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49ers release Naquan Jones to make room for Dre Greenlaw

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 8:21 PM

Last updated Oct 21, 2026

49ers release Naquan Jones to make room for Dre Greenlaw

Summary

The San Francisco 49ers released defensive lineman Naquan Jones on October 20, 2026, to clear a roster spot for linebacker Dre Greenlaw, who is returning from a one-game suspension. Greenlaw was suspended after a second-quarter incident during a game against the Seattle Seahawks. The 49ers won their most recent game against the Washington Commanders, 23-17, bringing their record to 6-0 in the 2026 NFL season. Greenlaw had recorded 37 tackles in five games prior to his suspension and will now prepare for the upcoming matchup against the Atlanta Falcons.

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Status Watch

•49ers released Naquan Jones on October 20, 2026.
•Greenlaw suspended for unsportsmanlike conduct against Seahawks.
•49ers defeated Commanders 23-17, improving to 6-0.
•Jones registered two tackles in three games this season.
•Greenlaw recorded 37 tackles in five games before suspension.

Latest Updates

8:21 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers Free Up Roster Spot for Dre Greenlaw’s Return From Suspension

What they're saying

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Dre Greenlaw is having a good 2026 NFL season with the San Francisco 49ers so far. The team has been amazing this campaign, winning all 6 of their games they have participated in. The team recently beat the Washington Commanders with a score of 23-17. Despite their Week 6 victory, linebacker Greenlaw was absent due […] The post 49ers Free Up Roster Spot for Dre Greenlaw’s Return From Suspension appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
— Yahoo Sports

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