Analyst shares bold predictions for 49ers in 2026 NFL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 4:15 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Sports Illustrated's Conor Orr has forecasted various outcomes for the San Francisco 49ers in the 2026 NFL season. Predictions include De'Zhaun Stribling outperforming a first-round pick in key receiving metrics and Mike Evans catching 10 touchdown passes. Orr also anticipates the team may complain about travel issues following a season opener in Australia. The analyst projects the 49ers to finish with an 11-6 record, placing third in the NFC West. These predictions add to the excitement as training camp approaches and the regular season nears.
- •De'Zhaun Stribling expected to excel as a receiver in 2026.
- •Mike Evans projected to catch 10 touchdowns for San Francisco.
- •49ers may face long wait times after season opener in Australia.
- •San Francisco is predicted to finish 11-6 in the NFC West.
- •Joey and Nick Bosa could play together for the first time in 2026.
- 4:15 AMYahoo Sports — Analyst has 10 (mostly positive) bold predictions about 49ers for 2026
"A lot of interesting things could happen to the San Francisco 49ers in 2026, and Sports Illustrated made some predictions.
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