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Dee Eskridge tries out for 49ers amid wide receiver injuries

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 10:47 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Dee Eskridge tries out for 49ers amid wide receiver injuries
Summary

Dee Eskridge, a former Seattle Seahawks wide receiver, is trying out for the San Francisco 49ers during training camp. The 49ers are dealing with injuries to receivers Ricky Pearsall and Christian Kirk, prompting the team to explore new options. Eskridge, a second-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, had a brief stint with the Miami Dolphins after being waived by Seattle in 2024. He gained notoriety for scoring his only NFL touchdown against the 49ers and has also recorded a notable kick return against them.

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  • •Eskridge is a free agent after being waived by Seattle.
  • •San Francisco faces injuries to key wide receivers.
  • •Eskridge scored his only NFL touchdown against the 49ers in 2021.
  • •He recorded seven receptions for 106 yards with Miami.
  • •The 49ers have brought in multiple receivers for tryouts.
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  • 10:47 PMYahoo Sports — A former top Seahawks draft pick is trying out for the 49ers
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A former Seahawk could return to the NFC West to play for the team he scored his only touchdown against.

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