Amiliano "Amil" Fragoso is our newest staff writer/editor for Sactown Sports 1140, focusing on the NFL. Amil recently moved back home to Sacramento after spending the last four years in Phoenix getting his degree from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism & Mass Communications, earning Hearst and SPJ accolades for his writing. A native of Sacramento, Amil graduated from Del Oro High School where he first found his passion for sports journalism as the sports anchor during morning news broadcasts. Before coming home, Amil spent time working for New York-based Mediaite as their only sports media writer on staff. He also worked for Bonneville Phoenix as a board operator, primarily for KTAR News 92.3 FM. An avid Kings and Raiders fan, Amil is excited to be back in the state capitol covering the teams he grew up watching and cheering for.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 21, 2022Brock Purdy feels ‘a lot better’ with oblique injury after extended rest
After a weekend of rest, 49ers rookie QB Brock Purdy is ready to go for the stretch run of the regular season, with his team ultimately set on a ring.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 21, 202249ers DT Javon Kinlaw returns to the practice field Wednesday
San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw made his return to the practice field Wednesday as expected.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 20, 2022Kyle Shanahan says 49ers rookie DT Kalia Davis has ‘a chance’ to play this season
49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan thinks there's a chance rookie defensive tackle Kalia Davis could see the field this season.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 20, 202249ers DT Javon Kinlaw set to return to practice this week after lengthy IR spell
The San Francisco 49ers have opened the practice window for defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw (knee) to return to the field.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 20, 2022Arik Armstead sets the record straight on rookie dinner confusion
49ers' rookies went viral over the weekend after a video showed that a team dinner cost over $300,000. DT Arik Armstead put the rumors to bed Monday.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 19, 202249ers of Week 15: QB Brock Purdy & DE Nick Bosa
The San Francisco 49ers were so impressive in Week 15 that two players will share the spotlight this week. And those two are QB Brock Purdy and DE Nick Bosa.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 19, 2022San Francisco 49ers’ Playoff Picture: Where do they stand after Week 15?
The San Francisco 49ers clinched the NFC West title Thursday night in Seattle. Here's how the NFC as a whole looks after Week 15.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 16, 2022Return of the Empire Episode 12: Time for a Victory Lap San Francisco
The boys are back for another edition of the Return of the Empire podcast. Recapping Week 15, the guys talk about the 49ers clinching the NFC West.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 16, 2022Kyle Shanahan expects DT Javon Kinlaw to return to practice this week
Head coach Kyle Shanahan expects defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw (knee) to return to the practice field for San Francisco next week.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 16, 2022Three Takeaways from the 49ers clinching the NFC West
The 49ers came through when it mattered most Thursday night, clinching the NFC West with a win over their rivals. Here are three takeaways from Week 15.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 15, 202249ers survive late push from Seahawks to clinch NFC West title in 21-13 win in Seattle
The San Francisco 49ers are NFC West champions for the first time since 2019, defeating the Seattle Seahawks, 21-13, in Seattle.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 15, 202249ers QB Brock Purdy active for Thursday Night Football
Rookie sensation Brock Purdy (oblique/rib) will suit up for Thursday Night Football against the Seattle Seahawks.
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NFL | Dec 14, 2022DeMeco Ryans takes next-game approach into pivotal NFC West clash
Despite a crucial game against their rivals, 49ers defensive coordinator DeMeco Ryans doesn't see it that way. Instead taking it one game at a time.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 13, 2022Brock Purdy details oblique injury as status still up in the air for Seattle Thursday
Two days away from a Thursday Night Football clash with the Seattle Seahawks, QB Brock Purdy is dealing with an oblique injury from Week 14.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 13, 2022Kyle Shanahan expects Deebo Samuel back in ‘three-ish’ weeks
Confirming the reports from Monday, San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan expects WR Deebo Samuel back in a few weeks.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 12, 2022Deebo Samuel suffered ankle sprain and MCL sprain, expected back in the regular season
The San Francisco 49ers have confirmed a sprained ankle and an MCL sprain for WR Deebo Samuel, who could return before the regular season is over.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 12, 2022San Francisco 49ers’ Playoff Picture: Where do they stand after Week 14?
After Week 14, the San Francisco 49ers are one win away from clinching the NFC West title. Next up: A trip to Seattle to face a familiar foe.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 12, 2022Three Takeaways from the 49ers’ Week 14 Win over the Bucs
The San Francisco 49ers and rookie QB Brock Purdy thrashed the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Sunday. Here are a few takeaways from Week 14's win.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 11, 202249ers spoil Brady’s homecoming, destroy Buccaneers 35-7 despite Deebo Samuel injury
The 49ers handed Tom Brady and the Bucs one of their worst losses of the season, thanks to rookie QB Brock Purdy and a stellar defensive day.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 11, 202249ers Deebo Samuel carted off with apparent lower leg injury
Another injury for the San Francisco 49ers, and it doesn't look good for Deebo Samuel, leaving the game with an apparent knee injury.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 11, 2022Nick Bosa ACTIVE for Week 14 vs. Buccaneers
49ers defensive end Nick Bosa is officially active for Week 14 vs. Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 10, 2022How to watch 49ers v. Buccaneers Week 14: TV channel, start time
The San Francisco 49ers are currently riding high on a five-game win streak, but can they keep it going with a rookie QB against Tom Brady?
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 9, 2022Nick Bosa questionable for Week 14 vs. Buccaneers
49ers pass rusher Nick Bosa is officially questionable for Week 14, still dealing with hamstring irritation that is "legit" according to his coach.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 9, 2022Tom Brady vs. the 49ers: What happened last time?
Sunday in Santa Clara will make only the second time Tom Brady has played the 49ers in the Bay Area. Here's what happened the first time.