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The 49ers say they’re investigating a conspiracy-theory claim that a neighboring, expanded electrical substation near their Santa Clara practice facility could be contributing to injuries, with John Lynch stressing the team will look into everything for players’ health and safety after a 2025 season that saw multiple stars—Nick Bosa, Fred Warner, Brock Purdy, Brandon Aiyuk, George Kittle—miss significant time.
The San Francisco 49ers say they are broadening their injury investigation to consider every possible factor, including a viral EMF/substation theory linked to player injuries. While the theory has been debunked, GM John Lynch insists the team will examine all possibilities and review injury prevention strategies after a season with several key players sidelined.
The 49ers are investigating a conspiracy theory that a nearby electrical substation and low-frequency electromagnetic fields could be linked to their injury-prone season; experts largely dismiss the idea, there’s no solid evidence, and the team is merely conducting due diligence as some players seek more information.
The nonprofit Educational Media Foundation (EMF) has been quietly acquiring radio stations across the country, replacing local rock stations with its Christian rock format. EMF, the second-largest station owner in the US, operates under the guise of a not-for-profit organization, exploiting loopholes to expand its reach and influence. Critics argue that EMF's conservative Christian music reflects the values of the religious right and has led to the near-demise of local radio, while also limiting diversity in the genre. The organization's aggressive expansion and use of FCC policies have raised concerns about its impact on the radio landscape and the future of local music and voices.