San Francisco 49ers
NFC West | 12-5-0
Avg PTS
28.88
Rank: 3rd
Avg Yds
406.85
Rank: N/A
Avg PYds
268.6
Rank: 4th
Avg RYds
138.25
Rank: 3rd
Posted 7/26/2024 9:38 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers WR Deebo Samuel said he is willing to be a kick returner this season if the team ask him to fill that role at times.
Huddle Up: Samuel is a significant part of the 49ers offense, so he likely will not be asked to be a returner very often. He should be a weekly fantasy option in all leagues when healthy.
Posted 7/24/2024 8:21 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk (back, neck) will not participate in practice because of back and neck soreness, but head coach Kyle Shanahan said he understands that Aiyuk is holding in because of his contract situation.
Huddle Up: Aiyuk decided to report for the start of training camp but may not practice for a while unless he receives a contract extension or a trade. Fantasy players can continue to monitor the situation over the next few weeks to see where he will be playing this season. He will be a weekly starting option in fantasy leagues.
Posted 7/23/2024 11:30 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk reported for the start of training camp Tuesday, July 23, according to a source.
Huddle Up: Fantasy players can monitor the situation, but it appears like Aiyuk will be playing for the 49ers in 2024. He is coming off a terrific season and should have similar numbers this season. Aiyuk likely will be a weekly starting option in all leagues.
Posted 7/23/2024 6:43 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle told reporters on Tuesday, July 23, that his weight dropped to 214 pounds this offseason as he recovered from core muscle surgery. He has since returned to his normal playing weight of 243 pounds.
Huddle Up: That is a huge weight swing over the course of a few months, so fantasy managers could be forgiven if they choose to downgrade him a bit due to the likelihood of injury - especially considering he will turn 31 in October. With that said, few tight ends possess his upside. The best play for pro-Kittle managers is probably to pair him with a high-floor tight end such as Tyler Conklin in the later rounds. Even though he will be a hit-or-miss option, Kittle's upside keeps him firmly in the TE1 discussion.
Posted 7/23/2024 5:38 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk intends to report to the start of training camp despite his frustration over his contract situation, according to sources.
Huddle Up: We are unlikely to know if Aiyuk will be a "hold-in" or if he will fully participate in camp, but the good news is that it is much easier for the two sides to talk if the player is actually present and practicing with the team. Despite all the conjecture, it would still be shocking if the two sides fail to reach an agreement before the start of the season. Until further notice, Aiyuk should still be considered a rock-solid fantasy WR2.
Posted 7/20/2024 2:46 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk's agent was reportedly given permission to speak to other teams prior to the 2024 NFL Draft, to see if they would be willing to pay his client what he was looking for in a long-term deal. During an appearance on ESPN's "The Pat McAfee Show" Friday, July 19, ProFootballTalk.com's Mike Florio said that five NFL clubs wanted to meet his salary demands but none of those teams were able to work out a trade with the 49ers.
Huddle Up: Aiyuk has one year remaining on his rookie contract and is slated to earn $14.124 million in 2024 but it is unknown if he would consider a holdout if the Niners don't trade him or sign him to an extension. He is expected to command an annual salary of at least double that amount on a new deal. Aiyuk should be a weekly starting option in all fantasy leagues when he plays.
Posted 7/16/2024 10:26 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk recently received trade interest from the New England Patriots, but the Patriots were told he was not available at that time, according to a source.
Huddle Up: The Patriots do not have a No. 1 receiver on the roster, so Aiyuk would become the main option in the passing game if he joins New England. His value probably would take a small hit if the two sides agreed to a trade, but Aiyuk likely would still be a starting option in fantasy leagues.
Posted 7/16/2024 6:21 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk reportedly requested a trade on Tuesday, July 16, after a series of unsuccessful attempts to reach a contract extension. Per reports, the team has been unwilling to engage in negotiations despite a recent meeting between the two sides.
Huddle Up: According to sources, the 49ers have made it clear to inquiring teams they have no intention of trading him. For his part, Aiyuk has reportedly been seeking the same kind of money A.J. Brown, Amon-Ra St. Brown, DeVonta Smith and Jaylen Waddle were able to get on their new extensions this offseason. A trade request does not mean Aiyuk will be traded, nor does it mean San Francisco cannot get an extension done over the next few weeks. All it means one of the game's most complete receivers will remain in limbo until San Francisco decides it is ready to do business.
Posted 7/11/2024 6:15 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy led all qualified passers with 6.7 yards after catch per completion during the 2023 season, according to Pro Football Reference.
Huddle Up: While this might seem like just another piece of evidence that Purdy is simply riding the coattails of his teammates and their run-after-catch ability, it is also important to note Patrick Mahomes finished third at 6.4. The big difference is that Purdy's average pass yards per attempt was 9.6, while Mahomes' was 7.0. The 6.7 yards after catch per completion is just as much of a nod to head coach Kyle Shanahan's ability to put players such as Deebo Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk and George Kittle into positions where they can gain yards after the catch.
Posted 7/07/2024 1:17 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers rookie WR Ricky Pearsall has been used at multiple receiver positions in the offense but could make his biggest impact as a punt returner, in the opinion of ESPN.com's Nick Wagoner.
Huddle Up: Dynasty league owners should have him on their radar as a possible second-round selection in rookie drafts, although he may not contribute much outside of special teams for 2024 because San Francisco has no shortage of offensive weapons.
Posted 7/03/2024 12:48 am GMT
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk is not any closer to a contract extension with the 49ers despite meeting with the team last week, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo. Aiyuk has not asked for a trade request at this point.
Huddle Up: It looks like Aiyuk will be entering training camp without a new contract, so fantasy players will need to keep an eye on the situation to see if Aiyuk considers a hold out. He probably will remain with the 49ers this season and can be a starting option in all fantasy leagues.
Posted 6/30/2024 2:39 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is hoping to reduce the workload of RB Christian McCaffrey during the upcoming season so that he can remain healthy and continue performing at a high level. In 2023, McCaffrey played a higher percentage of his team's offensive snaps than any other NFL running back, including every offensive snap in three regular-season contests and all but 11 snaps in their three playoff games.
Huddle Up: The 28-year-old McCaffrey won Offensive Player of the Year honors in 2023 and is coming off his first NFL rushing title, making him the most likely candidate to be selected with the top overall pick in 2024 fantasy leagues. RB Elijah Mitchell, who is the No. 2 running back on the Niners' depth chart, missed six games last season but could help lighten McCaffrey's workload this year if he can avoid the injury bug.
Posted 6/26/2024 7:34 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk had a positive meeting with the 49ers Monday, June 24, and the 49ers plan on having Aiyuk play for them this season, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Aiyuk has not asked for a trade at this point.
Huddle Up: It seems like Aiyuk will play for the 49ers for at least one more season, but the two sides have time to reach a long-term agreement. He should be a weekly starting option in all fantasy leagues as long as he does not decide to hold out.
Posted 6/24/2024 8:08 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk is meeting with the 49ers Monday, June 24, according to ESPN's Ryan Clark.
Huddle Up: Aiyuk is seeking a long-term contract, but the team is not willing to match his asking price at this time. Fantasy players can monitor the situation to see if he will be playing for the 49ers or another team this season. He should still be a weekly starting option no matter where he plays.
Posted 6/20/2024 11:53 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy said he believes he has improved during offseason workouts because he is more experienced.
Huddle Up: Purdy has played well since entering the NFL and should have similar success this season. He has plenty of pass catchers to work with on the offense and can be a low-end No. 1 or a high-end No. 2 quarterback depending on the size of the fantasy league.
Posted 6/19/2024 7:47 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle (core) said he lost around 30 pounds this offseason after undergoing core muscle surgery but has started training again and feels close to full strength. He said he would like to add around 10 more pounds to feel like he is in playing shape.
Huddle Up: Kittle has been one of the most consistent tight ends over the last several years and will be a No. 1 fantasy tight end again in 2024 if he is healthy.
Posted 6/18/2024 10:28 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk is a player the 49ers wants to sign to an extension but are not willing to match his asking price at this point, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The negotiations are not believed to be dead at this point.
Huddle Up: Aiyuk has expressed frustration with his contract situation multiple times this offseason, but it seems like he will stay with the 49ers for at least one more season. He should be a weekly starting option in fantasy leagues no matter where he plays in 2024.
Posted 6/17/2024 6:03 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk told Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels over FaceTime that the 49ers "don't want me back" in a video that surfaced Monday, June 17. Aiyuk is currently seeking a new deal with the 49ers.
Huddle Up: That statement could have several meanings. He could mean the 49ers don't want to sign him to an extension. Either way, his future in San Francisco has become even more cloudy. Managers will want to monitor the situation, but if he's on the field, he's a rock solid WR2.
Posted 6/08/2024 12:41 am GMT
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk is scheduled to be fined for skipping the mandatory minicamp, and the team does not appear interested in forgiving the fines at this point, according to The Athletic's Matt Barrows.
Huddle Up: Aiyuk missed minicamp because of his contract situation, and it seems like the two sides are not close to an agreement at this time. Fantasy players will need to monitor the situation to see if Aiyuk reports for training camp or the team looks to trade him at some point. Aiyuk will be a starter no matter where he plays in 2024 and probably will be a starting option most weeks.
Posted 6/05/2024 2:08 am GMT
San Francisco 49ers WR Ricky Pearsall is "doing a really good job" and has "really impressed (the coaching staff)" with how he has looked during offseason work, according to head coach Kyle Shanahan.
"He's doing a really good job. He's got really good hands, so he always catches it. He's rarely going to have a drop. We're giving him a lot of reps, he's getting a lot of different routes, he's trying all the positions. We've been really impressed with how he's started off," Shanahan told The Athletic's David Lombardi.
Huddle Up: Pearsall is taking advantage of Brandon Aiyuk's absence and building early chemistry with Brock Purdy, who will almost certainly be his quarterback for the next several years. It may be too much to ask for him to be fantasy-relevant in 2024 with Aiyuk, Deebo Samuel, George Kittle and Christian McCaffrey all getting heavy volume, but dynasty leaguers should feel great about landing Pearsall in the early second round of rookie drafts.
Posted 6/04/2024 9:59 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk did not report for the start of the mandatory minicamp Tuesday, June 4, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Huddle Up: Aiyuk has been looking for a new contract or a trade this offseason and has decided not to take part in the minicamp this week. Fantasy players will need to monitor the situation to see if Aiyuk will report for training camp. He likely will be a weekly starting option in all fantasy leagues this upcoming season if he decides not to hold out.
Posted 6/04/2024 6:13 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey reportedly signed a two-year extension worth $38 million on Tuesday, June 4. McCaffrey will reportedly receive an additional $8 million over what he was scheduled to make in the first two years while adding $24 million in guarantees, according to sources.
Huddle Up: McCaffrey was set to become a free agent at the end of the 2025 season, so this deal likely ensures he will remain in the fantasy-friendly environment that is Kyle Shanahan's offense until his early 30s, The soon-to-be 28-year-old is coming off a season in which he won Offensive Player of the Year and his first rushing title. As has been the case multiple times in his career, McCaffrey is an easy choice to go No. 1 overall in fantasy drafts again this summer.
Posted 5/29/2024 9:54 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle (core) is recovering from offseason surgery but said he expects to be ready for the start of training camp.
Huddle Up: Kittle should continue to be a big part of the passing game for the 49ers this upcoming season and will be a weekly starting option in all fantasy leagues.
Posted 5/25/2024 1:28 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk is reportedly seeking a contract extension that is equal to or better than the one that Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown recently received, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. St. Brown's deal is expected to give him $28 million annually over a three-year period.
Huddle Up: Aiyuk has been holding out of the team's voluntary workouts due to disappointment over his current contract after asking for a trade earlier this offseason and may not report to the 49ers until the beginning of training camp. If he remains with San Francisco, he will be an integral part of their offense and should be viewed as a weekly starting option in all fantasy leagues.
Posted 5/22/2024 7:40 pm GMT
Updating a previous report, San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey's absence from organized team activities is not related to his contract situation, according to a source.
Huddle Up: McCaffrey likely will be on the field for the mandator minicamp in a few weeks, but fantasy players can keep an eye on the situation. He is one of the most valuable options in fantasy football and is a must-start option when healthy.
Posted 5/22/2024 12:02 am GMT
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk did not participate in the voluntary workout Tuesday, May 21.
Huddle Up: Aiyuk is looking for a new contract and did ask for a trade this offseason, so he may not report to the team until training camp. He will be one of the main options in the passing game if he remains with the 49ers and will be a weekly starting option in fantasy leagues.
Posted 5/08/2024 1:50 pm GMT
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk is still in the team's long-term plans as they try to sign him to a long-term deal.
Huddle Up: Aiyuk established himself as an elite receiver last year, and entering a contract year only supports his WR1 candidacy.
Posted 4/27/2024 5:38 pm GMT
Louisville RB Isaac Guerendo was selected by the San Francisco 49ers with the 129th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Huddle Up: Guerendo probably will not have a big role right away with Christian McCaffrey and Elijah Mitchell in front of him on the depth chart. Fantasy players can keep an eye on the situation, but Guerendo likely will not be selected in drafts outside keeper leagues.
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