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Leonard Floyd and Maliek Collins are expected to be new starters on the 49ers' D-line, while longtime mainstay Arik Armstead departs.
David Lombardi43
The 49ers, who were forced to make a pair of midseason trades at defensive end in 2023, have to find a better Nick Bosa bookend this year.
Matt Barrows61
Among the candidates — someone who not only is very familiar with the 49ers but who helped create the archetype for 49ers' recent defenses.
Matt Barrows253
Jauan Jennings, Nick Bosa and Chris Conley stood out in the Super Bowl loss. Some of their teammates, however, failed to deliver.
Matt Barrows146
Greenlaw's Achilles injury drew tears from Fred Warner at halftime — and more would come later after the 49ers lost the Super Bowl.
David Lombardi226
Four years ago, a powerful Chiefs offense overcame a dominant 49ers defense. This year's showdown looks much different on paper.
David Lombardi270
Will the 49ers finally deliver a complete game in the playoffs? Or will there be a repeat of the disappointment four years ago?
David Lombardi87
Kansas City's offense has worked out its kinks but Nick Bosa can be pivotal for San Francisco's defense.
Ted Nguyen70
Nick Bosa's Saturday talks are essential moments. "Everybody runs out and kind of gets close," Bosa said, "'cause I don't speak that loud."
Tim Kawakami116
Nick Bosa said the 49ers need to play like they're the only defender on the field — a mindset missing in the first two playoff games.
Matt Barrows122
Where will the 49ers stay, where will they practice and what will they wear on game day? You can find all your Super Bowl answers here.
Matt Barrows132
Sunday's standouts included fullback Kyle Juszczyk, left tackle Trent Williams and cornerback Charvarius Ward, who was targeted just once.
This year’s 49ers know how to survive grimy games. And they know what they need to improve upon to avenge their 2020 loss to the Chiefs.
Matt Barrows49
The tight-knit 49ers don't want to let their teammates down. That goes double for Trent Williams, their most senior, most revered member.
Matt Barrows89
The Packers tried their best to take advantage of two season-long issues for the 49ers — poor tackling and a wobbly No. 3 cornerback.
Matt Barrows346
Beat writers Matt Schneidman and David Lombardi break down all angles of Saturday's divisional round game.
Matt Schneidman and David Lombardi176
The NFL would love to have Taylor Swift at the Super Bowl, but the Chiefs' run ends Sunday in Buffalo.
Vic Tafur101
The 49ers defense has been dominant when rested this season. It should have that advantage against Green Bay, thanks to the bye week.
David Lombardi86
Who'd have more sacks, Drake Jackson or Clelin Ferrell? How many rushing yards would the 49ers have? Many predictions came down to the wire.
The Athletic Staff29
As the 49ers get ready for the playoffs, their roster — in terms of health and flexibility — is in better shape than it was last postseason.
Matt Barrows55
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