T hrough 12 weeks, there had not been much reason to be concerned with third-round rookie Nick Martin’s lack of playing time. However, with the San Francisco 49ers recent signing of Eric Kendricks, it may finally tell us that the team is not high on what Martin has done so far.

If the 49ers make the playoffs McCaffrey might start to feel the effects of the 400-plus touches he’s on pace for, but that’s a concern for down the road.

Some see a Brandon Aiyuk trade as still being viable, although the possibility of a 49ers release remains. More at PFR.

The San Francisco 49ers didn’t play great, but they managed to snag a win in a game they needed to have to keep their spot in the NFC playoff picture.

The 49ers and Panthers are in the thick of the NFC playoff race. USA TODAY Sports provided updates, highlights and more from "Monday Night Football."

Thanks in large part to a stellar defense and a workhorse performance by Christian McCaffrey, the 49ers were able to overcome a bad night by Brock Purdy to defeat Bryce Young and the Panthers on Monday night.

The Carolina Panthers face the San Francisco 49ers on Monday, Nov. 24, 2025 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

It's the Thanksgiving holiday season, so this is the perfect time to reflect on three San Francisco 49ers players who have stepped up and played major roles thi