Matt Barrows is a senior writer for The Athletic, where he has covered the 49ers since 2003. With a focus on competitive sports, professional sports, and the business of sports, he brings a wealth of experience from his previous role at The Sacramento Bee and other publications. His work has been featured in outlets such as The New York Times, Honolulu Star-Advertiser, and BVM Sports.
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Matt Barrows' focus is mainly on sports, particularly football and the San Francisco 49ers. His coverage revolves around expert commentary, investment analysis, announcements, event coverage, and breaking news related to these topics. If you want to reach out effectively to Matt Barrows, consider offering expert insights into player performance or strategy for upcoming games involving the San Francisco 49ers.
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The 49ers are placing wide receiver Ricky Pearsall on season-ending injured reserve with a knee injury.
By: Matt Barrows
The 49ers had a deluge of injuries at defensive end. So many, in fact, that they had just three true ends by the end of Saturday's practice.
By: Matt Barrows
The 49ers' first impression of the fifth-round rookie tackle — he's fast and eager to learn.
By: Matt Barrows
The 49ers practiced Monday without three of their top four draft picks and without Evans, who is nursing a quadriceps strain.
By: Matt Barrows
The roster battles the 49ers anticipated this summer? Most have fizzled early because of a spate of injuries.
By: Vic Tafur, Matt Barrows
Brock Purdy was sharp Wednesday despite missing several top receivers, and receiver Jordan Watkins continues to be a popular target.
By: Matt Barrows
Shanahan suffered a concussion, broken ribs and other injuries after turning into oncoming traffic and hitting another car on July 14.
By: Matt Barrows
The rookie returned to practice last week and picked up where he left off — making tough catches in the middle of the field.
By: Matt Barrows
De'Zhaun Stribling lands in the top spot as expected, but two undrafted rookies make the Top 10.
By: Matt Barrows
Despite practicing without Nick Bosa and Mykel Williams, the 49ers' pass rush and pass defense got the best of the Titans on Tuesday.
