled NFC playoff race

By Tim Booth Dec. 05, 2021 10:26 PM EST

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf signs autographs for fans before an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
San Francisco 49ers at Seattle Seahawks 12/5/2021

Dec. 05, 2021 03:33 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) looks for a receiver as Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Roy Robertson-Harris (95) rushes during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
San Francisco 49ers at Jacksonville Jaguars 11/21/2021

Nov. 21, 2021 01:23 PM EST

FILE - San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk scores a touchdown against the Chicago Bears during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Chicago. After being a no-show offensively early in the season, Aiyuk is coming off his best game of the year this past week at Chicago with four catches for 45 yards, a 21-yard punt return that set up a TD and a key downfield block on a 39-yard run by Elijah Mitchell that helped seal the game. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)
Aiyuk shows progress for 49ers after 'words' with coach

By Josh Dubow Nov. 04, 2021 07:41 PM EDT

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) runs put of the pocket against the Atlanta Falcons during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Jalen Hurts, Eagles face tough challenge vs. 49ers

By Rob Maaddi Sep. 16, 2021 01:38 PM EDT

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff rolls out to pass against the San Francisco 49ers In the first half of an NFL football game in Detroit, Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
St. Francis (PA) at DEL 9/11/2021

Sep. 12, 2021 01:43 PM EDT

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) is congratulated by Demetrius Harris (86) after Hopkins scored a touchdown against the Tennessee Titans in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
The Latest: Mahomes rallies Chiefs to win over Browns

By The Associated Press Sep. 12, 2021 12:21 PM EDT

49ers hope better health, QB play leads to 2021 success

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2021 01:30 PM EDT
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS (6-10) New faces: QB Trey Lance, C Alex Mack, DE Samson Ebukam, DE Arden Key, DT Maurice Hurst, WR Trent Sherfield, DL...

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones (10) drops back to pass during the second half of an NFL preseason football game against the New York Giants Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Teams mull decision when to start rookie QBs

By Josh Dubow Aug. 30, 2021 12:14 PM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers defensive back Tevaughn Campbell, left, intercepts a pass next to San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mohamed Sanu during the first half of a preseason NFL football game Sunday, Aug. 22, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
Lance throws 2 TDs passes as 49ers rally to beat Chargers

By Joe Reedy Aug. 22, 2021 11:02 PM EDT

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Trent Sherfield, left, runs in front of Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Mike Hughes (21) and safety Devon Key (24) to score on a pass from quarterback Trey Lance an NFL preseason football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
49ers hope deeper receiver corps helps boost passing game

By Josh Dubow Aug. 17, 2021 02:33 AM EDT

Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Omari Cobb, right, reaches to San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance, middle, as defensive tackle Khalen Saunders approaches during the first half of an NFL preseason football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
Lance throws long TD pass before 49ers lose to Chiefs 19-16

By Josh Dubow Aug. 14, 2021 11:49 PM EDT