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49ers WR Injury Crisis Deepens
10 Oct
Summary
- Multiple 49ers wide receivers are sidelined with significant injuries.
- Dante Pettis was released from injured reserve after a brief return.
- The team signed Xavier Smith to the practice squad amidst roster moves.
The San Francisco 49ers are grappling with a severe injury crisis, particularly at the wide receiver position. Ricky Pearsall is out for the season following PCL surgery, while rookie De'Zhaun Stribling faces at least 10 weeks on the sideline with a torn deltoid. Demarcus Robinson is also dealing with a long-term high-ankle sprain. Christian Kirk has been on injured reserve since the preseason, and Mike Evans has been managing a significant rib injury.
Amidst these setbacks, the 49ers have made several roster adjustments. After initially signing Brandin Cooks for depth, the team reunited with former second-round pick Dante Pettis. However, Pettis's return was brief, as an injury during practice led to his release from injured reserve with a settlement.
In response to Pettis's departure, San Francisco signed Xavier Smith, a former Rams wide receiver, to their practice squad. This move aims to provide immediate depth. The team also released defensive lineman Ogbo Okoronkwo to make room for 2025 first-round pick Mykel Williams, who is expected to debut after recovering from an ACL tear. Further defensive concerns include Nick Bosa's calf injury and the uncertain availability of cornerback Upton Stout and safety Marques Sigle due to shoulder and other injuries, respectively. Defensive tackle James Thompson is also unlikely to play due to a high-ankle sprain.
