McCaffrey: Was 'group decision' to sit out MNF

49ers running back Christian McCaffrey explained Wednesday how the decision to keep him out was made and why he was adamant on Friday that he would be available to play.


Mason shines as CMC status sparks questions

With an injured Christian McCaffrey on the sidelines, San Francisco running back Jordan Mason helped the 49ers batter the New York Jets on the ground Monday night at Levi's Stadium en route to a convincing 32-19 victory that closed the NFL's Week 1.


49ers star McCaffrey (calf) misses win vs. Jets

49ers star RB Christian McCaffrey was a surprise inactive Monday as he continues to deal with a calf and Achilles injury.


Do these 49ers have one last Super Bowl shot? The mental, physical and financial toll looms

After four long postseason runs in five years, do the Niners have more in the tank for another go at a title?


49ers plan full snaps for Williams, fewer for Aiyuk

Niners left tackle Trent Williams is likely to take on close to his full, normal workload in Monday night's opener, while Brandon Aiyuk is set for a reduction in snaps.


49ers' McCaffrey expects usual workload in opener

Niners running back Christian McCaffrey, who has missed most of training camp with a calf and Achilles injury, believes he will not only be playing but handling his usual workload in the opener against the Jets.


WR Aiyuk admits he made it 'difficult' on Niners

After signing a four-year, $120 million contract extension, San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk practiced with the team on Tuesday, and in speaking afterward, he admitted, "I made it a little bit more difficult than it needed to at the end."


49ers GM: 'Miraculous' Pearsall not hurt worse

49ers GM John Lynch sounded certain Tuesday that Ricky Pearsall is going to be able to return to play and help the Niners this season.


WR Pearsall out at least 4 games after being shot

49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was placed on the non-football injury list Monday after he was shot in the chest Saturday during an attempted robbery.


49ers' Pearsall 'stable' after being shot in chest

San Francisco 49ers rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall is in "serious but stable" condition after being shot in the chest during an attempted robbery.