BRANDON AIYUK NEWS

Shines in Week 3 breakout Aiyuk brought in five of eight targets for 70 yards and rushed three times for 31 yards and a touchdown in the 49ers' 36-9 win over the Giants on Sunday.

Impact The rookie made a splash in his second NFL game, pacing the team in receptions, receiving yards and targets while also notching a 19-yard scoring rush late in the third quarter to give the 49ers key breathing room by extending the lead to 23-9. Aiyuk had generated a modest 2-21-0 line back in his Week 2 debut, but if Nick Mullens is forced to log another start in place of Jimmy Garoppolo (ankle) in a Week 4 Sunday night matchup against the Eagles, the chemistry the duo demonstrated Week 3 provides reason for optimism from a fantasy perspective.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Banged up 49ers win again at MetLife, beat winless Giants

The San Francisco 49ers didn’t need quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo and a slew of missing starters on the dreaded MetLife Stadium turf

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NFL Week 3 Rookie Preview: Jags' C.J. Henderson faces a tough test on TNF, 49ers need more from WR Brandon Aiyuk | NFL News, Rankings and Statistics | PFF PFF's Mike Renner takes a quick lap around the league to preview the rookies and their potential matchups ahead of Week 3.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020 • PFF.COM

Two catches in Week 2 Aiyuk caught two of three targets for 21 yards in Sunday's 31-13 win over the Jets.

Impact Aiyuk had a minimal impact in his NFL debut, as just two 49ers receivers were afforded more than three targets. It's a bit disappointing for the first-round pick, but now that he's healthy, he should be able to carve out an increased role. Deebo Samuel could return in Week 4, though, so Aiyuk will look to establish himself this Sunday against the Giants. However, it may be Nick Mullens under center if Jimmy Garoppolo isn't recovered from a high-ankle sprain.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

49ers blast Jets 31-13, but lose Garoppolo, Bosa, Mostert

Raheem Mostert ran for an 80-yard touchdown on San Francisco’s first play from scrimmage and Jimmy Garoppolo threw two TD passes before both players sat out the second half with in...

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

49ers rule out All-Pro TE George Kittle for game vs. Jets

The San Francisco 49ers will be without All-Pro tight end George Kittle this week because of a sprained left knee

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Trent Williams announces return with crushing block

Trent Williams seemed to take out all the frustration from sitting out last season on Arizona’s Jordan Hicks

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

49ers look to bounce back vs. Jets after tough opening loss

The San Francisco 49ers are heading across the country banged up and bitter after blowing a fourth-quarter lead in their season opener

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Defending NFC champ 49ers look to avoid 0-2 start vs. Jets

The San Francisco 49ers are playing the first of back-to-back games at MetLife Stadium with their matchup with the Jets this week and the Giants next week

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jeudy's two drops stick out as 1st-round receivers stumble

Denver Broncos top draft pick Jerry Jeudy says his pair of costly drops in his NFL debut will fuel him for the rest of his career

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ditches hamstring injury Aiyuk (hamstring) wasn't listed on the 49ers' injury report Wednesday.

Impact Aiyuk missed his first potential game as a professional this past Sunday, but the 2020 first-round pick now is poised to make his debut this weekend against the Jets. With the hamstring injury behind him, he may serve as one of Jimmy Garoppolo's top receivers right away. Not only is Deebo Samuel (foot) on injured reserve, but stud tight end George Kittle is tending to a sprained left knee. Currently, Kendrick Bourne, Aiyuk, Trent Taylor, Dante Pettis and newcomer Mohamed Sanu are the healthy wide receivers on the 49ers' roster.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Banged-up 49ers place CB Richard Sherman on IR

The San Francisco 49ers have placed star cornerback Richard Sherman on the injured reserve list and also could be without All-Pro tight end George Kittle this week

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Titans' Henry, Saints' Kamara among best bets to score

It’s Week 2 of the fantasy football season, and these are our top five best bets to score at the running back and wide receiver positions

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Agent: WR Mohamed Sanu agrees to 1-year deal with 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers have agreed to a one-year contract with free agent receiver Mohamed Sanu

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Could return Week 2 Coach Kyle Shanahan believes Aiyuk (hamstring) will return for Sunday's road game versus the Jets, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Aiyuk tweaked his left hamstring on Aug. 23 and was diagnosed with a mild strain that extended into Week 1 prep. After putting in a DNP/LP/LP practice regimen last week, he received a questionable tag but eventually was inactive this past Sunday against the Cardinals. His activity level at Wednesday's practice could be the first sign that active status is likely Week 2, but ultimately his availability could come down to the wire again. If he's able to return, Aiyuk likely would be one of the 49ers' top wide receivers due to the injuries that are littering the group, namely Deebo Samuel (IR, foot), Jalen Hurd (IR, torn ACL) and Richie James (hamstring).

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Sunday Aiyuk (hamstring) is listed as inactive Sunday versus the Cardinals, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Aiyuk will be sidelined for his first potential NFL action due to a mild hamstring strain that has plagued him since Aug. 23 and held him to a DNP/LP/LP practice regimen in advance of the season opener. With Aiyuk out and Deebo Samuel (foot) on injured reserve, the 49ers will be shorthanded at wide receiver. Kendrick Bourne, Trent Taylor, Dante Pettis and Richie James will be the options available to Jimmy Garoppolo.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Brady has Evans active vs. Saints despite hurt hamstring

Tom Brady might have top target Mike Evans to throw to in his debut for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

SEPTEMBER 13, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

49ers place WR Deebo Samuel on IR

The San Francisco 49ers have placed starting receiver Deebo Samuel on injured reserve

SEPTEMBER 12, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

49ers hopeful to be able to play opener despite smoky skies

San Francisco coach Kyle Shanahan remains hopeful the 49ers will be able to play their season opener against Arizona as scheduled despite poor air quality caused by wildfires in No...

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

49ers OL Trent Williams excited to return to action

Trent Williams has been envisioning this moment ever since he got freed from Washington and given a new football life in San Francisco

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Samuel out, Aiyuk questionable vs. Cardinals The San Francisco 49ers ruled receiver Deebo Samuel out for Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals with a foot injury and rookie wideou...

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • THESCORE.COM

Questionable to make NFL debut Aiyuk (hamstring) remained limited Friday at practice and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Impact Aiyuk closes out the week with back-to-back limited sessions after being held out entirely Wednesday. Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area believes the rookie could have a limited role even if he's active for the season opener, with the hamstring injury and corresponding missed practice time potentially restricting his involvement in the offense. There's also some concern that poor air quality in Santa Clara could force the NFL to relocate or postpone the game, so it's a messy situation all around. With Deebo Samuel (foot) already ruled out, the team has Kendrick Bourne, Trent Taylor, Dante Pettis and Richie James as its healthy options at wide receiver.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

49ers injury report: WR Brandon Aiyuk upgraded Other than that, the injury report did not change.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • USATODAY.COM

49ers teammates back Garoppolo after Super Bowl loss

The last time Jimmy Garoppolo was seen on the football field he was missing Emmanuel Sanders on a deep pass for a potential go-ahead score in what turned out to be a painful fourth...

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

49ers injury report: Brandon Aiyuk returns to practice 49ers rookie WR Brandon Aiyuk was back in practice Thursday for the first time since late August.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020 • USATODAY.COM