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Oct 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch before the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Will the 49ers Acquire a Wide Receiver at the Trade Deadline?

If the 49ers are serious about winning a Super Bowl this season, they might need to trade for a wide receiver.

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Will the 49ers Acquire a Wide Receiver at the Trade Deadline?

If the 49ers are serious about winning a Super Bowl this season, they might need to trade for a wide receiver.

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October 20, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) catches the football against Kansas City Chiefs safety Justin Reid (20) during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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49ers TE George Kittle is Day to Day with a Foot Sprain

George Kittle apparently sprained his foot during the 49ers' 28-18 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday and is day to day. The 49ers didn't list him in the injury report immediately after the game which suggests Kittle started feeling pain on Sunday.

Sep 15, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. (1) looks on before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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49ers WR Deebo Samuel is in the Hospital with Pneumonia

Deebo Samuel missed most of the 49ers' 28-18 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs with an illness that technically is pneumonia according to head coach Kyle Shanahan. Which means Samuel has fluid in his lungs, he's in the hospital.

Oct 20, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) walks towards the line of scrimmage against the Kansas City Chiefs in the third quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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Kyle Shanahan Appeared to Chew Out 49ers QB Brock Purdy After Loss

Kyle did something strange after the 49ers lost 28-18 to the Chiefs on Sunday. After his postgame press conference, he walked straight over to Brock Purdy at his locker and appeared to chew him out quietly for at least five minutes.

Oct 10, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (11) catches the ball during warmups before the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

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Report: 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk has a Torn ACL and MCL

The 49ers will have to go the rest of 2024 without wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk after he tore his ACL and MCL against the Chiefs.

Oct 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan stands on the sideline during the second quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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Kyle Shanahan Explains Why the 49ers Struggle to Beat Man Coverage

Everyone knows how to stop the 49ers passing game these days. Just cover man to man. Simple as that. In the past, teams were scared to play man coverage against the 49ers because of Christian McCaffrey. No linebacker can match up with him one on one.

October 20, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) passes the football against Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Malik Herring (94) during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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49ers Offense Shut Down in 28-18 Loss to the Kansas City Chiefs

Another 49ers loss to Kansas City and the concern is that Kyle Shanahan has yet to figure out Steve Spagnuolo’s defense in five years. Press man coverage and aggressive pressure led to three Brock Purdy interceptions as the 49ers fell yet again to KC.

Oct 20, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan reacts after the Kansas City Chiefs picked up a first down in the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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San Francisco 49ers 18, Kansas City Chiefs 28: Grades

The San Francisco 49ers just lost yet again to the Kansas City Chiefs, this time by a score of 28-18. Here are the 49ers' grades for this embarrassing performance.

Oct 20, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (11) walks on the field before the start of the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk Might Have a Torn ACL

Brandon Aiyuk exited the game against the Chiefs with a knee injury. The 49ers fear that it could be a torn ACL.

Oct 20, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) is tackled by Kansas City Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis (56) in the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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San Francisco 49ers vs. Kansas City Chiefs Week 7 Live Blog

This is the live blog for the San Francisco 49ers' Week 7 game against the Kansas City Chiefs. This is will be updated requently with information and analysis from the press box.

Feb 11, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (11) makes a catch against Kansas City Chiefs safety Mike Edwards (21) during overtime of Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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Key Factors to Watch in Chiefs vs 49ers

The 49ers get a chance to get revenge against the Chiefs in Week 7. What are the key matchups to watch and what needs to happen to see a Niners victory?

Feb 11, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) runs the ball against San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner (54) during Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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49ers-Chiefs Game Preview: Climbing The Mountain

George Kittle is ready and his teammates are pumped for an emotional matchup against the team that has owned the 49ers recently, the Kansas City Chiefs. Can the Niners finally climb the mountain? To get the win, they will need to play their best game of t

Oct 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr (1) after the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

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49ers WR Deebo Samuel is a "Trade Deadline Name to Watch" per Insider

Deebo Samuel apparently is a trade deadline name to watch according to The Athletic's Dianna Russini. Meaning the 49ers could trade him before the Nov. 5 trade deadline if they get the right offer.

Oct 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings (15) warms up before the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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49ers Rule Jauan Jennings Out Against the Chiefs

Not having wide receiver Jauan Jennings available against the Chiefs will sting the 49ers a bit.

May 10, 2024; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall (14) runs drills during the 49ers rookie minicamp at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, CA. Mandatory Credit: Robert Kupbens-Imagn Images

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How 49ers Rookie Ricky Pearsall can Help the Offense

49ers rookie wide receiver Ricky Pearsall will be active against the Chiefs in Week 7. Here is how he can help the offense.

Oct 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) before the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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No Timetable for Christian McCaffrey's Return per 49ers GM John Lynch

General manager John Lynch recently went on KNBR and was asked if Christian McCaffrey is any closer to returning from bilateral Achilles tendonitis. A few weeks ago, the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported that McCaffrey is expected to return in November.

Sep 9, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall (14) watches a game against the New York Jets from the sideline during the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

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49ers WR Ricky Pearsall Will Make NFL Debut Sunday vs. Chiefs

It hasn't been two full months since Ricky Pearsall got shot in the chest and already he looks ready to play. The 49ers will activate Pearsall for Sunday's game against the Chiefs. Kyle Shanahan confirmed this on Friday.

Feb 5, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) and Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) stand on stage together during Super Bowl LVIII Opening Night at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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49ers QB Brock Purdy Pays Homage to Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes

Everyone knows Patrick Mahomes is the best quarterback in the NFL. This is common knowledge. But some statistics indicate that Brock Purdy has been better than Mahomes this season. For example, Purdy is the highest-graded quarterback in the NFL.

Jul 25, 2024; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Nick Sorensen answers questions at a press conference following Day 3 of training camp at SAP Performance Facility. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

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49ers DC Nick Sorensen Discusses his Matchup with Chiefs HC Andy Reid

The Chiefs have a slight coaching advantage over the 49ers this week. In one corner, we have 49ers rookie defensive coordinator Nick Sorensen who has called for six games. In the other corner, we have Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid.

September 18, 2022; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers offensive line/run game coordinator Chris Foerster before the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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Chris Foerster Explains When the 49ers Will not Call Play Action

The 49ers have one of the best play-action-passing attacks in the league. But they haven't used it nearly as much this season as they have in the past because defenses have figured out how to discourage the 49ers from calling those plays.

Feb 6, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) is interviewed during a press conference before Super Bowl LVIII at the Hilton Lake Las Vegas Resort. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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49ers QB Brock Purdy Responds to Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo's Comments

Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo knows how to attack Brock Purdy's weaknesses, but never would acknowledge that they actually exist. So when he was asked this week about Purdy, it's no surprise that Spagnuolo said, "I can't find a weakness."

Oct 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers cornerback Renardo Green (0) before the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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The 49ers are Extremely Encouraged by Rookie Cornerback Renardo Green

The 49ers have to find a role for Renardo Green in their defense. That's what they learned last Thursday when he made his first career start against the Seahawks. He's too good to not play. He made a crucial interception in the fourth quarter.

Oct 10, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) passes against the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

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Brock Purdy is the Best Quarterback in This Statistical Category

There is one statistical category that 49ers' Brock Purdy is better at than anyone else at quarterback.

Oct 10, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings (15) returns to the locker room following early pregame warmups against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

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49ers WR Jauan Jennings Misses Practice, Unlikely to Play vs. Chiefs

It's starting to seem unlikely that Jauan Jennings will play Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs. Jennings missed practice again on Thursday with a hip injury he suffered last Thursday in Seattle according to head coach Kyle Shanahan.

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Kyle Shanahan Explains Why the 49ers have Decreased Play Action Passes

Brock Purdy is an elite play-action passer. Unfortunately for the 49ers, Kyle Shanahan hasn't called many play-action passes this season. Through six games, Purdy's play-action passer rating is an outstanding 120.