49ers sign WR Xavier Smith to practice squad after Pettis injury
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 7:36 PM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers added wide receiver Xavier Smith to their practice squad on October 7 after Dante Pettis was placed on injured reserve due to a calf injury sustained during practice. Smith, a former undrafted rookie from Florida A&M, was waived by the Los Angeles Rams on October 2. In his time with the Rams, he played in three games this season, primarily as a punt and kickoff returner. The 49ers' decision to bolster their wide receiver depth reflects their ongoing adjustments amid injuries.
- •Dante Pettis placed on practice squad injured reserve.
- •Xavier Smith signed to replace Pettis on October 7.
- •Smith previously played with the Los Angeles Rams.
- •He recorded 20 receptions for 309 yards in his career.
- •49ers seek to enhance speed in their receiving group.
- 7:36 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers sign former Rams WR after 4-0 start
- 7:10 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers add former Rams WR to practice squad after another WR injury
- 7:07 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers sign former Rams wide receiver to the practice squad
"The San Francisco 49ers on Wednesday before their Week 5 practices began made a swap at WR after an injury on the practice squad.
"The San Francisco 49ers continue making moves at wide receiver after an impressive opening to the 2026 season.
"Dante Pettis was placed on the Practice Squad Injured Reserve with a calf injury
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsOct 7, 2026, 7:36 PM49ers sign former Rams WR after 4-0 start
The San Francisco 49ers continue making moves at wide receiver after an impressive opening to the 2026 season.
- Yahoo SportsOct 7, 2026, 7:10 PM49ers add former Rams WR to practice squad after another WR injury
The San Francisco 49ers on Wednesday before their Week 5 practices began made a swap at WR after an injury on the practice squad.
- Yahoo SportsOct 7, 2026, 7:07 PM49ers sign former Rams wide receiver to the practice squad
Dante Pettis was placed on the Practice Squad Injured Reserve with a calf injury
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