Kyle Shanahan unsure when Brandin Cooks will debut for 49ers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 3:00 AM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan stated he has 'no idea' when newly signed receiver Brandin Cooks will play. Cooks joined the practice squad following injuries to Mike Evans and Demarcus Robinson. With three practices ahead of the Week 3 game against the Arizona Cardinals, he and Jordan Watkins will compete for a game day roster spot. Evans' injury doesn't seem serious, and his availability could impact Cooks' chances of playing.
- •Cooks signed to 49ers practice squad as depth option
- •Evans and Robinson are currently injured
- •Cooks and Watkins competing for final roster spot
- •Three practices before Week 3 matchup against Cardinals
- •Evans' injury status remains uncertain
- 3:00 AMYahoo Sports — Kyle Shanahan has 'no idea' when Brandin Cooks will play for 49ers
"The newest San Francisco 49ers wide receiver may not even suit up in his first week with the team according to Kyle Shanahan.
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