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Tight end Jacob Hollister #88 of the Las Vegas Raiders practices during training camp at the Las Ve...
Joseph Jarosz

Raiders training camp news: Tight end signed, former Pro Bowler works out

News out of Las Vegas Raiders training camp on Wednesday included the debut of a new tight end and the team working out a former Pro Bowler.
9 months ago
Quarterback Brian Hoyer #7 of the Las Vegas Raiders throws as quarterback Aidan O'Connell #4 looks ...
Joseph Jarosz

Brian Hoyer on being a resource for other Raiders quarterbacks

Las Vegas Raiders backup quarterback Brian Hoyer spoke to the media Wednesday about how he's able to help the organization on multiple levels.
9 months ago
SANTA CLARA, CA - JUNE 7: Trey Lance #5 of the San Francisco 49ers rolls out during mandatory minic...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Where does Trey Lance stand in the 49ers’ QB battle?

Is Trey Lance in danger of losing the San Francisco 49ers' backup quarterback role? Guy Haberman joined Whitey & Watkins to talk about it.
9 months ago
49ers Special Teams Coordinator Brian Schneider with the special teams unit on the sideline during ...
Joseph Jarosz

49ers special teams coordinator on having 2 kickers on the roster during camp

49ers Special Teams Coordinator Brian Schneider spoke about having two placekickers, Jake Moody and Zane Gonzalez, on the roster and how their helping each other.
9 months ago
Austin Ekeler #30 of the Los Angeles Chargers dives for a touchdown as Taco Charlton #98 of the Pit...
Joseph Jarosz

San Francisco 49ers sign former 1st-round pick

The 49ers has signed defensive lineman Taco Charlton to a one-year deal. The terms of the deal were not released.
9 months ago
Cornerback Brandon Facyson is introduced at the Las Vegas Raiders Headquarters/Intermountain Health...
Joseph Jarosz

Raiders training camp news: Running backs work out & cornerback carted off

The Las Vegas Raiders training camp saw a lot of activity Tuesday, with players participating in padded drills for the first time.
9 months ago
Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals scrambles with the ball against the New England Patriots d...
Joseph Jarosz

Mike Sando on the most surprising results in his quarterback tiers survey

Mike Sando, The Athletic's senior NFL writer, joined Whitey & Watkins to talk about his recent piece on the 2023 quarterback tiers.
9 months ago
O.J. Howard #83 of the Houston Texans celebrates scoring a touchdown with Brevin Jordan #9 during t...
Joseph Jarosz

Report: Raiders release O.J. Howard after signing him this spring

After signing with the team earlier this year, the Raiders have reportedly cut tight end O.J. Howard a week into training camp.
9 months ago
Marquise Brown #2 of the Arizona Cardinals catches a pass against Deommodore Lenoir #38 of the San ...
Amiliano Fragoso

Deommodore Lenoir sees Brandon Aiyuk as a top-5 WR in the NFL

CB Deommodore Lenoir & WR Brandon Aiyuk have delivered a solid rapport with each other, looking to grow side-by-side on the 49ers.
9 months ago
Arik Armstead #91 of the San Francisco 49ers warms up against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Levi's St...
Amiliano Fragoso

Arik Armstead on the ‘mental toll’ injuries had on him

Arik Armstead had an injury-plagued first half of the 2022 season, giving details into the mental toll it takes on players.
9 months ago
John Lynch; Nick Bosa #97 of the San Francisco 49ers warms up prior to a game against the Dallas Co...
Amiliano Fragoso

John Lynch preaches ‘patience’ as Nick Bosa contract talks linger

John Lynch keep things secretive on the Nick Bosa front Monday, only revealing that the team is still working on a new deal for him.
9 months ago
Tutu Atwell #15 of the Los Angeles Rams carries the ball against v at SoFi Stadium on December 08, ...
Joseph Jarosz

Raiders’ cornerback Nate Hobbs practicing after taking softball to face

Las Vegas Raiders' cornerback Nate Hobbs returned to the football field Monday after sustaining an injury during a charity softball event before earlier in July.
9 months ago
Jauan Jennings #15 of the San Francisco 49ers works out during training camp at SAP Performance Fac...
Sactown Sports Staff

Hosts Thoughts: What non-QB story to pay attention to out of 49ers camp

With the 49ers in the thick of training camp, our hosts break down the biggest storylines that don't involve the quarterback position.
9 months ago
Brandon Aiyuk #11 of the San Francisco 49ers catches a pass during the first quarter against the Lo...
Amiliano Fragoso

Brandon Aiyuk determined to ‘prove’ his worth entering fourth NFL season

Brandon Aiyuk is turning heads for a second straight training camp, proving his value to the 49ers every chance he gets.
9 months ago
Head coach Kyle Shanahan of the San Francisco 49ers looks on before the game against the Washington...
Amiliano Fragoso

Kyle Shanahan provides updates on Brock Purdy, Nick Bosa

Kyle Shanahan is happy with the progression of QB Brock Purdy, while also giving no timeline on when a deal for Nick Bosa will be done.
9 months ago
Former San Francisco 49er Frank Gore looks on before the NFC Championship Game against the Los Ange...
Amiliano Fragoso

Frank Gore returns to San Francisco 49ers as football advisor

After nearly 10 years, former running back Frank Gore has returned to the San Francisco 49ers in a front office role.
9 months ago
Trey Lance #5 of the San Francisco 49ers works out during training camp at SAP Performance Facility...
Amiliano Fragoso

4 takeaways from the first week of 49ers 2023 training camp

We may only be a few days into the San Francisco 49ers 2023 training camp, but a lot of questions have already been answered. Here’s what has stood out through the first three days. Brock Purdy is still QB1 despite being rusty It’s very early into 2023 training camp, but Brock Purdy has already re-emerged […]
9 months ago
Trey Lance #5 and Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers on the field before the game against t...
Joseph Jarosz

49ers reporter doesn’t know how long Trey Lance will be in San Francisco

San Francisco 49ers beat reporter Jack Hammer shares his thoughts on the first week of training camp, including the future of Trey Lance.
9 months ago
Sam Darnold #14 of the San Francisco 49ers works out during training camp at SAP Performance Facili...
Joseph Jarosz

Darnold, Lance on taking advantage of every rep during 49ers camp

With a handful of camp days under their belt, Sam Darnold and Trey Lance spoke to the media about the quarterback reps and what they've seen so far.
9 months ago
Hunter Renfrow #13 of the Las Vegas Raiders carries the ball ac at Allegiant Stadium on January 07,...
Joseph Jarosz

Hunter Renfrow believes he let the Raiders down last season

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow describes how he's going into the 2023 season after a poor showing in 2022.
9 months ago
Linebacker Fred Warner #54 of the San Francisco 49ers celebrates breaking up a pass on the goal lin...
Amiliano Fragoso

Steve Wilks says Fred Warner ‘brings the juice’ as vocal leader of 49ers defense

49ers DC Steve Wilks raved about his defense Thursday, explaining how this may be the deepest team he's ever had.
9 months ago
Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers works out during training camp at SAP Performance Facili...
Amiliano Fragoso

Brock Purdy says it felt ‘like Christmas’ the night before 49ers training camp

49ers QB Brock Purdy was elated to be on the practice field Thursday, comparing it to a kid waiting for Christmas morning.
9 months ago
Running back Roger Craig of the San Francisco 49ers moves the ball during a game against the Washin...
Amiliano Fragoso

Roger Craig among seniors finalists for 2024 Hall of Fame class

Former San Francisco 49ers running back Roger Craig is one step closer to getting into Canton, making the committee's list of 12 senior players up for consideration.
9 months ago
SANTA CLARA, CA - JANUARY 14: Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers and Geno Smith #7 of the S...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Are the Seattle Seahawks a threat to win the NFC West?

During Thursday's edition of Whitey & Watkins, Seattle Sports' Brandon Gustafson joined the show to discuss the Seahawks' outlook for 2023.
9 months ago