San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan offered a cryptic update on the return of quarterback Brock Purdy.

The San Francisco 49ers didn't have play their best on Sunday, and head coach Kyle Shanahan fully admitted that after the final whistle.

The performance against the Houston Texans highlighted several areas that need improvement. The 49ers are learning to cope without their two main defensive stars, Fred Warner and Nick Bosa, for the remainder of the season. Losing both so early could suggest the team may explore a trade before the deadline to help support the rookies.

San Francisco 49ers fans voted on what they believe is the main reason for the team's winning record during the 2025 NFL season.

The San Francisco 49ers are optimistic about the progress one injured star is making, but his return won't happen in Week 9 vs. the New York Giants.

The 49ers still aren’t sure if Brock Purdy will play against Giants, but surface at MetLife Stadium will not be a factor.

Kyle Shanahan provided a series of injury updates after San Francisco fell to the Houston Texans on Sunday afternoon.

Find out how to watch the NFL Week 8 game between the Houston Texans and San Francisco 49ers, as well as the latest odds and updated injury report.

The San Francisco 49ers have been struggling with injuries all season, and it finally caught up with them. On Sunday, they lost 26-15 to the Houston Texans.

Preview the Week 8 matchup between the Houston Texans and San Francisco 49ers with predictions, odds, over/under, spread, betting lines and more.

Houston Texans cornerback Kamari Lassiter, right, intercepts a pass intended for San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Houston. Sunday’s loss to the Texans was the latest chapter in a season to forget for 49ers receiver Jauan Jennings.