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The Best Rookies in the N.F.L. This Season

Quarterback Jayden Daniels turned around a franchise, while two Giants standouts have given fans reasons for optimism.

The New York Times - 3h

Daniels and Nix will become a rare rookie QB duo to start in the same postseason

The impressive feats from the 2024 rookie quarterback class will carry over into the postseason

ABC News - 1d

49ers interview Saleh, Townsend for defensive coordinator job

The San Francisco 49ers completed interviews with two external candidates for the open defensive coordinator job.

Yahoo Sports - 1h

49ers plan to release Hargrave but not Deebo

The 49ers said Wednesday they plan to release defensive tackle Javon Hargrave with a post-June 1 designation, but that wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. is not going anywhere.

ESPN - 4h

49ers motivated to get Purdy's deal done quickly

49ers general manager John Lynch, coach Kyle Shanahan and quarterback Brock Purdy have made it clear that they intend to reach an agreement with the hope that it will be done sooner than later.

ESPN - 20h

San Francisco Gets a New Mayor and an Emergency Plan for the Fentanyl Scourge

Daniel Lurie, an heir to the Levi Strauss fortune, became the city’s 46th mayor on Wednesday and laid out a path to restoring the battered city’s luster.

The New York Times - 22h

Lynch confirms 49ers' plan to release Hargrave in offseason

John Lynch confirmed the San Francisco 49ers' plan to release defensive tackle Javon Hargrave after June 1.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Source: Sorensen out as DC amid 49ers' revamp

The 49ers removed Nick Sorensen from his role as defensive coordinator Tuesday night but hope to retain him in a different post, a source said.

ESPN - 1d

Justin Verlander, Giants agree to deal: Veteran pitcher heading to San Francisco for 20th season, per report

The future Hall of Famer is heading to the Giants on a $15 million deal

CBS Sports - 1d

Warner jokes Purdy will buy chains, cars with expected 49ers contract

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner made fun of teammate Brock Purdy over the potentially massive contract extension the quarterback may sign this offseason.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

2024 Patriots Stock Watch: Drake Maye shines, rookie WRs disappoint

What should we take away from the 2024 Patriots season? Our Patriots insiders Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry reveal their Stock Up and Stock Down picks.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Identifying what went wrong for 49ers in disastrous 2024 season

Matt Maiocco identifies the reasons, for which there were many, as to what went wrong for the San Francisco 49ers in 2024.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Eagles rookie Jeremiah Trotter Jr. shines in first start, makes father proud

Trotter Jr. had 11 tackles in first start

CBS Sports - 2d

Greenlaw's 49ers future in doubt after ominous social media posts

Dre Greenlaw's future with the San Francisco 49ers is in doubt after social media posts hinted at the linebacker's possible departure in free agency.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Ranking every first-round rookie from the 2024 NFL Draft after their debut season in the league

Where does your team's first-round pick from 2024 rank after his rookie campaign?

CBS Sports - 2d

Can Daniel Lurie, San Francisco’s New Major, Make the City Shine Again?

Daniel Lurie, an heir to the Levi Strauss fortune, will soon take the helm of the liberal mecca. “Resistance” to Donald Trump isn’t on his agenda.

The New York Times - 2d

Could 49ers firing Schneider signal a fresh start for Moody?

Matt Maiocco breaks down what the San Francisco 49ers firing special teams coordinator Brian Schneider on Monday could mean for struggling kicker Jake Moody.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

San Francisco 49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall says he forgives the teen who shot him

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall said he forgives the teenager who shot and wounded him and hopes to talk to the teen someday.

NBC News - 2d

Grading NFL rookie QBs, other young signal-callers in 2024: Jayden Daniels, Bryce Young finish with top marks

The final 2024 regular-season grades for first- and second-year quarterbacks

CBS Sports - 2d

Purdy wants likely 49ers contract extension done quickly, quietly

San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy is heading into his impending 49ers contract extension negotiations with heightened urgency.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

The All-Rookie Fantasy Football Team for 2024: Brian Thomas Jr., plus the best rookies at every position

Why Thomas found so much success with the Jaguars in year one

CBS Sports - 2d

Rockets assign Reed Sheppard to G League as rookie's minutes dwindle in Houston

The No. 3 pick in the draft is going to get some run with the Rio Grande Valley Vipers

CBS Sports - 3d

Another sign 49ers' 2025 schedule should help them bounce back

The San Francisco 49ers' 2025 schedule provides reason for hope following a disappointing 2024 season.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Report: Jets request interview with 49ers QB coach Griese

The New York Jets reportedly want to interview another San Francisco 49ers assistant for their vacant head coach position.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

What Dobbs seeks in free agency after historic 49ers start

Joshua Dobbs simply wants a chance to compete for a starting quarterback job or the primary backup role, and it's unclear if the 49ers offer him that opportunity.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Milestones, chaos and hope: Inside Caleb Williams' tumultuous rookie season as Bears QB

Williams set records for passing -- and sacks. He had 2 OCs and head coaches, but he's excited about the future. Here's why.

ESPN - 3d

Where 49ers will pick in 2025 NFL Draft after season-ending loss

Here's where the 49ers will pick in the 2025 NFL Draft after San Francisco's disappointing campaign ended with a 47-24 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Raiders TE Brock Bowers tops Malik Nabers to retake NFL rookie reception record

Brock Bowers hauled in his 110th reception of the season on Sunday afternoon in their matchup with the Chargers.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Jennings ejected from 49ers-Cardinals game for two fights

For the second consecutive game, Jauan Jennings was involved in altercations with opposing defensive backs. This time, he was ejected.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Rookie Malik Nabers sets Giants' single-season record for catches vs. Eagles in Week 18

Nabers has had a superb start to his NFL career

CBS Sports - 4d

Eagles rookie WR Ainias Smith scores first TD on pass from Tanner McKee

With the Eagles resting most of their starters in the regular-season finale, Eagles No. 3 quarterback Tanner McKee starts strong vs. Giants.

ESPN - 4d

Seahawks prank rookie Byron Murphy II with fake $156K dinner receipt

The meal was still more expensive than some people's salaries.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Kings rookie Devin Carter to make NBA debut Friday vs. Grizzlies, who employ his father as an assistant coach

Carter, the No. 13 pick in the 2024 draft, had shoulder surgery in July

CBS Sports - 6d

49ers star Deebo reveals his votes for NFL MVP, OPOY awards

San Francisco 49ers star wide receiver Deebo Samuel revealed his votes for NFL MVP and Offensive Player of the Year.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 2

2024 NFL All-Rookie Team: CBS Sports unveils league's best first-year players

Commanders' Jayden Daniels, Raiders' Brock Bowers, Eagles' shutdown cornerbacks headline list

CBS Sports - Jan. 2

Why Whitner believes 49ers made mistake playing Purdy vs. Lions

Donte Whitner explains why the 49ers made a mistake playing quarterback Brock Purdy in San Francisco's 40-34 loss to the Detroit Lions on Monday night at Levi's Stadium.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 2