The 49ers have been dealing with a lengthy injury list but players are gradually returning - among them, their star TE.

The San Francisco 49ers may have to find a fourth defensive coordinator in four years if Robert Saleh leaves to be a head coach.

Once again, there was a lot to like out of the NFC West this week. The Los Angeles Rams continue to be one of the best teams in the league, while the San Francisco 49ers had an impressive win. And let’s not forget about the cheat code that is Jaxon Smith-Njigba and his chemistry

This article was originally published on www.si.com/nfl/49ers as The San Francisco 49ers could be on the brink of a lineup change. During an early part of the San Francisco 49ers' win over the Atlanta Falcons, the team pulled their starting left guard, Connor Colby, in favor of Nick Zakelj.

Houston coach DeMeco Ryans will face his former boss San Francisco coach Kyle Shanahan for the first time Sunday when the Texans host the 49ers.

The NFC West didn't see their Week 7 action end until late Monday night, as the Seattle Seahawks played the final game of the week against the Houston Texans. Nothing changed in the standings, as three of the teams won their games, while the Arizona Cardinals lost their fifth consecutive game and remained in last place.

SANTA CLARA, Calif. – Today, the San Francisco 49ers announced a new investment in the team by Pete Briger Jr. and the Briger family, who have acquired a non-controlling, minority interest in the team. The deal, which was approved by the NFL at the League meeting on October 22, will drive organizational growth and enable new opportunities.

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) runs against Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kaden Elliss (55) in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025, in Santa Clara, Calif. Credit: AP/Kelley L Cox