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San Francisco enters its bye week absorbing the major defensive reunion with tackle DeForest Buckner as analysts weigh the front’s potential dominance. Speculation persists around wide receiver targets ahead of the deadline, though insiders anticipate conservative adjustments following the splash move. The roster also adjusted its secondary rotation after parting ways with cornerback Jack Jones.

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How the 49ers Plan to Replace Jack Jones After Releasing Him — Defensive coordinator Nick Sorensen must reallocate perimeter snaps among remaining defensive backs after the organization abruptly severed ties with the veteran.

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Jets’ Garrett Wilson Issues Message Amid 49ers Trade SpeculationHEAVY · Thu 3:11 AM ET
49ers no-show receiver in embarrassing Falcons loss still full throttle, seen flying planeNY Post Sports · Thu 12:01 AM ET
The 49ers Just Got Better Against Rams' Biggest WeaknessAthlon Sports · Wed 11:55 PM ET
Steve Young Makes Honest Statement on San Francisco 49ers’ Blockbuster TradeHEAVY · Wed 11:43 PM ET
What Grades Has the National Media Given the 49ers on the DeForest Buckner Trade?Athlon Sports · Wed 11:30 PM ET
The Falcons' Defense Creates 49ers Turnovers For The First Home WinAthlon Sports · Wed 11:10 PM ET
Pat McAfee Makes Strong Statement on 49ers, Colts Blockbuster TradeHEAVY · Wed 9:56 PM ET
DeForest Buckner Is The 49ers’ Desperate Defensive UpgradeAthlon Sports · Wed 9:54 PM ET
49ers Lead Garrett Wilson Trade Buzz, but Jets Star Says He Won’t Ask Out of New YorkRoundtable Sports · Wed 9:38 PM ET
49ers’ DeForest Buckner trade comes with harsh goodbyeNY Post Sports · Wed 9:08 PM ET
49ers Cut Veteran CB After Struggles in Loss to FalconsHEAVY · Wed 9:03 PM ET
49ers waive 28-year-old CB to make room for DeForest BucknerClutchPoints · Wed 7:15 PM ET

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Steve Young Feels 49ers Could Have ‘Top Five Defensive Front’ With DeForest Buckner — Franchise icon Steve Young projected the reacquired defensive tackle will elevate San Francisco among the league’s top five pass-rushing fronts immediately.

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How the 49ers Plan to Replace Jack Jones After Releasing Him — Defensive coordinator Nick Sorensen must reallocate perimeter snaps among remaining defensive backs after the organization abruptly severed ties with the veteran.

One Player Greatly Benefits From 49ers Releasing Jack Jones