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nbcsportsbayarea.comWhere 49ers sit in NFL power rankings entering their Week 8 bye after sloppy first loss to FalconsHere is where the San Francisco 49ers sit in the NFL Week 8 power rankings after their loss to the Atlanta Falcons.

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After tonight's Monday Night Football clash, @wirthtm.bsky.social shares his updated NFL power rankings entering Week 8

nbcsportsbayarea.com49ers kicker Eddy Piñeiro receives vote of confidence from the team amid his recent strugglesEddy Piñeiro is struggling during the 2026 NFL season, but the San Francisco 49ers are not ready to make a change at kicker yet.

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The 49ers appear to be sticking with Eddy Piñeiro despite his recent struggles

nbcsportsbayarea.comKyle Shanahan provides 'optimistic' update on 49ers star Christian McCaffrey's hamstring injuryKyle Shanahan sounded relieved that the injury-ravaged San Francisco 49ers will be much healthier when they return from their bye week.

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Kyle Shanahan shared an "optimistic" injury update on Christian McCaffrey -- and revealed which players could return after the bye week (via @jenniferleechan.bsky.social)

nbcsportsbayarea.com49ers reportedly prepared to be 'very active' on trade market before NFL's Nov. 10 deadlineDespite leading the way in the NFC West with a 6-1 record, the San Francisco 49ers reportedly are looking to make moves before the trade deadline.

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One NFL insider would be "shocked" if the 49ers don't make a trade before the deadline 👀

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nbcsportsbayarea.comChristian McCaffrey shares injury update after leg 'died' on him in first half of 49ers' lossChristian McCaffrey wasn't the same when he returned from an early thigh injury in the San Francisco 49ers' loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.

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Christian McCaffrey shared an encouraging initial update on his thigh injury after the 49ers' loss

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What went wrong? Where does San Francisco go from here? @mattmaiocco.bsky.social, Kylen Mills and Rod Brooks break down the loss to the Falcons on 49ers Now, streaming here at 3 p.m. PT: inyurl.com/bdzjdnj5

nbcsportsbayarea.comNFL adjusts the start time of the Week 9 clash between the 49ers and Raiders at Levi's StadiumThe NFL moved the start time of the Week 9 game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Las Vegas Raiders at Levi's Stadium.

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The NFL moved the Week 9 49ers vs. Raiders game into its featured national afternoon window (via @mattmaiocco.bsky.social)

nbcsportsbayarea.com49ers' Pro Football Focus grades from the Week 7 loss to the Falcons show where team struggledThe Pro Football Focus grades from the San Francisco 49ers' Week 7 loss to the Atlanta Falcons highlight where the team struggled.

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The 49ers' PFF grades show where things went wrong in the loss to the Falcons (via @jenniferleechan.bsky.social)

nbcsportsbayarea.comESPN's Bill Barnwell proposes intriguing 49ers defensive tackle deal before trade deadlineESPN's Bill Barnwell proposed a trade for the San Francisco 49ers to make with the Nov. 10 deadline quickly approaching.

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Bill Barnwell proposed an intriguing move for the 49ers to make before the Nov. 10 trade deadline 🤔

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Christian McCaffrey wasn't the same when he returned from an early thigh injury, but believes he will be OK

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nbcsportsbayarea.comKyle Shanahan, 49ers to discuss kicker situation after Eddy Piñeiro misses another PAT vs. FalconsThe San Francisco 49ers will be faced with a difficult conversation ahead of their Week 8 bye as Eddy Piñeiro continues to miss kicks.

The 49ers will discuss their kicking situation over the bye week as Eddy Piñeiro continues to struggle 😬

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nbcsportsbayarea.com49ers star George Kittle refuses to use injuries as excuse for loss to Falcons in Week 7 upsetAs the San Francisco 49ers lose their first game of the season, star tight end George Kittle refuses to use the team's injury issue as an excuse.

"There's no excuses, it's the NFL." George Kittle spoke plainly when asked about using injuries as an excuse for the 49ers' loss to the Falcons 😳

nbcsportsbayarea.comJordan Watkins steps up for injured wide receivers as bright spot in 49ers' otherwise ugly lossSecond-year 49ers receiver Jordan Watkins delivered in the absence of five starting wideouts in San Francisco's Week 7 game on Sunday.

In the absence of five starting 49ers receivers, Jordan Watkins stepped up as a bright spot despite today's loss (via @jenniferleechan.bsky.social)

nbcsportsbayarea.comGrades for Brock Purdy, 49ers' turnover-laden first loss of 2026 NFL season to Falcons in AtlantaMatt Maiocco hands out the team grades for a Week 7 game in Atlanta that the San Francisco 49ers let slip through their fingers.

The 49ers know they let one slip through their fingers. @mattmaiocco.bsky.social hands out team grades for a mistake-laden loss to the Falcons.

nbcsportsbayarea.com49ers QB Brock Purdy explains important lessons learned from two costly interceptions vs. FalconsSan Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy detailed his thought process during his two interceptions in the 49ers' loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.

Brock Purdy explained what lessons he learned after throwing two costly interceptions in today's loss to the Falcons

"Just really frustrating." Christian McCaffrey shared an injury update after his leg "died" on him in the 49ers' loss

Kyle Shanahan shared the 49ers will have a conversation on the plane ride home after Eddy Piñeiro's kicking struggles continued today 😬

nbcsportsbayarea.comWhat we learned as depleted 49ers sloppy, undisciplined vs. Falcons in first loss of 2026 NFL seasonBrock Purdy threw two picks, the 49ers lost two fumbles and Christian McCaffrey was limited as San Francisco sustained its first loss of the season.

The undefeated dream is over. @mattmaiocco.bsky.social delivers the takeaways from the 49ers' sloppy, undisciplined loss to the Falcons.

🚨 Christian McCaffrey is questionable to return with a thigh injury Tap to read more: bit.ly/3Wa3buM

nbcsportsbayarea.com49ers vs. Falcons live updates: Brock Purdy without top target Mike Evans in Week 7 matchupFollow NBC Sports Bay Area's live updates from the San Francisco 49ers' Week 7 game against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

The 49ers have announced their inactive players for today's game. Follow along here for the latest updates from Atlanta throughout the day.

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nbcsportsbayarea.com49ers reportedly could pursue a DeForest Buckner trade with the Colts before the NFL deadlineThe San Francisco 49ers reportedly could decide to make a run at trading for Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner.

The 49ers reportedly could make a run at trading for DeForest Buckner before the Nov. 10 trade deadline 👀

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nbcsportsbayarea.comFive important players to watch for injury-ravaged, undefeated 49ers vs. Bijan Robinson, FalconsWith Mike Evans unlikely to play in Atlanta on Sunday, the San Francisco 49ers will need the rest of the roster to step up against the Falcons.

It's going to take everyone 😬 However, @mattmaiocco.bsky.social identifies five key 49ers players to watch in today's Week 7 game vs. the Falcons

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nbcsportsbayarea.comWhat D-line coach Kris Kocurek told 49ers rookie Gracen Halton after breakout game vs. SeahawksSan Francisco 49ers rookie Gracen Halton spoke to NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco to reflect on his breakout game against the Seattle Seahawks.

Gracen Halton told @mattmaiocco.bsky.social the message Kris Kocurek had after the rookie's breakout game against the Seahawks

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nbcsportsbayarea.comKyle Shanahan makes shocking admission about player injury availability for 49ers' Week 7 matchupThe San Francisco 49ers have handled business despite injury issues. This week, that might be a problem.

Kyle Shanahan admitted that the 49ers' injury woes might actually be a problem on Sunday 😬

nbcsportsbayarea.comShorthanded 49ers activate veteran wide receiver Christian Kirk for Week 7 game vs. FalconsThe San Francisco 49ers activated wide receiver Christian Kirk off injured reserve ahead of their Week 7 game vs. the Atlanta Falcons.

Christian Kirk officially will make his 49ers debut on Sunday against the Falcons 🙌 (via @mattmaiocco.bsky.social)

nbcsportsbayarea.comNFL fines 49ers star linebacker Fred Warner $65K for two plays in Week 6 win over CommandersFred Warner received two hefty fines from the San Francisco 49ers' Week 6 win over the Washington Commanders.

Fred Warner took a couple of sizable hits to his wallet for two big hits in the 49ers' win over the Commanders (via @mattmaiocco.bsky.social)

nbcsportsbayarea.comTrent Williams won't rule out the possibility of playing long enough to make the 49ers' 10-year wallTrent Williams discussed his NFL longevity and the possibility of reaching the 10-year milestone with the San Francisco 49ers.

"Never say never." Trent Williams won't rule out playing long enough to earn a spot in the 49ers' 10-year club 👀 (via @jenniferleechan.bsky.social)

nbcsportsbayarea.com49ers must weigh the urgency of their wide receiver need before the NFL's Nov. 10 trade deadlineThe San Francisco 49ers must evaluate their wide receiver position ahead of the NFL's November 10 trade deadline.

While the 49ers continue to evaluate their wide receiver depth before the trade deadline, @mattmaiocco.bsky.social believes a move for Brian Thomas Jr. could make sense

49ers rookie D-lineman Gracen Halton shared with @mattmaiocco.bsky.social his humble response to coach Kris Kocurek's praise after his breakout game

nbcsportsbayarea.comKyle Shanahan explains interesting, sometimes-viral play-calling dynamic with 49ers QB Brock PurdySan Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan details his communication with QB Brock Purdy in-game, from the play call to off-script decisions.

Kyle Shanahan explained his viral play-calling relationship with 49ers QB Brock Purdy to @mattmaiocco.bsky.social Watch the full interview on "49ers Game Plan," airing NOW on NBC Sports Bay Area

nbcsportsbayarea.comKyle Shanahan identifies the biggest challenge in facing star Falcons running back Bijan RobinsonThe San Francisco 49ers' defense will have a formidable task in trying to restrict star Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson.

Kyle Shanahan told @mattmaiocco.bsky.social what makes facing Falcons star Bijan Robinson so difficult. Catch the full interview tonight on "49ers Game Plan," airing at 11:30 p.m. PT on NBC Sports Bay Area

Kyle Shanahan made a stunning admission about the 49ers' player availability this weekend 😳

nbcsportsbayarea.comKyle Shanahan states Nick Bosa was a 'little too optimistic' about returning from injury in Week 7Despite previously saying he would be available for Week 7's game against the Atlanta Falcons, Nick Bosa is still sidelined with a calf injury.

Kyle Shanahan believes Nick Bosa was "too optimistic" in thinking he'd be back on the field for Week 7

nbcsportsbayarea.comWhat the scariest part about the 49ers' undefeated start is, according to ESPN analyst Marcus SpearsEven with all the injuries, the San Francisco 49ers have found ways to win, and there's nothing more frightening than that.

ESPN's Marcus Spears pinpoints the scariest part about the undefeated 49ers

How will Mike Evans' absence impact San Francisco's offense? Kylen Mills, @jenniferleechan.bsky.social and @rodbrookstv.bsky.social address the latest injury report on "49ers Now," streaming here at 3 p.m.: bit.ly/4i3T8jy

nbcsportsbayarea.comMike Evans, Nick Bosa ruled out, won't travel for the undefeated 49ers' Week 7 game against FalconsMike Evans will miss his first game of the season, while Nick Bosa will sit out a fifth consecutive game for the San Francisco 49ers.

Mike Evans and Nick Bosa are out for Sunday's game in Atlanta. @mattmaiocco.bsky.social delivers the 49ers' injury report.

With Mike Evans and Nick Bosa likely out for Sunday's game, the 49ers need others to step up. @mattmaiocco.bsky.social identifies five players to watch against the Falcons.

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nbcsportsbayarea.comJohn Lynch shares cautiously optimistic Mike Evans injury status for 49ers vs. Falcons Week 7 gameSan Francisco 49ers' John Lynch shared a cautiously optimistic injury update for receiver Mike Evans before their Week 7 game at the Atlanta Falcons.

John Lynch seems to be cautiously optimistic that Mike Evans will be ready to go for Week 7 against the Falcons 🤔

nbcsportsbayarea.comStatus of two 49ers stars in doubt for Falcons showdown after missing Thursday's practiceWide receiver Mike Evans and edge rusher Nick Bosa might not be available for the San Francisco 49ers' game against the Atlanta Falcons.

The 49ers might be without two of their biggest stars against the Falcons on Sunday (via @jenniferleechan.bsky.social)

nbcsportsbayarea.comWhy general manager John Lynch isn't worried about the 49ers' offense amid wide receiver injuriesJohn Lynch shared details about the San Francisco 49ers' approach at the trade deadline amid a rash of injuries to multiple position groups.

John Lynch is confident the 49ers' offense still is dangerous despite an injury-plagued wide receiver room 🙌

John Lynch provided a cautiously optimistic update on Mike Evans' Achilles injury

nbcsportsbayarea.com49ers star Christian McCaffrey would 'love' a Running Back University with Falcons' Bijan RobinsonSan Francisco 49ers star Christian McCaffrey explained why he would love to start a Running Back University with Atlanta Falcons' Bijan Robinson.

Christian McCaffrey explained why he would love to start a Running Back University with Falcons RB Bijan Robinson 🤝

nbcsportsbayarea.comWhat 49ers star Christian McCaffrey learned from working out with Falcons RB Bijan RobinsonMcCaffrey has a lot of respect for Bijan Robinson.

Christian McCaffrey revealed what he learned from training with Falcons star Bijan Robinson this offseason 💪

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nbcsportsbayarea.comEx-Kyle Shanahan player shares surprising reason why 49ers coach never will win a Super BowlWhy San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan's former player declares the offensive mastermind will never win a Super Bowl.

One of Kyle Shanahan's former players delivered a hot take about the 49ers coach's future 😳

nbcsportsbayarea.comWhy 49ers star Fred Warner views Falcons RB Bijan Robinson as 'huge problem' ahead of first matchupSan Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner explained the difficulty defending Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson before their Week 7 matchup.

Fred Warner explained the Bijan Robinson quality that makes him a "huge problem" for the 49ers 👀

nbcsportsbayarea.comKyle Shanahan explains viral clip where Brock Purdy yells at him in 49ers' win vs. CommandersSan Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan addresses viral interaction with quarterback Brock Purdy on 'Monday Night Football'.

Kyle Shanahan explained the real reason Brock Purdy yelled at him during MNF 😅

“The over-aggressive play calls always get him in trouble.” One former Kyle Shanahan player declared the 49ers coach will never win a Super Bowl 😳