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Ameer Abdullah Ameer Abdullah Lands on IR with rib injury
Mon, Aug 11, 2025, 6:33 PM
The 49ers placed Abdullah (ribs) on injured reserve Monday.
Analysis: Abdullah joined the 49ers in late July due to multiple injuries to the team's backfield, but the 2015 second-rounder suffered a rib injury of his own during San Francisco's 30-9 preseason loss to Denver on Saturday. By being placed on IR, Abdullah will be forced to miss the entire 2025 season unless he reaches an injury settlement with the 49ers. Jeff Wilson was signed by the 49ers to a one-year contract in a corresponding move. |
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Jordan Watkins Jordan Watkins Has high-ankle sprain
Mon, Aug 11, 2025, 4:04 PM
San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan said Monday that Watkins is nursing a high-ankle sprain and will be out roughly one month, Vic Tafur of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Watkins suffered the injury during the 49ers' 30-9 preseason loss to the Broncos on Saturday, per David Lombardi of SFStandard.com, in which he corralled three of six targets for 56 yards. The timing of the rookie fourth-round pick's injury is discouraging, as he appeared to be putting together real momentum early in training camp, and injuries elsewhere in San Francisco's wide receiver corps had opened up real opportunity. His status now looks uncertain for Week 1 against the Seahawks on Sept. 7. |
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Brandon Aiyuk Brandon Aiyuk Could be ready for Week 6
Mon, Aug 11, 2025, 3:57 PM
San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan said Monday that Week 6 could be a realistic target for Aiyuk (ACL) to take the field, Vic Tafur of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Shanahan preempted the estimate by saying he hadn't given the date much thought, but Week 6 nonetheless seems like a fairly realistic target for Aiyuk, who is recovering from right knee surgery that he underwent last November to address ACL and MCL tears, to make his 2025 debut. In that scenario, Aiyuk would figure to begin the season on the reserve/PUP list, then begin ramping his activity level up before hopefully taking the field Sunday, Oct. 12 on the road against Tampa Bay. Even then, it's conceivable Aiyuk could get off to a slow start and ramp his way up to a full starting share of snaps, meaning it would incentivize fantasy managers to plan ahead and roster alternative options at WR. With Jauan Jennings (calf) and Jacob Cowing (hamstring) still not practicing, and Jordan Watkins (ankle) out about a month, Ricky Pearsall and Demarcus Robinson currently are operating as the 49ers' clear top two wide receivers. |
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Mac Jones Mac Jones Starts preseason opener
Sun, Aug 10, 2025, 3:59 PM
Jones completed four of seven pass attempts for 74 yards and an interception while rushing once for two yards in Saturday's 30-9 preseason loss the Broncos.
Analysis: Jones got the nod under center with starter Brock Purdy and the rest of San Francisco's key starters sitting out Saturday's exhibition opener. The veteran backup led a scoring drive that resulted in a Patrick Taylor rushing touchdown to open the contest, but he also committed a turnover on his third and final possession. Jones isn't facing any competition for the 49ers' No. 2 job as he continues to get acclimated with a new offense this preseason. |
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Jeff Wilson Jeff Wilson Reuniting with Niners
Sun, Aug 10, 2025, 1:52 PM
The 49ers signed Wilson to a contract Sunday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Wilson will join a Niners' backfield depleted with injuries to Isaac Guerrendo (shoulder), Jordan James (finger) and Ameer Abdullah (ribs). Wilson started his NFL career with the 49ers as an undrafted free agent in 2018 before being traded to the Dolphins in November of 2022. He appeared in nine regular-season games for Miami in 2024 and posted 16 carries for 57 yards and three catches on as many targets for 19 yards. Saturday's preseason game against the Raiders will be Wilson's first opportunity to audition for a spot on the Niners' 53-man roster. |
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Ameer Abdullah Ameer Abdullah Doesn't return Saturday
Sat, Aug 9, 2025, 10:49 PM
Abdullah was forced out of Saturday's 30-9 preseason loss to the Broncos due to a ribs injury.
Analysis: Abdullah was initially listed as questionable to return but never retook the field, though given that Saturday's affair was only a preseason clash, the 49ers may have simply taken a cautious approach. The 32-year-old veteran inked with San Francisco late July, and his next opportunity to take the field this preseason will come Saturday, Aug. 16 versus the Raiders. |
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George Kittle George Kittle Not expected to play Saturday
Sat, Aug 9, 2025, 7:16 PM
Kittle isn't warming up ahead of Saturday's preseason game against the Broncos and isn't slated to play, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The 49ers are holding out most of their regular starters for the preseason opener, as Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey and Ricky Pearsall, among others, are also apparently sitting out despite being healthy. With Kittle observing from the sideline Saturday, Luke Farrell figures to get a good look at tight end in his first game action with San Francisco since signing as a free agent during the offseason. |
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Brock Purdy Brock Purdy Not slated to play Saturday
Sat, Aug 9, 2025, 7:11 PM
Purdy didn't warm up and isn't likely to play in Saturday's preseason game against Denver, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Purdy is among a slew of 49ers healthy regulars, including Christian McCaffrey, George Kittle and Ricky Pearsall on offense and Nick Bosa and Fred Warner on defense, who don't appear to be playing in the preseason opener. Mac Jones figures to get a good look behind center against the Broncos. |
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Christian McCaffrey Christian McCaffrey Not on track to play Saturday
Sat, Aug 9, 2025, 5:20 PM
McCaffrey is not in line to play in Saturday's preseason opener against the Broncos, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle and David Lombardi of SFStandard.com report.
Analysis: With Isaac Guerendo (shoulder) and Jordan James (finger) both injured, Patrick Taylor, Ameer Abdullah, Ke'Shawn Vaughnand Corey Kiner are available to handle the 49ers' backfield reps Saturday. It's unclear if McCaffrey will see action next Saturday against the Raiders, but it wouldn't surprise us if the 49ers continued to play it safe with their star running back ahead of Week 1. |
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Ke'Shawn Vaughn Ke'Shawn Vaughn Back with Niners
Sat, Aug 9, 2025, 3:53 PM
The 49ers signed Vaughn to a contract Saturday.
Analysis: Vaughn will solidify the 49ers' backfield depth with Isaac Guerendo (shoulder) and Jordan James (finger) both sidelined for a few weeks. Vaughn spent most of the 2024 season on the 49ers' practice squad and played in three regular-season games, logging two carries for four yards. |
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Brock Purdy Brock Purdy Candidate to sit out Saturday game
Fri, Aug 8, 2025, 4:29 PM
Purdy is a candidate to sit out Saturday's preseason opener against the Broncos, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Per Inman, look for most of the 49ers' usual starters to sit out the contest, with coach Kyle Shanahan acknowledging that the team "won't play a ton of them. Doesn't mean we will rest all 22. But don't expect to see a lot out there" Saturday. With that in mind, it's worth noting that Purdy didn't play in San Francisco's preseason opener the past two years, but he did make cameos in the team's following exhibition tilts. |
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Equanimeous St. Brown Equanimeous St. Brown Lands on IR with foot injury
Fri, Aug 8, 2025, 4:23 PM
The 49ers placed St. Brown on injured reserve Friday due to a foot injury, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: St. Brown injured his foot during Thursday's training camp practice, just two days after signing with the team after Andy Isabella (ankle) was let go, per Matt Barrows of The Athletic. By being placed on IR, St. Brown will be forced to miss the entire 2025 season unless he reaches an injury settlement with San Francisco. |
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Jordan James Jordan James Breaks finger, out a few weeks
Thu, Aug 7, 2025, 3:04 PM
San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan said Thursday that James will miss a couple weeks due to a broken finger, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: James will require surgery to address his finger injury, ruling him out for Saturday's preseason opener against the Broncos and potentially also the 49ers' second preseason matchup, which will occur Aug. 16 versus the Raiders. With Isaac Guerendo (shoulder) also expected to miss a couple weeks, all of Patrick Taylor, Ameer Abdullah and Corey Kiner will benefit from increased reps behind star running back Christian McCaffrey. |
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Brandon Aiyuk Brandon Aiyuk Not expected for Week 1
Thu, Aug 7, 2025, 10:44 AM
San Francisco GM John Lynch said Thursday he "doesn't think" Aiyuk (ACL), who remains on the active/PUP list, will be cleared to play Week 1, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Lynch reiterated that there's still no official timetable set for Aiyuk's recovery from right ACL and MCL tears suffered last October, but it's no surprise to hear a lack of optimism regarding his Week 1 availability. Aiyuk has yet to practice in any capacity since undergoing right knee surgery mid-November of 2024, though the 49ers have expressed optimism in his rehab progress and he's remained active in meetings and as an 'unofficial coach' on the sidelines for teammates. Realistic expectations for Aiyuk should probably involve a slow start early in the 2025 regular season, with TE George Kittle, RB Christian McCaffrey, and wide receivers Jauan Jennings (calf) and Ricky Pearsall opening the year as QB Brock Purdy's top playmakers. |
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Patrick Taylor Patrick Taylor Extra work this preseason
Wed, Aug 6, 2025, 2:04 PM
Taylor should get an extended look this preseason after primary backup Isaac Guerendo (shoulder) suffered a multi-week injury in training camp.
Analysis: Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports that Guerendo is expected to miss a couple of weeks after injuring his shoulder in practice this past weekend. This opens the door for Taylor and rookie Jordan James to see extended run for the 49ers in Saturday's preseason opener against the Broncos, with the team likely limiting or sitting starter Christian McCaffrey for the exhibition. The 27-year-old Taylor produced a 39-183-1 rushing line as a reserve with San Francisco last season, a role he will be competing for once again in 2025. |
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Ricky Pearsall Ricky Pearsall Standing out at practice
Wed, Aug 6, 2025, 8:44 AM
Pearsall has impressed in recent practices and was a clear standout on offense Tuesday, connecting with quarterback Brock Purdy on five targets, Nick Wagoner of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Pearsall has been nearly uncoverable at recent training camp sessions, per Wagoner, with rookie cornerback Upton Stout named as one of the few players who's managed to challenge the second-year wideout. It's encouraging to see Pearsall already building momentum, given that a hamstring injury forced him to begin camp on the active/PUP list and had sidelined him during mandatory minicamp. With Jauan Jennings (calf) currently unable to practice and Brandon Aiyuk (ACL) without a clear timetable to return, Pearsall is currently operating as the 49ers' top wide receiver, with Demarcus Robinson and rookie fourth-round pick Jordan Watkins behind him. |
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Equanimeous St. Brown Equanimeous St. Brown Heading back to San Francisco
Tue, Aug 5, 2025, 6:37 PM
The 49ers signed St. Brown on Tuesday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Less than a week after being released by San Francisco, St. Brown is now back with the team, and he'll get another chance to compete for one of its last roster spots at wide receiver. In a corresponding transaction, the 49ers released wide receiver Andy Isabella on Tuesday. |
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Andy Isabella Andy Isabella Exits practice Monday
Mon, Aug 4, 2025, 7:32 PM
Isabella left practice Monday with an undisclosed injury, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The wide receiver signed with the 49ers on Thursday with the possibility of competing for a depth spot in a crowded receiver room. At the same time, Isabella was not able to elevate from Pittsburgh's practice squad in 2024, got cut by the Bills before last season and last caught an NFL pass in 2022 with the Cardinals. Any missed time will naturally hurt his chances of latching on to a roster spot. |
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Kyle Juszczyk Kyle Juszczyk Misses practice Monday
Mon, Aug 4, 2025, 6:16 PM
Juszczyk (Achilles) did not participate in practice Monday, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: The fullback initially suffered the injured Saturday when a teammate stepped on the back of his leg, per Matt Barrows of The Athletic. Juszczyk is "considered day to day," according to Barrows. The veteran is the only fullback on San Francisco's roster. |
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Jauan Jennings Jauan Jennings Sidelined by calf again
Mon, Aug 4, 2025, 2:41 PM
Jennings (calf) isn't practicing Monday, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Jennings was bothered by a calf injury during the offseason program and then aggravated it in the first week of training camp. He's been absent from practices for more than a week now, freeing up more first-team reps for Ricky Pearsall, Demarcus Robinson and Jordan Watkins. Fellow 49ers wideouts Brandon Aiyuk (ACL) and Jacob Cowing (hamstring) also haven't been practicing. |
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