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San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey celebrates after scoring against the Dallas Cowboys during the second half of an NFL divisional playoff football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
Bold trades keyed offensive jolts for 49ers, Eagles

By Josh Dubow Jan. 27, 2023 05:13 PM EST

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, left, looks on after talking with New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) following an NFL divisional round playoff football game, Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, in Philadelphia. The Eagles won 38-7. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
49ers-Eagles NFC championship matchup has old-school feel

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 26, 2023 03:23 PM EST

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts scrambles against the New York Giants during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Eagles, Hurts get week of much-needed rest as NFC's top team

By Arnie Stapleton Jan. 12, 2023 06:45 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) leaves the field after their NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, in Las Vegas. The 49ers defeated the Raiders 37-34 in overtime. (AP Photo/John Locher)
49ers host Cards seeking 10th straight win, NFC West sweep

By The Associated Press Jan. 05, 2023 06:28 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) throws to a receiver as he is pressured by Washington Commanders defensive end Montez Sweat (90) in the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
Purdy's ascension no longer a surprise for 49ers

By Josh Dubow Dec. 26, 2022 07:32 PM EST

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

Miami Dolphins linebackers Jerome Baker (55) and Jaelan Phillips (15) react after sacking San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, bottom right, during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
49ers' Jimmy Garoppolo out for season with broken left foot

By Josh Dubow Dec. 04, 2022 04:26 PM EST

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff looks downfield during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 13

By Brandon Gdula Nov. 30, 2022 07:28 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Monday, Nov. 21, 2022, in Mexico City. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
49ers' balanced offense provides big challenge to Saints

By Josh Dubow Nov. 25, 2022 09:46 AM EST

New York Giants linebacker Jihad Ward (55) tackles Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce (31) during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 12

By Brandon Gdula Nov. 23, 2022 08:40 PM EST

New Orleans Saints safety Chris Harris Jr. celebrates after breaking up a pass in the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams in New Orleans, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
Streaking 49ers host Saints seeking 4th straight win

By The Associated Press Nov. 23, 2022 04:17 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Monday, Nov. 21, 2022, in Mexico City.(AP Photo/Fernando Llano)
49ers looking like contender following blowout vs. Cardinals

By Josh Dubow Nov. 22, 2022 05:09 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Colt McCoy is sacked by San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Kevin Givens during the second half of an NFL football game Monday, Nov. 21, 2022, in Mexico City. (AP Photo/Eduardo Verdugo)
49ers thrive at elevation while exhausted Cardinals collapse

By David Brandt Nov. 22, 2022 01:09 AM EST

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Monday, Nov. 21, 2022, in Mexico City. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Garoppolo throws for 4 TDs, 49ers top Cards in Mexico City

By David Brandt Nov. 21, 2022 11:21 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Colt McCoy (12) walks off the field after a win over the Los Angeles Rams during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
Surging 49ers meet Cardinals in Mexico City on Monday night

By David Brandt Nov. 17, 2022 07:24 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver A.J. Green, top, makes a touchdown catch over Los Angeles Rams cornerback David Long Jr. (22) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
Cardinals meet NFC West rival 49ers on Monday in Mexico City

By The Associated Press Nov. 17, 2022 06:16 PM EST

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) celebrates with tight end Lawrence Cager (83) after Cager scored a touchdown against the Houston Texans during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 11

By Brandon Gdula Nov. 16, 2022 04:59 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell (25) runs against Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Kenneth Murray Jr. (9) during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
Garoppolo's 3rd down plays key for Niners in latest win

By Josh Dubow Nov. 14, 2022 07:58 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) runs against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
McCaffrey's TD, stout D lead 49ers past Chargers 22-16

By Josh Dubow Nov. 13, 2022 11:32 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers wide receivers Brandon Aiyuk, middle left, and Deebo Samuel, middle right, sit courtside during the second half of an NBA basketball game between the Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers in San Francisco, Friday, Nov. 11, 2022. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)
Cleveland Cavaliers at Golden State Warriors 11/11/2022

Nov. 12, 2022 12:57 AM EST