49ers

In their Week 7 victory over the Falcons, 49ers TE George Kittle ended his 114-game reception streak but prioritized the team’s success over personal stats. With key defensive players sidelined, offensive lineman Colton McKivitz emphasized the need for the offense to step up, while WR Kendrick Bourne expressed optimism about Kittle’s and Ricky Pearsall’s return benefiting the overall offense.

Cowboys

• The Cowboys are in talks to extend WR George Pickens and have adjusted their defensive strategy in recent games.

Packers

• Packers HC Matt LaFleur noted RB Josh Jacobs’ eagerness for more practice reps, while WR Dontayvion Wicks is not expected to participate in practice soon.