Raheem Mostert, the 49ers' original track-star RB, says patience is key for Isaac Guerendo (paywall)

"Asked about Guerendo and the challenges of learning the 49ers' system -- and satisfying Turner -- Mostert noted it took at least two seasons until he was truly comfortable running the outside zone. And he knows exactly what Turner is preaching to Guerendo in the running backs room.

Though the 49ers coveted his speed, they didn't want Mostert at full gallop all the time. Turner wanted him to regulate it. The goal is to find a balance between putting stress on defenders and allowing tight end George Kittle and the offensive linemen to get in position to create a run lane. It's when that lane starts to materialize that you kick into the extra gear.

"It's definitely tricky," Mostert said. "But then when you're at that point where you can hit it, though, it's nice."

Early on, Guerendo didn't have the timing or patience.

"When he was doing it at first, he would cut way too early and everyone would fall off and he'd get smoked by the D-line," Kittle said. "And I'd say, 'Hey, man, that's on you. You've got to stretch it.'"

Five 49ers to watch in Week 16 game vs. high-powered Dolphins

"Hufanga will be entrusted to keep the 49ers' defensive backfield on the same page, which will be important against Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, who leads the NFL with an outrageous completion percentage of 73.7."

Williams, Guerendo out for 49ers-Dolphins; Greenlaw questionable

"Left tackle Trent Williams also was ruled out due to an ankle injury. Jaylon Moore will start for the fifth consecutive game in place of Williams.

San Francisco listed defensive end Nick Bosa as questionable with hip and oblique injuries that kept him out of three consecutive games recently. He returned to action for the 49ers' Week 15 game against the Los Angeles Rams."

49ers vs. Dolphins: The Standard's 5 fast predictions

"Max McCaffrey, the older brother of superstar Christian McCaffrey, is also a Miami offensive staffer. The brothers were excited to execute an unusual apparel swap -- Christian's jersey for Max's coaching polo shirt. That, unfortunately, was foiled when Christian McCaffrey landed back on injured reserve earlier this month."

Kyle Shanahan shares final updates ahead of 49ers-Dolphins Week 16 matchup

"San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke with reporters after Friday's practice as the team prepares for its Week 16 matchup against the Miami Dolphins. Here's everything he said."

49ers find pass-rushing help in CBS Sports mock draft

"Nic Scourton is a powerful rusher who should squeeze the pocket."

CBS Sports ranks Scourton as the 16th-best prospect in the draft and the fourth-best at his position. Over the past two seasons, he has tallied 15 sacks, including a career-high 10 in 2023 while playing for Purdue.

This year, Scourton posted 37 tackles, including 14 for loss, and led the Aggies with 34 pressures, per Pro Football Focus."