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San Francisco 49ers running back Jeff Wilson Jr. (22) runs for a touchdown against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Monday, Oct. 3, 2022. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
49ers match NFL's toughest defense against Falcons, Mariota

By The Associated Press Oct. 13, 2022 12:49 PM EDT

New Orleans Saints linebacker Pete Werner tackles Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith short of a first down during an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022. (AP Photo/Derick Hingle)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 6

By Brandon Gdula Oct. 12, 2022 03:55 PM EDT

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) is tackled by Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Kendricks (54) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Pro Picks takes Commanders to rally around Wentz, beat Bears

By Rob Maaddi Oct. 12, 2022 12:42 PM EDT

San Francisco 49ers place kicker Robbie Gould kicks a field goal against the Carolina Panthers during the first half an NFL football game on Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
49ers suffer serious injury losses in latest win

By Josh Dubow Oct. 10, 2022 06:06 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers quarterback Baker Mayfield is sacked by San Francisco 49ers defensive end Charles Omenihu and defensive end Kerry Hyder Jr. during the second half an NFL football game on Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones)
AP source: Mayfield to miss time with high ankle sprain

By Steve Reed Oct. 10, 2022 01:56 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers quarterback Baker Mayfield passes against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half an NFL football game on Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones)
Panthers QB Mayfield to have MRI on injured left ankle

By Steve Reed Oct. 09, 2022 08:40 PM EDT

San Francisco 49ers running back Tevin Coleman, right, celebrates after scoring with wide receiver Deebo Samuel during the first half an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones)
Garoppolo, stingy defense lead 49ers past Panthers 37-15

By Steve Reed Oct. 09, 2022 07:24 PM EDT

49ers activate S Jimmie Ward from injured reserve

By Josh Dubow Oct. 08, 2022 05:12 PM EDT
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers activated safety Jimmie Ward from injured reserve on Saturday, adding a key piece back to the NFL's stingiest...

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones, number 8, attends a practice session at Hanbury Manor in Ware, England, Friday, Oct. 7, 2022 ahead the NFL game against Green Bay Packers at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium on Sunday. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)
Giants activate practice squad QB Webb to back up Jones

Oct. 08, 2022 05:07 PM EDT

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) looks to pass against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
On Football: NFL teams aren't doomed with losing Octobers

By Rob Maaddi Oct. 07, 2022 01:01 PM EDT

Today in Sports History-Don Larsen pitches a perfect game

By The Associated Press Oct. 07, 2022 10:00 AM EDT
Oct. 8 1933 — Cliff Battles of the Boston Redskins becomes the first NFL player to gain more than 200 yards rushing with 215 yards in a 21-20 win over...

Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald (99) is kept away from Atlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota (1) by Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Elijah Wilkinson during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Rams' pass rush trying to work through uncharacteristic funk

By Dan Greenspan Oct. 06, 2022 09:01 PM EDT

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff looks downfield during the first half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
Lions, Patriots looking to bounce back from 1-3 starts

By Kyle Hightower Oct. 06, 2022 03:54 PM EDT

Washington Commanders wide receiver Jahan Dotson (1) looks on as Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs (7) intercepts a pass intended for Dotson in the first half of a NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)
Ferocious Cowboys defense next challenge for reeling Rams

By The Associated Press Oct. 06, 2022 03:49 PM EDT

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) looks to pass against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Jets take on Dolphins, look to end 12-game skid vs. AFC East

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Oct. 06, 2022 03:20 PM EDT

Arizona Cardinals linebacker Victor Dimukeje puts pressure on Carolina Panthers quarterback Baker Mayfield during the second half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones)
Mayfield, NFL's worst offense meet top-ranked 49ers defense

By Steve Reed Oct. 06, 2022 02:55 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers wide receiver DJ Moore (2) walks off the field after an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
Niners look to end road struggles with win at Carolina

By The Associated Press Oct. 06, 2022 02:30 PM EDT

Sportlight-Week Ahead, Oct. 7-13

By The Associated Press Oct. 06, 2022 10:00 AM EDT
Oct. 7 1904 — Jack Chesbro registers his 41st victory of the season as New York defeats Boston 3-2. 1916 — Georgia Tech, coached by John...

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (97) reacts after sacking Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Monday, Oct. 3, 2022. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
Bosa has no planned celebration for rematch with Mayfield

By Josh Dubow Oct. 05, 2022 07:47 PM EDT

A protester is hit by Los Angeles Rams defensive end Takkarist McKinley (50) and linebacker Bobby Wagner during the first half of an NFL football game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Rams in Santa Clara, Calif., Monday, Oct. 3, 2022. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
Protester subdued by Rams' Wagner files police report

By Greg Beacham Oct. 05, 2022 05:14 PM EDT