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Sep 7, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh, left, and head coach Kyle Shanahan, right, exit the locker room during pregame warmups against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

3 49ers who need to step up against the Saints in Week 2

Parker Hurley

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Sep 13, 2025

Aug 16, 2025; Paradise, Nevada, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones (10) warms up before a preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

2 Facets the 49ers Must Prepare Mac Jones for Against the Saints

Jose Sanchez

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Sep 13, 2025

Jul 24, 2025; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones (10) throws a pass during drills on the second day of training camp. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

What to expect from Mac Jones in his 49ers debut

Henry Cheal

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Sep 13, 2025

Aug 9, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones (10) drops back to pass in the first quarter against the Denver Broncos at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

How 49ers can get the most out of Mac Jones while Brock Purdy is out

Conor Wayland

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Sep 13, 2025

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Believe in Mac Jones to exceed expectations in Week 2 against the Saints.

49ers vs. Saints Best NFL Prop Bets and Anytime Touchdown Scorer Picks for NFL Week 2

Iain MacMillan

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Sep 13, 2025

Sep 7, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Brian Robinson Jr. (3) dances before player introductions against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

One 49ers Player Who Needs to Improve Against the Saints

Jose Sanchez

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Sep 13, 2025

Jul 23, 2025; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers defensive end Mykel Williams (98) works on a blocking drill during the first day of training camp at SAP Performance Facility. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

Why this advanced stat about Mykel Williams is misleading 49ers fans

Parker Hurley

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Sep 13, 2025

Sep 8, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Detailed view of the New Orleans Saints football helmet before the game against the Carolina Panthers during the pregame at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Saints Biggest Week 2 Breakout Candidate

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Sep 13, 2025

Sep 7, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan walks along the sidelines during the fourth quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

49ers Offensive Player Calls Week 1 Performance ‘Rusty’

Henry Cheal

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Sep 13, 2025

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers (89) against the Arizona Cardinals during a preseason NFL game at State Farm Stadium.

Brock Bowers Questionable And 7 More Week 2 Fantasy Football Injury Updates

Mark Morales-Smith

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Sep 13, 2025

The 49ers' offensive line ranking will surprise fans

Parker Hurley

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Sep 12, 2025

Aug 23, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore questions a play call against the Denver Broncos during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

3 Bold Predictions For Saints-49ers Week 2 Match Up

Zach Pressnell

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Sep 12, 2025

Why the 49ers have no excuses against the Saints

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Sep 12, 2025

Sep 7, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) looks on during the first half against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

Saints-49ers Bold Prediction Will Anger New Orleans

Patrick McAvoy

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Sep 12, 2025

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall (14) catches a pass during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at Levi's Stadium.

Why Ricky Pearsall Will Dominate the Next Few Weeks in Weekly & NFL DFS Leagues

Jason Sarney

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Sep 12, 2025

Sep 7, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams (71) dances before player introductions against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

3 Injured 49ers Starters are Poised to Play Against the Saints

Jose Sanchez

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Sep 12, 2025

Sep 7, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) runs the ball during the first half against San Francisco 49ers at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

What the 49ers must do to beat the Saints in Week 2

Tom Jensen

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Sep 12, 2025

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0) runs with the ball against the Green Bay Packers during the second quarter at Lambeau Field.

Week 2 DFS Core Players: Jahmyr Gibbs, CeeDee Lamb, And 3 More Must-Starts

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Sep 12, 2025

Sep 7, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) looks to pass during the second quarter at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

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