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Eastern Washington University, Communications major with a minor in Sports Management. Sportswriter and lifelong fan for the 49ers and Sacramento Kings at The Lead. Been writing my whole life and have loved all things sports! Never satisfied and always looking to do better!

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Sep 22, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) breaks away from Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Kobie Turner (91) for a first down in the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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What Will It Take for the 49ers to Win in Week 1?

The San Francisco 49ers open the 2026 NFL season with a crucial Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams in Australia. For...

September 4, 2026
Aug 20, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) throws the ball against the Los Angeles Chargers in the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Brock Purdy is the Most Misvalued Quarterback in Fantasy Football

Whether starting his NFL career as Mr. Irrelevant in the 2022 NFL Draft or constantly being labeled as a “system quarterback”, Brock Purdy...

August 28, 2026
Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson (97) runs onto the field for players introduction before the Thanksgiving game against Green Bay Packers at Ford Field in Detroit on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025.
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Who Will Take Home NFL Awards at the End of Next Season?

Throughout many NFL players’ careers, the media and fans often critique them based on how many awards they have received and lump all-time...

August 21, 2026
Aug 13, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Kurtis Rourke (14) throws a pass to San Francisco 49ers wide receiver De'zhaun Stribling (15) during a game against the Tennessee Titans in the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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What Did the 49ers’ First Preseason Game Teach Fans?

On August 13th, the San Francisco 49ers faced the Tennessee Titans for their Week 1 preseason game. The matchup followed a joint practice...

August 17, 2026
Jan 17, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) throws downfield against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half in an NFC Divisional Round game at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images
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Brock Purdy Among 49ers Who Must Step Up After Injury Wave

During this year’s NFL training camp, the San Francisco 49ers are already back in their midseason form with the injury bug. Multiple key...

August 10, 2026
Jan 4, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) scrambles with the ball as Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Nick Herbig (51) cases during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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The NFL’s Four Best Current Rivalries Heading Into 2026

Every NFL season produces a handful of games that transcend fandom. The rivalry, the stakes and the matchup are simply too good to...

July 30, 2026
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Ranking the 10 Greatest Players in San Francisco 49ers History

Ranking the top 10 NFL players of all time is no easy task. Different eras, positions and accolades make comparisons difficult. Narrowing it...

July 26, 2026
Nov 30, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars running back Bhayshul Tuten (33) runs with the ball against the Tennessee Titans during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images
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Which Running Backs Will Outperform Their Fantasy Football ADP?

With the 2026-2027 NFL campaign drawing near, fantasy football managers are eagerly waiting for draft season to begin. And every year, many wonder...

July 19, 2026
Jul 24, 2025; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers defensive ends Nick Bosa (97) and Mykel Williams (98) work on their pass rushing skills during the second day of training camp. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images
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Who Are the Players to Watch During 49ers Training Camp?

During the NFL offseason, fans and media around the league finally get the opportunity to see how teams will operate in the upcoming...

July 13, 2026
Nov 30, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) reacts during the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
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The 49ers Need to Trade for Maxx Crosby to Get Over the Hump

For the past half decade now, the San Francisco 49ers have had trouble multiple times when it comes to getting over the hump...

July 6, 2026
Mar 26, 2026; San Jose, CA, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks guard Darius Acuff Jr. (5) shoots past Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) in the second half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the West Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at SAP Center. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images
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Darius Acuff Jr. Brings Needed Optimism to Sacramento Kings’ Future

During the 2026 NBA Draft, the Sacramento Kings held the seventh overall pick. When the time came to make their selection, the Kings...

June 25, 2026
Jan 17, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) is pressured by Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy II (91) during the second half in an NFC Divisional Round game at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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These Games Will Make or Break the 49ers’ 2026 Season

The San Francisco 49ers’ 2025-26 season ended with a blowout loss to the rival Seattle Seahawks in the divisional round.  Moving on from...

June 19, 2026
Dec 28, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) runs against the San Francisco 49ers in the second half at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images
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Which Wide Receivers Will Be Fantasy Football Breakouts?

After the conclusion of the 2025-2026 NFL season, there are only a few things for fans to look forward to. That includes the...

June 9, 2026
Mar 15, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings Dylan Cardwell (32), Daeqwon Plowden (29), Maxine Raynaud (42), and Nique Clifford (5) pump up the crowd before lighting the beam after defeating the Utah Jazz at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images
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Sacramento Kings 2026 NBA Draft Preview

The Sacramento Kings had a low bar going into the 2026 season. Oddsmakers projected them to win 35 games, but they could not...

June 1, 2026