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49ers Turn to Offseason as Kittle Targets 2026 Return and Mac Jones Draws Interest

The focus shifts to rehab timelines, depth retention, Mac Jones’ market, preparations for the No. 27 draft slot.

Overview

  • San Francisco’s 12–5 season ended with a 41–6 Divisional Round loss to the Seahawks, with John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan set to outline plans at Wednesday’s end-of-season press conference.
  • George Kittle confirmed a clean right-Achilles tear from the Wild Card win and said he is optimistic about returning at some point in 2026.
  • The team opened Fred Warner’s practice window this week as other key rehabs continue for players like Nick Bosa and Mykel Williams.
  • The 49ers signed 14 players to reserve/future contracts to carry practice-squad talent into 2026, including Darrick Forrest, Eli Apple and Adrian Martinez.
  • Backup quarterback Mac Jones, under contract for one more season, went 5–3 with 2,151 yards and 13 touchdowns and could attract trade inquiries from QB-needy teams.