After the 49ers’ bye week, head coach Kyle Shanahan announced the acquisition of former 49er defensive end DeForest Buckner for a fourth‑round pick and confirmed that Brandon Aiyuk will seek reinstatement, aiming to report Friday. He gave health updates: Nick Bosa feels ready for Sunday, while Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel and Christian McCaffrey missed practice, and Demarcus Robinson’s 21‑day return window is open but uncertain for the Las Vegas game. Shanahan hinted the roster could still change before the trade deadline, but said the Vikings’ wide‑receiver Jauan Jennings trade fell through after a FaceTime chat, as Jennings chose to stay in Minnesota.
Kyle Shanahan says he has no expectations for Brandon Aiyuk as the 49ers return from their bye. Plus, injury updates ahead of facing the Raiders.
Wednesday’s NFL roster moves see several teams activating players from IR and bolstering practice squads. The 49ers bring back DB Nate Hobbs and WR Demarcus Robinson, while the Rams activate TE Terrance Ferguson, LB Myles Garrett and RB Ronnie Rivers. The Patriots and Cardinals each designate two players to return from injured reserve. Meanwhile, the Buccaneers claim G Trevor Keegan and waive Luke Haggard, and the Vikings add RB DeeJay Dallas and T Corey Robinson. Multiple clubs—Bears, Browns, Lions, and others—sign a dozen players to practice squads, including RB Hassan Haskins (Browns) and LB Joe Bachie (Lions). These moves shape depth charts ahead of the weekend’s games.
Defensive end Maxx Crosby tells the Raiders he’s staying put despite swirling trade rumors. The veteran, who posted on X, said, “I love being a Raider… this is where I want to be,” as Las Vegas (4-4) heads into a Week 9 road game against the 6‑1 San Francisco 49ers. Crosby has posted 22 tackles, three sacks and a forced fumble through eight games, including a sack in the 38‑33 win over the Jets that snapped a four‑game skid. A failed trade to Baltimore—scrapped over knee concerns—adds context to his reaffirmed commitment.
Ahead of Sunday’s clash with the Las Vegas Raiders, 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan says he has "no expectation" for wideout Brandon Aiyuk and confirms the player is no longer an option for San Francisco, echoing his September remarks. Aiyuk, sidelined since a 2024 leg injury and reportedly seeking a trade or release, may attend Friday practice, but the team relies on its 6-1 record and is expected to explore trade market options before the deadline. The Raiders game kicks off at 4:25 p.m. ET.
The Denver Broncos have activated wideout Pat Bryant from injured reserve, giving the 23‑year‑old a three‑week window to practice before a roster decision. Bryant, a former Illinois starter and 2024 Second‑Team All‑Big Ten honoree, sprained his ankle in Week 4 against the 49ers. He’s on a four‑year, $6.58 million deal with a $1.43 million signing bonus and has logged nine catches for 133 yards and a touchdown in four games this season.
Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk files for reinstatement to the 49ers after a torn ACL/MCL injury sidelined him since Oct. 20, 2024. Despite his agent confirming he’s healthy, head coach Kyle Shanahan says he has "no expectation" and hasn’t changed his stance since September, even with the team’s receiver injuries. The 49ers voided $27 million of Aiyuk’s guaranteed money in July 2025 and placed him on reserve lists for missing rehab sessions. With the trade deadline looming Nov. 10, a trade or release is possible, but a reunion looks unlikely.
49ers DE Nick Bosa updates his calf injury, discusses his recovery and expected return, and shares his excitement about reuniting with DeForest Buckner.
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Brandon Aiyuk reports back to the San Francisco 49ers on Friday, forcing the front office into a scramble before the Nov. 10 trade deadline. The 28‑year‑old former All‑Pro’s contract will reactivate, adding salary pressure to a 6‑1 team already thin at receiver after injuries to Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel Sr., and the loss of Demarcus Robinson. General manager John Lynch must decide whether to keep Aiyuk, release him or trade him by Tuesday’s 4 p.m. ET deadline, with Washington’s interest waning after they signed Stefon Diggs.
Opta Analyst breaks down the 2026 NFL landscape after Week 8, separating true contenders from pretenders. The Chicago Bears lead the NFC North with an 85.2% playoff chance (6‑2) after bolstering their defense with Jeffery Simmons, while the Detroit Lions sit at 82.6% (5‑2) despite defensive inconsistency. The San Francisco 49ers dominate league‑wide with a 96% playoff probability (6‑1, +58 point differential, 51.6% offensive success). The Cincinnati Bengals rank second in team rating (13.29) and hold a 93.2% chance (offensive success 48.96%). Buffalo Bills (91.6% chance, 6‑1) and Jacksonville Jaguars (82.4% chance, 5‑2, +85 points) also feature strong cases, each with favorable remaining schedules. The analysis uses offensive/defensive success rates, point differentials and schedule strength to forecast the second half of the season.
The 49ers get Nick Bosa back at practice, but Deebo Samuel remains sidelined. Kyle Shanahan also updates Mike Evans, Christian McCaffrey and other injuries.
Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has filed paperwork to leave the San Francisco 49ers’ Reserve/Left Squad list, signaling a possible NFL return. After a torn ACL, a contract dispute, and $27 million in guaranteed money being voided, the 2024 four‑year, $120 million extension holder is now healthy, according to his agent and Adam Schefter. The 49ers must decide to keep, trade, or release him, and three teams are in the mix: the Kansas City Chiefs, who need a veteran target for Patrick Mahomes; the Los Angeles Rams, looking for depth alongside Davante Adams; and the Washington Commanders, where former college teammate quarterback Jayden Daniels could reunite with Aiyuk. A trade could give San Francisco cap relief while offering Aiyuk a fresh start.
The 49ers open a practice window for veterans as several key players remain sidelined. RB Christian McCaffrey (hamstring), WR Deebo Samuel (hamstring), WR Mike Evans (Achilles) and S Siran Neal (knee/foot) sit out Wednesday, while LB Garret Wallow, DE Nick Bosa, S Marques Sigle, LB Luke Gifford, CB Upton Stout, WR Demarcus Robinson, and CB Nate Hobbs are limited. Bosa’s calf healing allows him to practice, a positive sign. Coach Shanahan confirms IR exits Robinson (since Week 2) and Hobbs (mid‑August) are now eligible for practice, with Robinson already in a walk‑through. CJ West and rookie De’Zhaun Stribling remain out for now.
Sharp Football Analysis’s Week 9 fantasy worksheet highlights the Raiders‑49ers clash, noting a -10 spread favoring San Francisco and an implied total of 30.75 points. The Raiders sit last in defensive EPA over the past four weeks (-55.4) and allow a league‑high 3.48 points per drive, while the 49ers limit opponents to 6.3 yards per pass attempt (6th). Quarterback outlooks favor Brock Purdy, who returns from a bye with a 69.2% completion rate and strong deep‑ball stats, and Kirk Cousins, who has been a QB1 in six of his last seven games. Defensive returns could include Nick Bosa and Upton Stout for the 49ers, raising the stakes for both offenses.
The 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan says RB Christian McCaffrey (hamstring) and WR Mike Evans (undisclosed) will not practice this week, casting doubt on their availability for the upcoming clash with the Las Vegas Raiders. Defensive edge Nick Bosa (calf) is limited but may suit up, offering a potential boost to the pass rush. Meanwhile, WR Brandon Aiyuk is seeking reinstatement and could be released or traded. The injury updates raise questions about the 49ers' offensive firepower and defensive depth ahead of the November 4 game.
The 49ers' Kyle Shanahan discusses Brandon Aiyuk's future, DeForest Buckner's return and why Jauan Jennings turned down a trade as the 49ers prepare for Week 9.
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Former All‑Pro WR Brandon Aiyuk, who hasn't played since tearing his ACL, MCL and meniscus on Oct. 20, 2024, files reinstatement paperwork and plans to report to the 49ers Friday. His comeback is jeopardized by a Santa Clara County misdemeanor arrest warrant issued June 3 for allegedly speeding at 104 mph in a YouTube video posted Dec. 20, 2025. The legal issue surfaces as the 6‑1 49ers scramble for receivers ahead of a Week 9 clash with the Raiders, after injuries sidelined key targets like Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel. Aiyuk’s roster status remains uncertain with the trade deadline looming.
The trade deadline heats up with the 49ers eyeing a major addition, according to ESPN’s Nick Wagoner. On the Cardinals’ side, edge rusher Josh Sweat may need a salary sweetener, while safety Budda Baker becomes a potential target for the Bills or Jaguars, says Jeremy Fowler. Quarterback Jacoby Brissett, who restructured his deal for a midseason move, is headed to Baltimore, with the deal set to finalize after Thursday night. The Rams, meanwhile, sit out the market after reacquiring Myles Garrett and awaiting Davante Adams’ return from IR.
Washington Commanders interior defensive lineman Javon Kinlaw, a 29‑year‑old trade candidate, suffers a season‑ending torn MCL that required surgery on Nov. 4, 2026. The injury, first seen in Week 6 against the 49ers, kept him out of Week 8 and the matchup with the Eagles before he was placed on injured reserve. Kinlaw posted 13 tackles, one sack and three QB hits in six games. His potential trade to the New Orleans Saints is now doubtful, and his $12.9 million 2027 salary could free up $7 million in cap space if released. The Commanders also lose Daron Payne to a Jones fracture, prompting depth calls for Tim Settle, Shy Tuttle and rookie Ricky Barber.
The 49ers have moved WR Demarcus Robinson and CB Nate Hobbs off injured reserve, starting their 21‑day practice windows before activation. Hobbs, a 2021 fifth‑round pick, spent his rookie deal with the Raiders before signing a four‑year, $48 million contract with the Packers, which was terminated after the team declined a $6.25 million roster bonus. In 2025 he logged 27 tackles, two TFLs and two pass deflections in 11 games. Robinson’s status is also cleared for a return.
Brandon Aiyuk files for reinstatement and will report to the 49ers on Friday, but a trade looks unlikely after his offseason conduct, making his release probable. The article breaks down the cap hit: San Francisco must absorb $12.35 M of dead money in 2026 (offset by a $4.987 M credit next March) and $19.30 M in 2027, totaling $31.65 M. With the team already $31.54 M over the 2027 cap, Aiyuk’s $40.47 M figure looms large, though the Niners may seek additional credits as they reshape contracts this offseason.
The Las Vegas Raiders start practice Wednesday ahead of Sunday’s showdown with the 6-1 San Francisco 49ers, but outside cornerback Darien Porter remains absent after exiting the 38-33 win over the New York Jets with a groin injury. Coach Klint Kubiak will monitor Porter all week, and if he’s still sidelined, rookies Jermod McCoy and Zeke Masses are set to rotate. Reserve WR Cody White also skips the session, while DT Tonka Hemingway returns after a stinger. The 49ers are dealing with their own woes: Christian McCaffrey (hamstring) and Mike Evans (Achilles) sit out, and Nick Bosa (calf) practices limitedly.