49ers introduce Brandin Cooks as new wide receiver addition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
Brandin Cooks has joined the San Francisco 49ers, receiving endorsements from head coach Kyle Shanahan and running back Christian McCaffrey. Shanahan praised Cooks' experience and skills, noting he has admired the receiver for a decade. Cooks, who has 734 catches and 9,811 yards over 12 seasons, aims to bolster a 49ers receiving corps dealing with injuries. Despite recent struggles, Cooks’ speed aligns well with the team's offensive scheme. Shanahan indicated Cooks will need time to learn the system before he becomes active during games.
- •Cooks has caught 734 passes for 9,811 yards in his career.
- •Shanahan admires Cooks' play, having followed him for ten years.
- •Injuries have impacted the 49ers' receiver lineup significantly.
- •McCaffrey emphasizes Cooks' speed could enhance the offense.
- •Cooks will need time to acclimate to the 49ers' system.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers head coach, offensive star explain what new WR brings to SF
"Brandin Cooks already has a glowing endorsement from his head coach and running back.
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