Wednesday, October 28, 2026

BREAKING: Jeffrey Simmons to the Bears - How it impacts the 49ers...

Larry Krueger reacts to Jeffery Simmons going to Chicago and explains what the Bears move means for San Francisco.

49ers News: Go… Panthers?

By Yinon Raviv

Yinon Raviv's daily Golden Nuggets roundup for Thursday starts with the bye week rooting math around the Panthers and Packers, then collects the trade deadline follow-up after the DeForest Buckner deal, including edge and receiver names linked to San Francisco, plus the release of cornerback Jones after Atlanta picked on him and a look at whether Seattle is the biggest threat to the 49ers in the NFC.

The Kansas City Chiefs have Signed Justin Tucker

Grant Cohn discusses Kansas City signing Justin Tucker and what the kicker addition means around the league.

49ers Could Make ANOTHER Trade - But Who's The Right Guy?

The Krueg Show asks whether the 49ers could make another trade before the deadline and who the right target would be for San Francisco.

49ers Should Make Another Trade

49ers Rush makes the case that San Francisco should make another trade and explains what kind of move the 49ers still need.

The 49ers Should Trade for Landon Dickerson

Grant Cohn argues the 49ers should trade for Landon Dickerson and explains why Dickerson is the target San Francisco should pursue next.

ROSTER MOVE WEDNESDAY - And what's to come

Jennifer Lee Chan walks through the Wednesday roster moves San Francisco made to make room for DeForest Buckner and previews what moves could come next.

The 49ers Are Trying a Very Unusual Roster Strategy

Gold Standard calls it an unusual strategy as San Francisco brings back multiple players from its 2019 Super Bowl roster, with the DeForest Buckner trade reuniting part of the core Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch built for that run.

Trading for Maxx Crosby is the WRONG move for the 49ers 👀

Jessie Naylor argues trading for Maxx Crosby is the wrong move for San Francisco, making her case as the 49ers weigh another deal after bringing DeForest Buckner back.

POWERPLAY: 49ers Welcome Back DeForest Buckner—How This TRADE Changes the Season

Locked On 49ers welcomes DeForest Buckner back after San Francisco traded a fourth-round pick to bring him to the Bay Area and asks how the trade changes the season and whether more moves are coming.

Roster Move: 49ers cut CB Jack Jones to make room for DeForest Buckner

TheSFNiners reports San Francisco cut cornerback Jack Jones to make room for DeForest Buckner on the roster.

Buckner Is Home. Tom Jensen Is Back. Let’s Talk 49ers

The Coach's Huddle talks 49ers with Tom Jensen back as a guest, leading with DeForest Buckner coming home to San Francisco and what his return means for the team.

What Did the Loss Really Reveal About the 49Ers?

The 49ers Collective breaks down San Francisco's loss and asks what it really revealed about the 49ers.

The Good and Not So Good about the 49ers' Trade for DeForest Buckner

Grant Cohn weighs the good and the not so good in San Francisco trading for DeForest Buckner, breaking down what the defensive tackle brings back to the 49ers and where the move falls short.

The 49ers Should Trade for Chargers Safety Derwin James

Grant Cohn makes the case for San Francisco to trade for Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James before the deadline.

49ers Must Fix Discipline Issues During Bye Week

San Francisco heads into the bye week at 6-1 after a deflating loss in Atlanta, where the 49ers played without their top four receivers and lost Christian McCaffrey for stretches, and the focus now turns to fixing discipline issues during the break.

Temp Check Week 7 - The 49ers Start to Cool Off

By Dan Evans

Dan Evans breaks down the 29-20 loss in Atlanta, where four turnovers, three pressures on 34 Michael Penix dropbacks and points on just three of nine trips into Falcons territory sent San Francisco into its bye week.

Defensive lineman? Check. Next on the 49ers' shopping list: wide receiver

With DeForest Buckner back to bolster the defensive line, San Francisco could look for outside help at wide receiver next ahead of the November 10 trade deadline.

Josh Downs trade request: Will the 49ers get involved with Colts WR?

Niners Wire asks whether San Francisco will get involved after Indianapolis Colts receiver Josh Downs requested a trade, with the 49ers still in the market for help at wide receiver before the deadline.

49ers officially announce DeForest Buckner trade, release veteran CB

Niners Wire reports the DeForest Buckner return is now official, with San Francisco announcing the trade for the defensive lineman from Indianapolis and releasing veteran cornerback Jack Jones to make room.

The 49ers Acquire DL DeForest Buckner

The 49ers announced they have acquired defensive lineman DeForest Buckner from the Indianapolis Colts for a 2027 fourth-round pick, and released cornerback Jack Jones to make room on the roster.

49ers officially announce DeForest Buckner trade, release CB

San Francisco officially announced its trade for DeForest Buckner, acquiring the defensive lineman from Indianapolis for a 2027 fourth-round draft pick and releasing cornerback Jack Jones.

The 49ers Could Trade for Maxx Crosby if the Raiders Keep Losing

SI.com lays out a scenario where San Francisco could trade for Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby if Las Vegas keeps losing.

IT IS OFFICIAL - DeForest Buckner is a 49er - roster moves ensue

Jennifer Lee Chan reports DeForest Buckner is officially a 49er again and walks through the roster moves that follow, including San Francisco releasing cornerback Jack Jones to clear the spot.

The 49ers' Next Big Move Could be a Maxx Crosby Mega Trade

Grant Cohn and Tyler LaRocca discuss whether San Francisco's next big move could be a mega trade for Maxx Crosby.

DeForest Buckner’s 49ers Return: Should The Niners Make Another Trade?

KNBR weighs DeForest Buckner's return to the 49ers and asks whether San Francisco should make another trade.

The 49ers Got Buckner Back… But They Might Not Be Done

The Coach's Huddle breaks down San Francisco getting DeForest Buckner back and makes the case the 49ers might not be done making moves.

49ers release struggling cornerback

By Kyle Posey

Kyle Posey reports the 49ers released cornerback Jack Jones, the struggling reserve whose spot opened the way for DeForest Buckner's return.

BREAKING: 49ers CUT Jack Jones to make room for DeForest Buckner...

David Lombardi reports the 49ers cut cornerback Jack Jones to make room for DeForest Buckner on the roster, clearing the spot created by Buckner's return from Indianapolis.

49ers TRADE RUMORS: Garrett Wilson, Brian Thomas Jr, Josh Sweat & More?!

Larry Krueger runs through the latest 49ers trade rumors ahead of the deadline, with Garrett Wilson, Brian Thomas Jr. and Josh Sweat among the names in play.

The 49ers Might Trade for Jonathan Taylor

Grant Cohn discusses how the San Francisco 49ers might trade for Jonathan Taylor and what a deal for the running back would mean before the deadline.

Explosive play rates: A tale of two sides for the 49ers

By Jason Aponte

Jason Aponte examines the 49ers explosive play rates, breaking down numbers that tell a tale of two sides for San Francisco.

After bringing back DeForest Buckner, will the 49ers make more trades?

Via ESPN, the 49ers addressed the defensive line by adding DeForest Buckner, and the question now is whether they will make more big moves to help the wide receiver room before the November trade deadline.

Tatum Bethune on Importance of Family, Work Mentality, and Growth | 49ers

Linebacker Tatum Bethune joins the 49ers series Cut Different, presented by Gillette, for a fresh cut and a conversation about family, his work mentality, and his growth.

Brock Purdy’s slump: Why the 49ers QB has struggled since Week 5, and what fixes it

By Doug Farrar

Doug Farrar breaks down why Brock Purdy has struggled since Week 5 and what could fix it, tracing a slump that has become the central question for the 49ers offense.

After trading for Buckner, will 49ers continue to be aggressive at the deadline?

By Nick Wagoner

Nick Wagoner asks whether San Francisco will stay aggressive at the trade deadline after addressing the defensive line by trading for DeForest Buckner.

49ers landing Garrett Wilson would be a STATEMENT to the entire NFL 👀

Jessie Naylor weighs whether landing Jets receiver Garrett Wilson would be the biggest statement of deadline week, comparing the DeForest Buckner trade that brought a familiar face back to San Francisco with Seattle adding Quenton Nelson and asking which team made the bigger statement.

Larry Krueger on DeForest Buckner’s Return to the 49ers and NFL Trade Deadline Moves

Larry Krueger breaks down DeForest Buckner returning to San Francisco and the other NFL trade deadline moves still in play.

The 49ers Could Trade for Raiders Defensive End Maxx Crosby

Grant Cohn discusses how the San Francisco 49ers could trade for Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby.

Can past midseason trades for the 49ers signal potential future trades?

By Jason Aponte

Jason Aponte looks back at past 49ers midseason trades and asks what that history signals about the deals San Francisco might still make before this deadline.

49ers' Brock Purdy drops in latest NFL QB rankings

Brock Purdy drops in the latest NFL quarterback rankings after Atlanta handed San Francisco its first loss of the season Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, a defeat that still leaves the 6-1 49ers atop the NFC West.

NFL QB rankings, Week 8: Joe Burrow, Caleb Williams hit season high; Patrick Mahomes slides

Nick Shook puts Joe Burrow and Caleb Williams at season highs in his Week 8 quarterback rankings, while Patrick Mahomes slides after a rough visit to the Pacific Northwest.

Guy Haberman Reacts to DeForest Buckner Returning to the 49ers | NFL Trade News

Guy Haberman reacts to DeForest Buckner returning to the 49ers, breaking down the trade that brings the defensive tackle back to San Francisco.

The Trade Market and Rumors Heat Up For The 49ers!

Jason Aponte looks at the trade market and the rumors heating up around the 49ers ahead of the NFL trade deadline, with John Lynch at the center of the discussion.

Steve Young on DeForest Buckner Coming Home & Brock Purdy’s Week 7 Performance

Steve Young weighs in on DeForest Buckner coming home to the 49ers and on Brock Purdy and his Week 7 performance.

Richard Sherman details what 49ers' DeForest Buckner trade means for NFC West

By Tristi Rodriguez

Richard Sherman sounds ready to rejoin the 49ers himself in his excitement over DeForest Buckner returning to San Francisco, and he details what the trade with the Indianapolis Colts means for the NFC West. The 49ers reunited with their former first-round pick on Tuesday.

DeForest Buckner responds to trade from Colts to 49ers

After six and a half seasons with the Indianapolis Colts, defensive tackle DeForest Buckner is returning to San Francisco, the team that picked him seventh overall out of Oregon in the 2016 NFL Draft. Buckner responds to the Tuesday trade that brings the All-Pro back to the 49ers.

Thoughts on 49ers acquiring DT DeForest Buckner from Colts for '27 fourth-round pick? | 'GMFB'

Good Morning Football grades the trade that sent DeForest Buckner from the Indianapolis Colts to San Francisco in exchange for a fourth-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.

DeForest Buckner reacts to trade back to 49ers

The 49ers brought back old friend DeForest Buckner in a trade with the Indianapolis Colts, and Niners Wire reports the veteran defensive tackle seems thrilled about the move.

Morning Report: Key Stats, Roster Updates, Warner Gives Back to Community

The 49ers.com Morning Report rounds up the latest San Francisco headlines, key stats and roster updates, and notes Warner giving back to the community.

49ers mailbag: What's the plan on the defensive line? Can DeForest Buckner make a difference? Should SF hold on to their 2027 draft picks?

This 49ers mailbag tackles the plan on the defensive line, whether DeForest Buckner can make a difference, and whether San Francisco should hold on to its 2027 draft picks. Buckner is back with the team where he spent the first four seasons of his NFL career.

The 49ers Want to Trade for Jets Wide Receiver Garrett Wilson

Grant Cohn says San Francisco wants to trade for Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson and breaks down a pursuit of the star receiver before the trade deadline.

49ers listed as a best fit for 4 potential trade candidates

By Kyle Posey

Kyle Posey works through ESPN's top 25 trade candidates and the four names listed as 49ers fits, Brian Thomas Jr., Josh Sweat, Jauan Jennings and Quentin Johnston, and weighs which ones would actually upgrade San Francisco and which ones would not.

Making the case for and against the 49ers to go all in

By Rohan Chakravarthi

Rohan Chakravarthi makes both sides of the all in argument after the DeForest Buckner trade. The case for is a wide open Super Bowl race and an aging core with few holes left, edge rusher at the top of the list. The case against is the draft capital it would cost and the reps it would take from Keion White and Mykel Williams.

It just got even BETTER for the 49ers — beyond DeForest Buckner…

David Lombardi says the news for San Francisco got even better beyond the DeForest Buckner trade, and he breaks down what else is now breaking in the 49ers favor.

49ers SMOKE Report 💨 Garrett Wilson rumors, Edge help on the way?

TheSFNiners smoke report checks the Garrett Wilson rumors and asks whether edge help is on the way for San Francisco before the trade deadline.

Buckner's neck injury story makes this 49ers TRADE hit different 👀

Jessie Naylor looks one day past the DeForest Buckner trade and says Buckner's neck injury story changes how the deal hits, then digs into what the move really means for San Francisco.

Buck Yeah! 49ers bring back DeForest Buckner in blockbuster deal! | 10/28/26

KNBR reacts to San Francisco bringing DeForest Buckner back in a blockbuster deal, breaking down the reunion and what it means for the 49ers defensive line.

Where else could the 49ers add after trading for DeForest Buckner?

By Rohan Chakravarthi

Rohan Chakravarthi looks past the DeForest Buckner reunion to where San Francisco could add next before the deadline, naming edge rusher with Maxx Crosby and Khalil Mack mentioned, cornerback depth after Jack Jones struggled as a reserve, and a younger wide receiver such as Josh Downs.

Buck Yeah! 49ers bring back DeForest Buckner in blockbuster deal! | 10/28/26

KNBR breaks down the 49ers bringing DeForest Buckner back to San Francisco in a blockbuster deal and what the reunion means for the defensive line.

The DeForest Buckner Trade Could be a Prelude to a Much Bigger 49ers Move

Grant Cohn argues the DeForest Buckner trade could be a prelude to a much bigger 49ers move before the deadline, not the final move itself.

49ers mailbag: Trade talks shouldn't stop with Buckner back

This Mercury News mailbag via Webzone argues Tuesday's trade for DeForest Buckner should not take the 49ers out of the trade market before the Nov. 10 deadline and takes questions on what San Francisco could still do.

DeForest Buckner Makes the 49ers Better, but Are They Super Bowl Ready?

John Lynch gets credit for bringing DeForest Buckner back for a 2027 fourth-round pick, but this Webzone analysis asks whether Buckner fixes a pass rush that recorded no sacks or quarterback hits against Atlanta and whether the 6-1 49ers are truly Super Bowl ready.

Party Like It's 2019: DeForest Buckner is Back

Chris and Kyle break down the DeForest Buckner trade, what his return means for the 49ers, and what move San Francisco could make next before the trade deadline.

DeForest Buckner trade: 49ers upgrade at bargain price from Colts

San Francisco sent a 2027 fourth-round pick to Indianapolis to bring All-Pro defensive tackle DeForest Buckner back, an upgrade up front at a bargain price for a player the 49ers once traded away.