Impact Verrett's first-half return represents a major boon for a 49ers secondary that's without Ahkello Witherspoon (hamstring), Richard Sherman (calf) and Emmanuel Moseley (concussion).
OCTOBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
JASON VERRETT
Returns from hand injury Verrett (hand) was able to return to Sunday's game against the Eagles, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Hurts hand on SNF Verrett (hand) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Eagles, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Impact Verrett has been playing a larger than expected role in San Francisco's injury-riddled cornerback corps, but the team will now need to dig even further into its depth. He's having a tough season on the injury front, having battled a hamstring injury earlier in the campaign.
OCTOBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Maiocco's Take: Feel Good Stories Jerick McKinnon, Jason Verrett Turned Starters vs. Eagles NBC Sports Bay Area 49ers Insider Matt Maiocco previews the Week 4 primetime matchup against the Eagles with a reshuffled 49ers roster.
OCTOBER 3, 2020 • 49ERS.COM
Why Jason Verrett should start for SF 49ers after Week 3 The SF 49ers got a surprisingly impressive Week 3 outing from cornerback Jason Verrett, and he should start the rest of 2020 if he stays hea...
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020 • NINERNOISE.COM
Set to start Sunday Verrett will start at cornerback versus the Giants with Ahkello Witherspoon (hamstring) inactive, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Impact Verrett has yet to play this season due to a hamstring injury, but he'll have an important role upon return to the lineup. The 49ers are down their top two cornerbacks with Richard Sherman (hamstring) on IR as well, so Verrett will look to slow down Darius Slayton and Golden Tate on Sunday.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Mullens to replace injured Garoppolo as 49ers starting QB
Nick Mullens will start at quarterback on Sunday for the San Francisco 49ers in place of the injured Jimmy Garoppolo but won’t have All-Pro tight end George Kittle as an optionSEPTEMBER 25, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
49ers All-Pro TE George Kittle feeling better by the day
The San Francisco 49ers finally have gotten some good news on the injury frontSEPTEMBER 24, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Banged-up 49ers prepare for Giants without Garoppolo
Jimmy Garoppolo missed practiced with a sprained ankle and is unlikely to return this weekSEPTEMBER 23, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Back at practice Verrett (hamstring) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Impact Verrett missed the first two games of the season due to a lingering hamstring injury, but he looks on track to return against the Giants on Sunday. The veteran cornerback will likely play a depth role in San Francisco's secondary.
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Chiefs missing 3 injured starters on defense vs. Chargers
The defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs are without three starters on defense against the Los Angeles ChargersSEPTEMBER 20, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Will remain sidelined Verrett (hamstring) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Jets, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Impact Verrett's absence will mark his second straight to kick off the season. He has been bothered by a lingering hamstring issue and will continue to take it slow in an attempt to avoid aggravating the issue further. His next chance to suit up will come in Week 3 against the Jets.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
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 kneeSEPTEMBER 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 HicksSEPTEMBER 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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 weekSEPTEMBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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 BuccaneersSEPTEMBER 13, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
49ers place WR Deebo Samuel on IR
The San Francisco 49ers have placed starting receiver Deebo Samuel on injured reserveSEPTEMBER 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 FranciscoSEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Unable to play against Arizona Verrett (hamstring) has been ruled out of Sunday's game versus the Cardinals, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Verrett has played just one game (14 total snaps) since 2017, and his 2020 debut is on hold. Although Verrett's role was in question, this means Ahkello Witherspoon and K'Waun Williams should both be locked into a consistent snap count Sunday.
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
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
Warner returns for 49ers; Samuel, Aiyuk remain sidelined
The San Francisco 49ers got one key defensive player back to practice in advance of the season opener but are still waiting to know the status of two of their key receiversSEPTEMBER 9, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Injures hamstring during practice Verrett strained his hamstring in practice Thursday, Grant Cohn of SI.com reports.
Impact It is reported to be a Grade 1 strain -- the lowest on the spectrum -- which hopefully means the veteran defensive back will not miss too much time. Verrett has battled through injuries the majority of his career, playing in just six of a possible 48 games over the last three seasons.
SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
49ers activate James, place Austin on IR
The San Francisco 49ers got one receiver back healthy and lost another for the long termSEPTEMBER 3, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
49ers GM John Lynch says Jason Verrett is hurt again, hedges interest in WR Sanu Cornerback Jason Verrett has another leg injury and could jeopardize his 49ers roster standing.
SEPTEMBER 3, 2020 • MERCURYNEWS.COM
49ers move practice to quiet stadium to prepare for opener
The San Francisco 49ers returned to the field at Levi’s Stadium for the first time since winning the NFC championship game there for a run-through before the season opener in a lit...AUGUST 28, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
