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Devon Witherspoon #31 of the Illinois Fighting Illini attempts to interception a pass in the game a...
Joseph Jarosz

Raiders draft rumors: Is a quarterback out of the question in Round 1?

ESPN's Todd McShay reports the Las Vegas Raiders could ignore the quarterback position in Round 1 and draft a cornerback instead.
1 year ago
Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers runs with the ball during the first quarter of the game ...
Amiliano Fragoso

49ers QB Brock Purdy receives standing ovation at SF Giants’ game

Brock Purdy made his first public appearance since returning to Santa Clara, receiving a standing ovation at a San Francisco Giants' game.
1 year ago
Las Vegas Raiders owner Mark Davis on the field prior to the game against the Seattle Seahawks at L...
Joseph Jarosz

Raiders owner Mark Davis sounds unhappy with A’s proposed move to Las Vegas

Mark Davis shared his thought with the Las Vegas Review-Journal about possibly sharing a city again with the Oakland Athletics.
1 year ago
49ers; Quarterback Max Duggan #15 of the TCU Horned Frogs looks to throw against the Iowa State Cyc...
Amiliano Fragoso

3 QBs the San Francisco 49ers could draft next week

The 49ers have reportedly brought draft-eligible QBs in for workouts this spring. So with a week to go, here are three names to keep an eye on.
1 year ago
Jameson Williams #18 of the Detroit Lions during the Detroit Lions Training Camp on July 27, 2022 i...
Amiliano Fragoso

NFL suspends five players, four Detroit Lions, for gambling violations

The NFL has suspended five players, including standout WR Jameson Williams, for violating the league's gambling policy on Friday.
1 year ago
San Francisco 49ers helmets rest on team trunks during the NFL preseason game between the San Franc...
Amiliano Fragoso

49ers hosting pair of running backs before NFL Draft next week

The 49ers look to be in the running back market once again, bringing in a pair of productive college RBs a week before the 2023 NFL Draft.
1 year ago
Linebacker Dave Wilcox #64 of the San Francisco 49ers closes in on running back Franco Harris #32 o...
Amiliano Fragoso

49ers legend Dave Wilcox passes away at age 80

Legendary linebacker for the 49ers, Dave Wilcox, has died at age 80 Wednesday. He spent his entire 10-year career with the Red & Gold.
1 year ago
Trey Lance #5 of the San Francisco 49ers looks to pass the ball against the Seattle Seahawks during...
Amiliano Fragoso

Report: San Francisco 49ers fielding calls for QB Trey Lance

It looks like QB Trey Lance could be on the move before the 2023 season, with the 49ers fielding trade calls prior to the draft next week.
1 year ago
Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers throws a pass against the Dallas Cowboys during the firs...
Amiliano Fragoso

Return of the Empire Podcast: Draft Season for the 49ers

Return of the Empire is back for another episode, with special guest Kyle Ledbetter joining the show. The guys break down the latest 49ers news and more.
1 year ago
Defensive lineman Dante Stills #55 of the West Virginia Mountaineers is restrained by umpire Sheldo...
Amiliano Fragoso

Reports: DT Dante Stills visits with San Francisco 49ers Tuesday

West Virignia DT Dante Stills had a top-30 visit with the San Francisco 49ers Tuesday, after meeting with them at the combine last month.
1 year ago
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin (3) warms up prior to the game against the Buffalo Bills and the ...
Amiliano Fragoso

Damar Hamlin ‘fully cleared’ to return to football activities three months after cardiac arrest

Only three months removed from cardiac arrest, Bills' safety Damar Hamlin has been fully cleared to resume his football career next season.
1 year ago
Chris Conley #18 of the Houston Texans catches the ball in front of Davontae Harris #28 of the Los ...
Amiliano Fragoso

49ers sign WR Chris Conley to a one-year deal

The San Francisco 49ers have added another weapon on offense, signing WR Chris Conley to a one-year deal Monday.
1 year ago
Domantas Sabonis #10 of the Sacramento Kings looks to shoot as Andrew Wiggins #22 and Kevon Looney ...
Joseph Jarosz

Mark Jones says the Kings handled adversity ‘extremely well’ in Game 1

Sacramento Kings TV play-by-play broadcaster Mark Jones spoke about being able to call the game on ABC and the excitement from fans all weekend.
1 year ago
Josh Jacobs #28 of the Las Vegas Raiders carries the ball against the Los Angeles Rams during the f...
Joseph Jarosz

Report: Josh Jacobs won’t report to Raiders voluntary offseason progam

According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, Josh Jacobs has not yet signed the team's franchise tender, and will sit out the voluntary offseason programs.
1 year ago
Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts in the end zone prior to the game against the Gree...
Amiliano Fragoso

Eagles, QB Jalen Hurts agree to five-year, $255 million extension

QB Jalen Hurts & the Eagles have agreed to a five-year contract extension Monday, making him the highest-paid player in NFL history.
1 year ago
John Lynch Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers looks on after defeating the Seattle Seahawks...
Amiliano Fragoso

QB Brock Purdy set to join 49ers for offseason program Monday

More than a month removed from UCL surgery, 49ers QB Brock Purdy is rejoining the team for the start of the offseason program Monday.
1 year ago
Paraag Marathe of the San Francisco 49ers addresses the audience during an ESPN leadership dinner a...
Amiliano Fragoso

49ers’ president Paraag Marathe set to become ‘primary owner’ of Leeds United

49ers' president Paraag Marathe is set to become the principal owner of Leeds United in England, after the organization completes the purchase.
1 year ago
Kerry Hyder Jr. #92 of the San Francisco 49ers sacks Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles duri...
Amiliano Fragoso

Reports: 49ers re-sign DL Kerry Hyder Jr. Friday

The San Francisco 49ers continue to retool the defensive line for 2023, reportedly re-signing DL Kerry Hyder Jr. to a deal Friday.
1 year ago
Laquon Treadwell #18 of the Seattle Seahawks warms up before the game against the Los Angeles Rams ...
Amiliano Fragoso

Former first-round pick WR Laquon Treadwell visiting with 49ers Thursday

The San Francisco 49ers are bringing in WR Laquon Treadwell for a visit Thursday, a former first-round draft pick in 2016.
1 year ago
Quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson #1 of the UCLA Bruins looks to pass against the Pittsburgh Pan...
Amiliano Fragoso

Reports: 49ers hold private workout for UCLA QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson

The 49ers are looking to add another gunslinger in this year's draft, holding a private workout for UCLA QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson.
1 year ago
Trey Lance poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell onstage after being selected third by the San ...
Amiliano Fragoso

Return of the Empire Podcast: The Mock Draft

Return of the Empire is back, this time talking all things 49ers & the 2023 NFL Draft. Will the Red & Gold draft another QB?
1 year ago
C.J. Stroud #7 of the Ohio State Buckeyes reacts after a touchdown during the second quarter agains...
Amiliano Fragoso

Reports: QB prospect C.J. Stroud visiting with Raiders Tuesday

The Las Vegas Raiders are continuing their draft research this week, bringing in Ohio State QB C.J. Stroud for a Top-30 visit Tuesday.
1 year ago
A detail of the official National Football League NFL logo is seen painted on the turf as the New Y...
Amiliano Fragoso

YouTube TV reveals pricing for NFL Sunday Ticket in 2023-24 season

YouTube TV revealed their pricing for NFL Sunday Ticket Tuesday, seeing a price hike near 160 dollars for the 2023-24 season.
1 year ago
Raiders; Defensive back Christian Gonzalez #0 of the Oregon Ducks returns an interception in the th...
Amiliano Fragoso

Las Vegas Raiders 2023 Mock Draft: Do the Raiders draft a QB?

The Raiders have 12 draft picks in the 2023 NFL draft, but what they do with them remains to be seen. Here's how it could play out in Kansas City.
1 year ago