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Here are your top 49ers storylines for Thursday, July 25th.
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Training Camp Day 1: 49ers Defense Snags Their First Pick
- Rookie safety Malik Mustapha snagged the first interception of camp on a deep ball during 7-on-7 drills.
- Running back Isaac Guerendo suffered a hamstring injury during team drills, and per Shanahan, the rookie will be getting an MRI for further evaluation.
- Linebacker Dre Greenlaw, who was placed on the Active/PUP list this morning, did not participate in practice but was seen chopping it up with teammate Fred Warner on the field and going through rehab work.
- Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk was in attendance but not practicing on the first day of camp.
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Brandon Aiyuk Named No. 66 on the NFL's 'Top 100 Players of 2024'
The NFL Network kicked off the week by beginning its countdown of "The Top 100 Players of 2024," and following the announcement of Dre Greenlaw's spot at No. 76, the second San Francisco 49ers player to be voted onto the list by his peers was revealed.
Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk earned spot No. 66 in the top 100 and was announced alongside athletes ranking from 61-70. This marks the first time Aiyuk has made NFL Network's esteemed list.
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49ers 2024 Roster Breakdown: Specialists
Heading into the 2024 season, the San Francisco 49ers specialist unit stands out for its consistency and experience.
Second-year kicker Jake Moody, drafted in 2023, showcased solid accuracy with an 84 percent field goal success rate and near-perfect extra points. Punter Mitch Wishnowsky, now in his sixth season and recognized as a Pro Bowl alternate multiple times, maintains a steady 45.7-yard average per punt. Taybor Pepper, entering his seventh season overall and fifth with the 49ers, provides reliable snapping for the team. Together, Moody, Wishnowsky and Pepper form a reliable trio crucial to the 49ers special teams effectiveness.
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Four 49ers Begin the Year on NFI/PUP Lists; 4 Takeaways from Report Day
The San Francisco 49ers are back at Levi's® Stadium, and in less than 24 hours, will kickoff training camp for the 2024 season. Rookies reported last week, and the veterans checked in on Tuesday morning.
Ahead of the team's first practice on Wednesday, president of football operations and general manager John Lynch, head coach Kyle Shanahan, tight end George Kittle and defensive lineman Nick Bosa addressed the media to offer updates involving injuries, contract negotiations and the mindset of the team headed into the new season.
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49ers Prep for 2024 Season: Lynch, Shanahan and Players Share Insights Ahead of Camp
As the San Francisco 49ers returned to Levi's® Stadium on player report day, the buzz of a new season filled the air. Players returned to 49ers headquarters on Tuesday morning ready and rejuvenated for the season ahead.
With the start of training camp less than 24 hours away, president of football operations and general manager John Lynch, head coach Kyle Shanahan, tight end George Kittle and defensive lineman Nick Bosa shared their thoughts on the team entering a new year, moves the team has made over the offseason and how they've prepared for the 2024 NFL season.
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Dre Greenlaw Named No. 76 on the NFL's 'The Top 100 Players of 2024'
The NFL Network kicked off the week by beginning its countdown of "The Top 100 Players of 2024," and on Tuesday, the first San Francisco 49ers player to be voted onto the list by his peers was revealed.
Linebacker Dre Greenlaw earned spot No. 76 in the top 100 and was announced alongside athletes ranking from 71-80. The sixth-year pro made his top 100 debut in 2023 at No. 79 and is back for a second-straight year, jumping up three spots in the rankings after another productive year with the red and gold.
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49ers 2024 Roster Breakdown: Tight Ends
Ahead of the 2024 season, the San Francisco 49ers tight end position is anchored by George Kittle, widely regarded as one of the premier players at his position. As per Pro Football Focus (PFF), Kittle tops their rankings as the No. 1 tight end entering the season, following his performance in 2023, where he earned an impressive 87.7 overall grade, the highest among all NFL tight ends.
"Kittle's overall game is a perfect fit for Kyle Shanahan's diversified run game and play-action pass attack," analyst John Kosko wrote.
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View the top images from the first practice of the 49ers 2024 training camp.
LB Fred Warner
DL Jordan Elliot
TE George Kittle
2024 San Francisco 49ers
QB Brock Purdy
DL Nick Bosa
RB Christian McCaffrey
TE George Kittle, WR Deebo Samuel Sr.
LB Curtis Robinson
OL Chris Hubbard
RB Elijah Mitchell
FB Kyle Juszczyk
LB De'Vondre Campbell
WR Jauan Jennings
QB Brandon Allen
K Jake Moody, P Mitch Wishnowsky
S George Odum
WR Deebo Samuel Sr.
RB Jordan Mason, QB Brock Purdy
DL Javon Hargrave, DL Kalia Davis
OL Brandon Parker
TE Jake Tonges
QB Josh Dobbs
TE Brayden Willis
TE Cameron Latu
DL Alex Barrett
FB Kyle Juszczyk
LB Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles, LB Fred Warner
TE Mason Pline
QB Brock Purdy
OL Ben Bartch
OL Dominick Puni
QB Josh Dobbs
CB Ambry Thomas
Check out some of the best photos from player report day ahead of the team's training camp.
QB Brock Purdy
RB Christian McCaffrey
LB Fred Warner
WR Jauan Jennings
TE George Kittle
CB Kemon Hall
S Ji'Ayir Brown
OL Jake Brendel, QB Brandon Allen
RB Elijah Mitchell
RB Jordan Mason
DL Kalia Davis
OL Colton McKivitz
LS Taybor Pepper
DL Javon Hargrave, DL T.Y. McGill
TE Cameron Latu
LB Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles
CB Isaac Yiadom
OL Ben Bartch
QB Brock Purdy
K Jake Moody
DL Yetur Gross-Matos
QB Josh Dobbs
CB Darrell Luter Jr.
OL Aaron Banks
LB Ezekiel Turner
TE Brayden Willis
DL Jordan Elliott
OL Jarrett Kingston
CB Chase Lucas
