The NFL's 20 biggest outlier contracts, and why a fullback reigns again
These are the deals -- adjusted for position -- that most exceed market value. And a 49er is back on top for the third straight year.
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4-12, 3rd in NFC West
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Saturday sees 49ers as a sleeper team this season (1:02)
Barnwell: Ranking teams that missed the playoffs with Lindsay Jones
Bill is joined by Lindsay Jones of The Athletic to definitively rank all 20 teams that missed the playoffs last year for the upcoming season, including the Raiders (5:28), Lions, (14:39), Jets (25), Vikings (47:51), Panthers (53:22) and many more.
Rating the offseason for all 32 NFL teams: Why the Browns are on top
Did the Browns indeed have the best offseason? Which teams struggled to reach their goals? NFL Nation ranks them and looks toward training camp.
Veterans who could be cut by each of the NFL's 32 teams
Could a former first-round selection be done with the Pittsburgh Steelers? NFL Nation picks a player on each team who might not make the opening day roster.
The surprise offseason standout for all 32 teams
Randall Cobb and a 312-pound tight end lead a list of eye-opening performances from under-the-radar players this offseason.
The NFL minicamp absences that actually matter, and what's next
Jadeveon Clowney, Trent Williams and Chris Jones skipped mandatory minicamps. Don't call them holdouts ... yet.
49ers' Goodwin fully committed to Tokyo bid
Marquise Goodwin said that preparing for the long jump offers similar training to playing football and that his pursuit of another Olympic appearance will not affect his offseason preparation.
Mandatory NFL minicamps preview: 23 more things to watch this week
Are the L.A. running backs healthy? Which receivers will emerge as trustworthy targets? Mandatory minicamps continue this week.
Niners announce 2-year extension for OT Staley
The 49ers have signed offensive tackle Joe Staley to a two-year extension that will keep the longest-tenured player on the team under contract through 2021.
Linebacker Bowman retires from NFL as a 49er
Former 49ers linebacker NaVorro Bowman told the team Tuesday that he is retiring from the NFL and wanted to do it as a member of the team.
Progress reports for all 32 NFL first-round picks
How are the rookies drafted on Day 1 adapting to the pro game? NFL Nation reporters offer first impressions of all 32 first-round picks.
Man charged for flying drone over NFL stadiums
Federal authorities have charged a California man with violating national defense airspace regulations after he allegedly dropped leaflets from a drone over Levi's Stadium and the Oakland Coliseum.
Solomon Thomas raising mental health awareness (8:08)
Predicting the story of the season for all 32 NFL teams
Can the Packers' new coach vibe with Aaron Rodgers? Will the Browns live the dream? These are two of NFL Nation's stories to watch in 2019.
49ers' Bosa and Ward to miss time with injuries
Niners defensive end Nick Bosa will miss "the next few weeks" with a hamstring strain, and safety Jimmie Ward will likely miss more time with a broken collarbone.
49ers' Garoppolo progressing; Sherman pain-free
49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo participated in individual and 7-on-7 drills on Tuesday at OTAs, another step in his recovery from a torn ACL. Meanwhile, defensive leader Richard Sherman was feeling as good as he has in a long time.
NFL offseason agendas: Barnwell's to-do lists for all 16 NFC teams
The Cowboys have to splash the cash on two stars. The Giants need a quarterback succession plan. Here's what's on the docket for the NFC.
Ranking NFL QB commitment: How married all 32 teams are to their starters
Some NFL teams are married to their quarterbacks. Some are just starting to get serious. Let's evaluate every team's relationship with its starter.
Which NFL draft pick best fits his new team? (1:47)
Mega NFL projections: Likely Super Bowl LIV matchups, 2020 draft order, more
The ESPN Analytics team ran 10,000 simulations of the season. The Chiefs are favorites, but there were plenty of surprises, including a Miami miracle.
2019 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(2) | Nick Bosa | DE | Ohio State |
| 2(4) | Deebo Samuel | WR | South Carolina |
| 3(3) | Jalen Hurd | WR | Baylor |
| 4(8) | Mitch Wishnowsky | P | Utah |
| 5(10) | Dre Greenlaw | OLB | Arkansas |
| 6(3) | Kaden Smith | TE | Stanford |
| 6(10) | Justin Skule | OT | Vanderbilt |
| 6(25) | Tim Harris | CB | Virginia |
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2018 NFC West Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 13 | 3 | 0 | .813 | 527 | 384 |
| Seattle | 10 | 6 | 0 | .625 | 428 | 347 |
| San Francisco | 4 | 12 | 0 | .250 | 342 | 435 |
| Arizona | 3 | 13 | 0 | .188 | 225 | 425 |
2018 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Team Stats
Passing Yards241.715th
Rushing Yards118.913th
Points For21.321st
Points Against27.228th