49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, represented by new agent Drew Rosenhaus, has filed paperwork to be reinstated and will report to the team on Friday. Aiyuk, 28, is healthy and ready to play after being on the left‑squad list all offseason. The team had kept him hoping for a trade, but now faces his $120 million extension with $76 million guaranteed. In 2024 he logged seven games, 23 catches for 351 yards and no touchdowns. The reinstatement is largely procedural, but it signals his return to the roster.
Brandon Aiyuk has filed paperwork for reinstatement and will report to the San Francisco 49ers’ facility on Friday, according to agent Drew Rosenhaus and ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The 2020 first‑round pick, who hasn’t played since tearing his ACL, MCL and meniscus in the Oct. 20, 2024 loss to Kansas City, remains on the reserve/left squad list after the 49ers voided $27 million of guaranteed money for missed rehab. With the 49ers sitting 6‑1, the team must decide whether to keep, trade, or release Aiyuk ahead of Week 9 vs. Las Vegas, amid a strained relationship with coach Kyle Shanahan and GM John Lynch.
After bringing DeForest Buckner back, John Lynch and the 49ers could still pull off some needed moves by the NFL trade deadline.
The Arizona Cardinals are demanding a high price—likely a Day‑2 draft pick—to trade pass rusher Josh Sweat, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz. Despite interest from the Cowboys, Packers and 49ers, Arizona rebuffed summer offers and has signaled it may keep the 29‑year‑old, who posted three sacks and four tackles for loss in eight games this season after signing a four‑year, $76.4 million deal with $41 million guaranteed. Sweat helped the 3‑5 Cardinals beat Dallas 33‑30 in overtime, recording a sack in Week 1.
The San Francisco 49ers remain among the premier offenses for fantasy football purposes entering Week 9 of the NFL season.
The 49ers unveil a dramatically upgraded hydrotherapy suite featuring a new in‑ground cold tub, five single‑person tubs, dual pools, deeper hot tubs, and an underwater treadmill that lowers players up to six feet for low‑impact rehab. Enhanced lighting, dehumidifiers and plants create a more inviting vibe, praised by Nick Bosa. Rookie Gracen Halton, now mentored by veteran DeForest Buckner, reflects on his journey from watching Buckner at Oklahoma to sharing a locker room. With the trade deadline looming, San Francisco still searches for a receiver and a pass rusher, eyeing Dallas’ George Pickens, while gearing up with eight defensive players for the upcoming Raiders game.
Former 49ers star Terrell Owens reveals on the Get To The Point Podcast that he was forced into an early NFL retirement despite being just 37 and on pace for another 1,000‑yard season. Owens, a 15‑year veteran who played for five teams and finished with 1,078 receptions and 15,934 yards, says politics—not injuries—ended his career after a meniscus tear sidelined him on Dec. 19, 2010. He recounts brief stints with Seattle and the CFL, and insists he’d still be ready to contribute if a team calls, leaving his NFL chapter feeling unfinished.
The Daily Hoosier breaks down week eight performances of former Indiana players in the NFL. Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza stays unused, while teammate TE Ian Thomas logs 29 offensive snaps and a TD. Giants LB Micah McFadden sits out his bye week after 14 tackles. Steelers TE Riley Nowakowski sees limited action, and 49ers DB CJ West remains on IR. Vikings WR Myles Price adds 72 kick‑return yards, and Jets WR Omar Cooper records 50 offensive snaps with two touchdowns. Chiefs OL Kahlil Benson starts at left tackle, and several alumni (e.g., Nick Westbrook‑Ikhine, Ke’Shawn Williams) are on practice squads. The roundup highlights who played, who was inactive, and each player's season totals.
The 49ers’ defensive tackle DeForest Buckner reveals he dreamed of joining San Francisco, stating the team was his only trade destination. Meanwhile, Cardinals guard Hjalte Froholdt describes his aggressive block on Cowboys safety Caleb Downs, emphasizing a cautious health approach before the matchup. Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald discusses the tough decision to bench starting guard Anthony Bradford after acquiring veteran lineman Quenton Nelson from the Colts, praising Bradford’s character while acknowledging the harsh reality of NFL roster moves.
The San Francisco 49ers are having issues with Eddy Piñeiro and while it is not so bad that they want Jake Moody back, he may now be the kicker for the Ravens.
After a devastating ACL/MCL tear and a costly contract dispute that sidelined him since October 2024, former 49ers star wideout Brandon Aiyuk takes a decisive step toward a comeback by hiring veteran agent Drew Rosenhaus, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The move follows the team's voiding of $27 million in guaranteed money and Aiyuk’s placement on the reserve/left squad list in December 2025. Rosenhaus says his goal is to get Aiyuk back on the field, marking the first major action in a potential return to the NFL after two years out.
Brandon Aiyuk hired a new agent, and the 49ers might soon be able to get rid of him in a beneficial manner.
The Indianapolis Colts lock up their emerging interior defensive lineman Adetomiwa Adebawore with a two‑year, $35 million extension, including a $13 million signing bonus, keeping him through 2028. At 25, Adebawore posts 19 tackles, four sacks and 14 pressures in eight games this season and is now the franchise’s top defensive tackle after trading DeForest Buckner and rumors about Grover Stewart. The deal makes him the NFL’s 25th‑highest‑paid interior lineman at $17.5 million per year, positioning him for a potential future market reset.
The 49ers worked out eight defensive players before facing the Raiders in Week 9 at Levi's Stadium, including five defensive linemen and three defensive backs.
Tuesday’s NFL roster moves see a flurry of practice‑squad shuffles and injury‑list placements across the league. The 49ers add DE Robert Beal, while the Bengals put DE Cashius Howell on IR. The Bills cut DB Chauncey Gardner‑Johnson. The Broncos revamp their practice squad with DB Ugochukwu Amadi, DT Jordan Miller and RB Jaret Patterson. The Commanders claim RB Robert Henry and place three starters on IR. The Eagles release WR Quentin Skinner and waive DB Jakorian Bennett. Multiple teams, including the Cardinals, Falcons, Jets, Lions and Patriots, also make key releases, signings and IR moves.
The San Francisco 49ers hosted a flurry of defensive prospects on Tuesday, inviting eight players to work out: DE Dominic Bailey, DB Christian Braswell, DT Matthew Butler, DT Aaron Graves, DB Kyu Blu Kelly, DB David Long, DT Chris Williams, and DT Kristian Williams. The most detailed background is given for veteran DB David Long, a former third‑round 2019 Rams pick who has bounced between the Raiders, Panthers, Packers, Giants, Colts, and Saints, most recently sitting on practice squads and dealing with injuries. The 49ers’ interest suggests they are scouting depth across the line and secondary ahead of the season’s second half.
After a Week 8 bye, the San Francisco 49ers remain tied for the NFL’s best 6‑1 record, but power‑ranking sites shuffle them. ESPN drops the Niners from No. 1 to No. 2 behind the Bills, who just thumped the Ravens 36‑10. NFL.com moves San Francisco up to No. 2, noting a healthier roster could keep them elite. The Athletic and CBS Sports also keep the 49ers at No. 2, while FOX Sports ranks them No. 3 after a bounce‑back from a 29‑20 loss to Atlanta. Meanwhile, the Jaguars, Broncos, Bears and Vikings surge or fall in the top ten. The rankings highlight health, recent wins over the Rams, Broncos and Seahawks, and upcoming matchups with the Raiders, Cowboys, Vikings and Seahawks.
The San Francisco 49ers add defensive lineman Robert Beal Jr. to their practice squad, bringing back the 27‑year‑old who was a 2023 fifth‑round pick from Georgia. After being waived in October 2025, briefly rejoining the active roster, and spending the 2026 season with the Miami Dolphins (two games, one tackle), Beal became a free agent when the 49ers declined his tender. The team now hopes to develop him further on the practice squad.
On their Tuesday off, the San Francisco 49ers held a rookie defensive tackle workout, featuring undrafted Tennessee graduate Dominic Bailey. The team recently cut practice‑squad DT Naquan Jones, leaving McKinnley Jackson as the only DT on the roster, while CJ West remains on IR. Bailey, a 6'3", 270‑lb senior who started all 12 games for the Vols, logged 109 preseason snaps with the Houston Texans, posting five solo tackles and three pressures but no regular‑season action. The workout hints at the 49ers seeking depth on the interior line.
The 49ers have signed defensive end Robert Beal Jr. to their practice squad, bringing back the 2023 draft pick ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Raiders.
The San Francisco 49ers didn't need to play a game to emerge as the biggest winner in the NFC West in Week 8.
The Brock Purdy‑Mike Evans duo has become the 49ers’ offensive engine in 2026, ranking fourth in the NFL with a 148.5 passer rating and +1.06 EPA per play. Evans has turned 25 of his 27 receptions into first downs or touchdowns, while Purdy’s 18.4% throw‑rate to Evans is the league’s second‑highest and none have been intercepted. Their chemistry shines in both early and later downs, especially in the clean pocket (154.6 rating, 14.3 yards/target) and against blitzes (158.3 rating, 19.1 yards/target). The pair’s performance is key to San Francisco’s Lombardi‑title hopes.
The Windy City Gridiron argues the Chicago Bears have become the NFL's top team after a dominant stretch in early November 2026. Since quarterback Caleb Williams returned from injury, the Bears have led 158:33 of 180 minutes, never trailed, and defeated recent Super Bowl participants—the Tennessee Titans and Arizona Cardinals. With new additions like Jeffery Simmons and a strong defense, the author contends the Bears now have the personnel to win a Super Bowl, even urging further upgrades such as Khalil Mack. The piece also notes the only real NFC threat is the 49ers and the AFC's Buffalo Bills.
Gridiron Experts’ Week 9 waiver wire list highlights streaming and depth options across key positions. Quarterbacks: J.J. McCarthy (Giants) earns a Superflex stream after a solid 20‑28‑252 debut and a favorable matchup at Philadelphia, while Gardner Minshew (Cardinals) becomes a starter but faces a tough Seattle test. Running backs: Mike Washington Jr. (Raiders) offers 25‑carry volume against the 49ers; Tyler Allgeier (Cardinals) provides big‑play upside if injuries persist; Kenneth Gainwell (Buccaneers) posts back‑to‑back 140‑yard games but meets a strong Bears run defense. Wide receivers: Makai Lemon (Eagles) delivers consistent PPR floor despite potential target drop with DeVonta Smith’s return, and rookie Jordyn Tyson (Saints) is a stash pending practice clearance. The piece flags each player’s role, matchup and fantasy value for Week 9.
The Falcons’ playoff hopes nosedive after a 0‑point shutout loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday, where Michael Penix Jr. threw four interceptions and the defense allowed 324 rushing yards. The defeat drops Atlanta to a +265 NFC South odds, trailing Tampa Bay (+184) and Carolina (+200). After a week‑earlier win over the 49ers, the Falcons now face a tough stretch: a game in Madrid against the Bengals, a home showdown with the Chiefs, then a bye before meetings with the Vikings, Lions, Commanders and Browns. To stay alive, they’ll need multiple upsets in the second half of the season.