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49ers mailbag: Dissecting defensive doom, Shanahan’s fate
An extensive mailbag ushers the 49ers (5-5) into their Week 12 preparations for Sunday's visit to the Green Bay Packers (7-3).
Joe Mixon, Texans hand Cowboys their 5th straight loss
Mixon runs for 109 yards and three touchdowns, Derek Barnett returns a fumble 28 yards for a score and Houston never trails in a 34-10 win. Dallas QB Cooper Rush drops to 0-2 filling in for injured Dak Prescott.
Rams’ young offensive linemen continue to take steps forward
Coach Sean McVay was happy with pass protections and with some efficiency in the running game against the Patriots, even if he believes there’s still room for growth.
49ers expect Kittle back at practice, will evaluate Bosa throughout the week
The 49ers assessed their wounded Monday and went over what went wrong in fourth quarter of loss to Seattle.
49ers report card: Playoff hopes dim as team looks mentally, physically ragged
Falling apart in the fourth quarter is the legacy the 49ers (5-5) are solidifying under coach Kyle Shanahan, be it in the playoffs or now against regular-season NFC West foes.
Swanson: Chargers start hot, go cold and still come out winners
The Chargers survive a wild 34-27 thriller against the Bengals for their fourth consecutive win, proving they can bend without breaking after blowing a 21-point lead.
Chargers build, blow, and regain lead in thrilling win over Bengals
J.K. Dobbins’ 29-yard touchdown with 18 seconds left lifts the Chargers to a 34-27 victory – their fourth in a row – after they blew all of their 21-point third-quarter lead.
49ers-Seahawks pregame: Kittle scratched; Williams, Bosa active
Tight end George Kittle will miss his second game this season with a hamstring injury, although the 49ers will have Trent Williams and Nick Bosa today against the visiting Seattle Seahawks.
49ers’ Nick Bosa could use a break — and may not get one unless he breaks down physically
As much as the 49ers would like to reduce Nick Bosa's workload, they're less of a team when he's on the sideline resting.
Chargers’ next challenge is proving they’re ready for primetime
The Chargers are one of the league’s more compelling midseason stories as the Cincinnati Bengals come to town for a nationally televised Sunday night game
Can the Rams’ offense get back on track against the Patriots?
The Rams, with players hurt and struggles with continuity, are at a crossroads with their offensive line going into Sunday's game in Foxborough, Mass.
Chargers vs. Cincinnati Bengals: Who has the edge?
What's at stake, injuries, who's better, matchup to watch, TV info, fantasy sleeper, prediction and what the Chargers need to do Sunday evening at SoFi Stadium
Rams at New England Patriots: Who has the edge?
What's at stake, injuries, who's better, matchup to watch, TV info, fantasy sleeper, prediction and what the Rams need to do to win Sunday in Foxborough, Mass.
McCaffrey assesses his 49ers season debut and all the ‘Instagram doctors’ who chimed in
McCaffrey divulged more about his return from Achilles tendinitis in both legs that kept him out for the first half of the season.
Rams facing tough decisions on offensive line
The Rams were excited to get two starting linemen back Monday night but ended up looking out of sync as quarterback Matthew Stafford was under pressure often
49ers’ Shanahan puts Deebo-Moody-Pepper squabble to rest
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan met with the parties involved after a sideline incident involving receiver Deebo Samuel, long-snapper Taybor Pepper and place kicker Jake Moody.
Chargers review: Justin ‘Beast’ Herbert sparks victory over Titans
It was his running that lifted his teammates and the fans at SoFi Stadium to their feet, and not for the first time this season.
Inman: 10 things to catch my eye in 49ers’ escape from Tampa
Brock Purdy's connection with George Kittle, plus Nick Bosa's hip injury, shouldn't be overlooked from the 49ers' chaotic comeback in Tampa Bay.