Which team is best suited for Matthew Stafford? (0:42)
2020 Schedule
2020 Schedule
6-10, 4th in NFC West
49ers' Kyle Shanahan walks the walk when it comes to developing coaches
In DeMeco Ryans and Mike McDaniel, Shanahan has once again given an assistant coach their first chance at being a coordinator.
Niners promote McDaniel to OC, Ryans to DC
The 49ers have promoted Mike McDaniel to offensive coordinator and DeMeco Ryans to defensive coordinator after Robert Saleh was hired as coach of the Jets and took Mike LaFleur with him to be his OC.
NFL overhaul tiers: Which teams will look most different in 2021?
From franchises that will tear it all down to those that just need a few tweaks, here are the offseason priorities for every team no longer playing.
SportsCenter All Night: Saleh Ready to Right the Ship
The New York Jets have hired 49ers DC Robert Saleh as their new HC, replacing Adam Gase. Arda Ocal talks through the newest coaching vacancy being filled. and the impact it will have on the Jets and QB Sam Darnold. We hear from ESPN Radio's Keyshawn Johnson and ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter.
Jets hiring coveted 49ers DC Saleh as coach
The Jets, coming off one of the worst seasons in franchise history, have reached an agreement in principle with 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh to be their next head coach.
Fantasy Focus Football: Giving Out The 2020 Fantasy Focus Awards
Field, Matthew, Stephania, Daniel and Kyle give out our 2020 Fantasy Focus Awards including Comeback Player, Biggest Disappointment and MVP.
On 49ers' Robert Saleh: 'I don't know what's wrong with people if they don't hire him'
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan has had some high praise for defensive coordinator Robert Saleh. He's also confident he'll find a good replacement if needed.
Why Sowers' time with the 49ers won't soon be forgotten (1:15)
Assistant Katie Sowers not returning to Niners
Assistant coach Katie Sowers, the NFL's first openly gay coach, and the 49ers are parting ways as her contract expires.
Veteran DB Bethea retires after 14 NFL seasons
Safety Antoine Bethea, who played 14 seasons for the Colts, 49ers, Cardinals and Giants, announced his retirement on Thursday.
49ers' resolution: 'Look at everything' to stay healthy in 2021
Why were the 49ers' injuries so "inordinately high" in 2020? The team plans to find out.
Thirty-two days later, 49ers finally heading home to Bay Area
From the players to the cooks, the Niners closed the book on their extended stay in Arizona and a tumultuous post-Super Bowl season.
Wilson, Lockett help Seahawks rally for 26-23 win over 49ers
— Russell Wilson connected on two fourth-quarter touchdown passes to Tyler Lockett and the Seattle Seahawks rallied for a 26-23 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday to end the season on a four-game winning streak.
Nick Wagoner ESPN Staff Writer
Here are the opponents for the San Francisco 49ers for the 2021 regular season: HOME: Green Bay, Minnesota, Houston, Indianapolis, Atlanta, Arizona, Los Angeles Rams, Seattle AWAY: Chicago, Detroit, Jacksonville, Tennessee, Philadelphia, Arizona, Los Angeles Rams, Seattle
Nick Wagoner ESPN Staff Writer
49ers inactives for Week 17 against Seattle: WR Brandon Aiyuk (ankle), DT Kevin Givens (not injury related), LB Dre Greenlaw (calf), DT Javon Kinlaw (knee), WR Deebo Samuel (hamstring), CB Richard Sherman (calf), CB K'Waun Williams (shin)
San Francisco 49ers aim to play Week 17 spoiler role at Seattle Seahawks
Considering three of San Francisco's six wins this season have come within the division, don't be surprised if the 49ers keep it close.
Rice put his ego aside when 49ers transitioned from Montana to Young (2:41)
49ers' Gould signs extension, goes on COVID list
Kicker Robbie Gould will be tied with the 49ers through the 2022 season as the 16-year veteran signed a two-year extension with the team. A source told ESPN that the deal is worth $7.25 million and fully guaranteed.
Injuries, ominous skies and relocation: 49ers' nightmare season finally comes to close
The defending NFC champions will not return to the playoffs, and 30 players on injured reserve is just the start of the story.
Shanahan still backing Garoppolo as future QB
Kyle Shanahan cited Jimmy Garoppolo's record as Niners starter (22-8 in regular-season games) and contract ($26.9 million salary-cap figure in '21 would be the 11th highest in NFL) as reasons he believes the QB will remain their starter next year.
Fantasy Focus Football: Week 16 Recap So Far, Latest News Around The League
Field, Matthew, Stephania and Kyle discuss the latest news around the league and recap Week 16 so far.
QB Beathard recalls brother, gets emotional win
Remembering his late brother, an emotional C.J. Beathard led the 49ers to a win over the Cardinals, going 13-of-22 for 182 yards and three touchdowns.
Saleh and 49ers' defense clamp down on Cards' Kyler Murray in upset win
Already talked about as a head-coaching candidate in many NFL circles, Robert Saleh might have just showcased his best defense this season.
Third-string QB Beathard throws 3 TDs, 49ers stun Cardinals
— Third-string quarterback C.J. Beathard threw three touchdown passes, Jeff Wilson ran for 183 yards, and the San Francisco 49ers dealt a brutal blow to the Arizona Cardinals' playoff hopes by defeating them 20-12 on Saturday.
2020 NFC West Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | 12 | 4 | 0 | .750 | 459 | 371 |
| Los Angeles | 10 | 6 | 0 | .625 | 372 | 296 |
| Arizona | 8 | 8 | 0 | .500 | 410 | 367 |
| San Francisco | 6 | 10 | 0 | .375 | 376 | 390 |
2020 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Team Stats
Passing Yards252.112th
Rushing Yards118.115th
Points For23.520th
Points Against24.416th