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.