49ers DT Alfred Collins out for season after injuring knee in Melbourne, Shanahan says

San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan says defensive tackle Alfred Collins is out for the season after tearing his patellar tendon.

• Sep 9

49ers expect Nick Bosa to play season opener in Australia vs. Rams

San Francisco 49ers star pass rusher Nick Bosa is set to play in the season opener against the Los Angeles Rams in his first game action since a tearing a knee ligament last September.

• Sep 8

49ers arrive in Melbourne for historic game in Australia vs. Rams

The San Francisco 49ers have arrived in Melbourne for their season-opening NFL game against the Los Angeles Rams at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Sept. 11.

• Sep 4

Netflix reportedly airing Week 1 matchup between 49ers and Rams in Australia

Netflix will air the Week 1 matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press on Thursday.

• May 7

Kickoff officially set for 49ers vs. Rams 2026 season opener in Australia

The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams will begin their upcoming season in the National Football League's first regular-season game in Australia, league officials said.

• Mar 25

49ers, Rams to play in NFL's first game in Australia

Two NFC West rivals, the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams, will face off in the NFL's first regular season game in Australia later this year, the league announced.

• Feb 5

Cat mistakenly left on a plane, takes 3 trips covering 4,500 miles

A Maine coon cat named Mittens made three trips in 24 hours between New Zealand and Australia.

• Jan 22, 2025