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49ers respond to wide receiver injuries with blunt message to Brandon Aiyuk

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 7:08 AM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

49ers respond to wide receiver injuries with blunt message to Brandon Aiyuk

Summary

The San Francisco 49ers face serious challenges in their wide receiver group following multiple injuries early in the season. Ricky Pearsall is out for the year, with De’Zhaun Stribling and Demarcus Robinson also sidelined. Coach Kyle Shanahan ruled out any possibility of mending fences with Brandon Aiyuk amid these setbacks. Commentary suggests that the 49ers might benefit from Aiyuk's talent, but he has not sought reinstatement or shown willingness to return. Deebo Samuel expressed his excitement about playing at Levi's Stadium again following their recent win over the Miami Dolphins.

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Status Watch

•Ricky Pearsall suffered a season-ending injury.
•Christian Kirk is expected to return soon.
•Brandon Aiyuk is not seeking reinstatement with the 49ers.
•Deebo Samuel highlighted his connection with fans at Levi's Stadium.
•The 49ers are dealing with multiple injuries among their wideouts.

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7:08 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers Handed Blunt Brandon Aiyuk Message Amid Wide Receiver Injuries

What they're saying

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After Week 2, the San Francisco 49ers‘ wideout room has been hit by injuries dating back to training camp. Ricky Pearsall suffered a season-ending injury, while Christian Kirk should return at some point soon.Nonetheless, those injuries were before the regular season, and since then, De’Zhaun Stribling and Demarcus Robinson have gone down with injuries.As a […] The post 49ers Handed Blunt Brandon Aiyuk Message Amid Wide Receiver Injuries appeared first on HEAVY.
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