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Nick Bosa #97 of the San Francisco 49ers looks on after a win against the Washington Commanders at ...
Amiliano Fragoso

Column: Nick Bosa should be in the MVP conversation

49ers DE Nick Bosa is having a career year in 2022, becoming the best player on the NFL's best defense. Here's why he should be considered for MVP.
1 year ago
Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers prepares to snap the ball during the fourth quarter in t...
Amiliano Fragoso

49ers QB Brock Purdy wins Rookie of Week 16, but that’s not on his mind with playoffs looming

49ers rookie QB Brock Purdy won his first individual accolade of his NFL career, but that's not where his focus is at right now.
1 year ago
Wide receiver Davante Adams #17 of the Las Vegas Raiders celebrates with quarterback Derek Carr #4 ...
Joseph Jarosz

Davante Adams shares his thoughts on Raiders benching Derek Carr

Las Vegas Raiders star receiver Davante Adams shared his thoughts on the team's move to bench quarterback Derek Carr for the last two games.
1 year ago
Denzel Perryman #52 of the Las Vegas Raiders celebrates after recovering a Baltimore Ravens fumble ...
Joseph Jarosz

Denzel Perryman, Chandler Jones placed on Raiders IR

Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Denzel Perryman and defensive end Chandler Jones have been placed on injured reserve, ending their season.
1 year ago
Head coach Kyle Shanahan of the San Francisco 49ers looks on prior to a game against the Washington...
Amiliano Fragoso

49ers’ coaching staff stresses ‘no time to relax’ over the final two weeks of the regular season

The 49ers have an extremely easy schedule to finish the regular season. Despite that, the team feels it's no time to take their foot off the pedal.
1 year ago
Jarrett Stidham #3 of the Las Vegas Raiders warms up prior to playing the Jacksonville Jaguars at T...
Joseph Jarosz

Shanahan hopes 49ers defense will ‘confuse’ Jarrett Stidham in first start for Raiders

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan reacts to the news that this week's opponent, the Las Vegas Raiders, are starting Jarrett Stidham at QB.
1 year ago
Deebo Samuel #19 of the San Francisco 49ers runs the ball while being tackled by Lavonte David #54 ...
Amiliano Fragoso

Kyle Shanahan announces WR Deebo Samuel could return to practice Thursday

The San Francisco 49ers may be getting even healthier very soon, as WR Deebo Samuel could return to the practice field Thursday.
1 year ago
Derek Carr #4 of the Las Vegas Raiders throws the ball during the third quarter against the New Eng...
Joseph Jarosz

Raiders benching Derek Carr; will start Jarrett Stidham Sunday against 49ers

The Las Vegas Raiders are benching Derek Carr for the remainder of the season and are replacing him with Jarrett Stidham, coach Josh McDaniels announced Wednesday. “None of us is happy with where we’re at but we think it’s an opportunity to evaluate a younger player who hasn’t had much time to play,” McDaniels said. […]
1 year ago
Nick Bosa #97 of the San Francisco 49ers tackles Tom Brady #12 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during t...
Joseph Jarosz

Mark Schlereth says players like Nick Bosa should be considered for league MVP

Mark Schlereth joined Cattles & Ramie to discuss Nathaniel Hackett's tumultuous time in Denver and if Nick Bosa can win the MVP award.
1 year ago
Head coach Kyle Shanahan of the San Francisco 49ers throws the replay flag during the second half i...
Joseph Jarosz

Raiders’ defensive coordinator calls Kyle Shanahan ‘a natural play caller’

Las Vegas Raiders defensive coordinator Patrick Graham called Kyle Shanahan, this week's opponent, a "natural play caller."
1 year ago
Nick Bosa #97 of the San Francisco 49ers reacts after forcing a fumble during the fourth quarter in...
Joseph Jarosz

Nick Bosa named NFC Defensive Player of the Week for second time this season

For the second time this season, San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Nick Bosa has been named NFC defensive player of the week.
1 year ago
Derek Carr #4 of the Las Vegas Raiders calls out coverage to his offensive line of scrimmage in the...
Joseph Jarosz

Jeff Howe says the Raiders need to look ‘for an upgrade’ at the QB position this offseason

The Athletic's Jeff Howe joined Cattles and Raime Tuesday to talk about the Raiders quarterback situation heading into 2023.
1 year ago
George Kittle #85 of the San Francisco 49ers reacts after a play during the second half in the game...
Amiliano Fragoso

49er of Week 16: TE George Kittle

With the giving season coming to a close, 49ers TE George Kittle delivered some holiday magic Saturday afternoon against the Commanders.
1 year ago
Defensive Coordinator DeMeco Ryans of the San Francisco 49ers on the field before during the game a...
Amiliano Fragoso

CBS Sports reports DeMeco Ryans is on the Denver Broncos’ wishlist for head coach

The Denver Broncos reportedly have their eyes on 49ers' DC DeMeco Ryans to be a candiate for their vacant head coach position next year.
1 year ago
George Pickens #14 of the Pittsburgh Steelers is tackled by Maxx Crosby #98 of the Las Vegas Raider...
Joseph Jarosz

Can the Raiders still make the playoffs? Yes, but they’ll need a lot of help

While the Las Vegas Raiders playoff hopes aren't completely dead, they need a lot of help to finagle they way into the postseason.
1 year ago
J.J. Watt #99 of the Arizona Cardinals greets his wife and newborn baby prior tot he game against t...
ARIZONA SPORTS

J.J. Watt says he’s retiring from the NFL after this season

J.J. Watt announced Tuesday on Twitter that his game on Christmas against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was his last home game.
1 year ago
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 18: Derek Carr #4 of the Las Vegas Raiders celebrates after throwing f...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Is it time for the Raiders to move on from Derek Carr?

If we have seen Derek Carr at his best, Sean Salisbury says it might be time to move on from the longtime Raiders QB.
1 year ago
Pat Freiermuth #88 of the Pittsburgh Steelers makes a catch as Chandler Jones #55 of the Las Vegas ...
Joseph Jarosz

Raiders may lose Chandler Jones, Denzel Perryman for remainder of season

Las Vegas Raiders coach Josh McDaniels said linebacker Denzel Perryman and defensive end Chandler Jones may not play again this season.
1 year ago
Head coach Kyle Shanahan of the San Francisco 49ers looks on during the second half in the game aga...
Amiliano Fragoso

Kyle Shanahan says WR Deebo Samuel could return to practice this week

The 49ers could get a pair of offensive weapons back before the end of the regular season, according to head coach Kyle Shanahan Monday.
1 year ago
Nick Bosa #97 of the San Francisco 49ers reacts after forcing a fumble during the fourth quarter in...
Amiliano Fragoso

Three Takeaways from the 49ers’ win over the Commanders

The San Francisco 49ers gave the Faithful a very merry Christmas thanks to a dominant defensive performance the day prior, here's how they did it.
1 year ago
Former head coach Nathaniel Hackett of the Denver Broncos reacts during the first half against the ...
JAKE SHAPIRO DenverFan.com Analyst

Broncos fire Nathaniel Hackett after disastrous 15 games

After 15 weeks, and a lopsided 51-14 loss to the Rams on Christmas, Nathaniel Hackett is out as the head coach of the Denver Broncos
1 year ago
Darren Waller #83 of the Las Vegas Raiders catches the ball for a first down during the second quar...
Joseph Jarosz

Chandler Jones, Denzel Perryman injured in Raiders loss 13-10 to Steelers

Twas the night before Christmas, in the cold Steel City, the Raiders tried to hold onto another halftime lead, but it didn’t end pretty. There was no miracle from old Saint Nick as quarterback Derek Carr ended the game with his third pick. And as much as I’d love to continue this recap in the […]
1 year ago
George Kittle #85 of the San Francisco 49ers celebrates a touchdown during the third quarter in the...
Amiliano Fragoso

49ers overcome first half struggles, hold off Commanders on Christmas Eve in 37-20 win

The 49ers gave their fans another gift under the tree Saturday, taking down the Washington Commanders, 37-20, thanks to their dominant defense.
1 year ago
Javon Kinlaw #99 of the San Francisco 49ers takes the field prior to a game against the Green Bay P...
Amiliano Fragoso

49ers DT Javon Kinlaw officially ACTIVE for Week 16 vs. Commanders

The 49ers will have starting DT Javon Kinlaw back for the first time in months, officially active for Week 16 vs. the Washington Commanders.
1 year ago