RB Aaron Jones active for Packers vs 49ers
Running back Aaron Jones is active for the Green Bay Packers against the San Francisco 49ers after missing the previous two games with a calf injuryNOVEMBER 6, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
JORDAN REED
Activated for Thursday night The 49ers activated Reed (knee) from injured reserve ahead of Thursday's game against the Packers, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Reed's return provides some much-needed aid to the 49ers' pass-catching corps, which will be missing all of George Kittle (foot), Deebo Samuel (hamstring, reserve/COVID-19 list), Brandon Aiyuk (reserve/COVID-19 list), Kendrick Bourne (reserve/COVID-19 list), Raheem Mostert (ankle) and Tevin Coleman (knee). The absence of Kittle in particular -- perhaps for the remainder of the season -- should open up plenty of volume in the passing game for Reed moving forward, but the 30-year-old isn't a lock to take on a major workload as he returns from the left knee sprain that has sidelined him since Sept. 27. David Lombardi of The Athletic speculates that Reed could be on an unspecified "pitch count" Thursday, though the tight end should be a preferred target for quarterback Nick Mullens on whatever snaps he does end up playing.
NOVEMBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Likely to be activated Thursday The 49ers are expected to activate Reed (knee) from injured reserve prior to Thursday's contest against the Packers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Impact The 49ers opened up Reed's 21-day practice window last Wednesday, and coach Kyle Shanahan implied the tight end would have been limited at Tuesday's practice if he was required to be listed on the injury report, per Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com. If Reed bumps to the active roster, he'll fill in some of the void left behind by George Kittle, who may miss most of the rest of the season due to a broken cuboid bone in his foot.
NOVEMBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
To be 'limited' Tuesday Coach Kyle Shanahan said Reed (knee) will be "limited" at Tuesday's practice, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Reed still resides on injured reserve, so the 49ers won't be listing him on Tuesday's injury report. However, it bears wondering if he'll have to put in a "full" session before the team will consider activating him from IR. Once Reed is cleared to return, he could fill a major void in the passing game with George Kittle (foot) likely out for the rest of the season. Until then, Ross Dwelley will be the primary TE in San Francisco.
NOVEMBER 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Losses mount for 49ers on field and with injuries
The losses for the San Francisco 49ers kept piling up even after they got home following their latest defeat in SeattleNOVEMBER 2, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Starting role opens up Reed (knee) could have a major role in the 49ers' passing game once activated with George Kittle (foot) expected to be sidelined for eight weeks, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Impact Kittle could miss the rest of the season with a broken bone in his foot, which opens up a significant target share in San Francisco's passing game. Reed was designated to return from injured reserve last week and is back practicing, and coach Kyle Shanahan said Sunday he's optimistic Reed could be ready for Thursday's matchup with the Packers. The 30-year-old caught nine passes for 73 yards and two touchdowns during Kittle's two-game absence earlier this season, though he went down with the knee injury during the second of those two contests. Ross Dwelley may also have an increased role with Kittle sidelined, but Reed is clearly the better option in the passing game when healthy.
NOVEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Coach hoping for Week 9 return Coach Kyle Shanahan said after Sunday's loss to Seattle that he's optimistic about Reed's (knee) chances of returning Thursday against the Packers, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay A...
Impact The importance of Reed's status will be magnified if George Kittle (foot) is unable to suit up after exiting in the loss to the Seahawks. Kittle will go for an MRI on Monday, while Reed -- who scored two touchdowns while filling in for an injured Kittle back in Week 2 -- will need to come off IR before suiting up Thursday.
NOVEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Looking uncertain for Sunday Reed (knee) could be treated as a game-time decision for Sunday's matchup with Seattle, but coach Kyle Shanahan said the 49ers' other players returning from injured reserve are mor...
Impact Shanahan was referring to RB Tevin Coleman (knee) and CB K'Waun Williams (knee), both of whom were designated to return from injured reserve and participated in practice this week. Reed followed the same plan, but his lengthy medical history could inspire a more cautious approach. Plus, he might only see a few targets per game once he's ready, as George Kittle has been healthy for the past month.
OCTOBER 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Samuel, Wilson to miss 49ers game vs. Seahawks
The San Francisco 49ers will be without receiver Deebo Samuel and running back Jeff Wilson Jr. for their game against the Seattle SeahawksOCTOBER 30, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Do-everything LB Fred Warner helps stead banged-up 49ers D
San Francisco’s secondary has been decimated by injuriesOCTOBER 28, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Designated for return The 49ers designated Reed (knee) to return from injured reserve Wednesday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Impact The transaction initiates a 21-day window for Reed to be evaluated at practice. Once the 49ers deem him ready for game action, Reed should slot in as the top backup to starting tight end George Kittle.
OCTOBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Sprints on side Thursday Reed (knee) was seen sprinting on a side field at Thursday's practice, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Reed fared well as a George Kittle replacement Weeks 2 and 3, combining for nine catches (on 14 targets) for 73 yards and two touchdowns. In the second contest, though, he sprained his left knee and was given a prognosis of 6-to-8 weeks to recover. If he follows the early end of that timetable, Reed will be sidelined through Week 9. That said, the fact he's progressed to sprinting may mean he's further ahead in his recovery than expected. Still, the 49ers have yet to open his 21-day window to return to action.
OCTOBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Kyle Allen likely remains starting QB for 1-5 Washington
Kyle Allen almost beating the previously winless New York Giants is likely enough to keep his job as Washington's starting quarterbackOCTOBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
49ers activate Samuel, promote Hasty from practice squad
The San Francisco 49ers have activated receiver Deebo Samuel from injured reserve and promoted running back JaMycal Hasty to the active rosterOCTOBER 3, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Slides over to IR Reed (knee) was moved to injured reserve Saturday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Impact Reed is expected to be out 6-to-8 weeks due to a left knee sprain, so this always felt like the logical conclusion. Ross Dwelley is slated to back up George Kittle, who will make his return Sunday against the Eagles following a two-game absence.
OCTOBER 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
49ers QB Garoppolo sidelined by ankle for 2nd straight game
Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo will miss his second straight start with a sprained ankle for the San Francisco 49ers, clearing the way for Nick Mullens to make another startOCTOBER 2, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
49ers rookie DT Javon Kinlaw is his own toughest critic
Javon Kinlaw is his own toughest criticOCTOBER 2, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
49ers begin week with Mullens at QB in place of Garoppolo
The San Francisco 49ers have begun a second straight week of practice with Nick Mullens at quarterback in place of injured starter Jimmy GaroppoloSEPTEMBER 30, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
49ers have satisfying finish to East Coast trip
As disheartening as the start of their two-game trip East was for the San Francisco 49ers was, the finish was just a satisfyingSEPTEMBER 29, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Could be out 6-to-8 weeks Coach Kyle Shanahan said Reed may be out 6-to-8 weeks due to a left knee sprain, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Reed was nicked up twice during Sunday's win versus the Giants, suffering an ankle injury first before being knocked out for good with the knee injury. The 49ers placed Reed on IR on Monday, and while he can technically be activated as of Oct. 25 to play at New England, it appears his absence will extend into November. Meanwhile, the team will evaluate top tight end George Kittle at Wednesday's practice to determine if a return Week 4 against the Eagles is possible. If not, Ross Dwelley will assume the role of No. 1 TE in San Francisco in the short term.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Heading to injured reserve The 49ers placed Reed (knee) on injured reserve Monday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Reed suffered a pair of left leg injuries during Sunday's win against the Giants, the latter of which has been determined to be a sprained knee. The issue will force him to miss at least the next three games, making his next chance to suit up Oct. 25 at New England. Elsewhere in the 49ers' group of tight ends, George Kittle has missed the last two contests due to an MCL sprain and bone bruise in his left knee, and it's unclear yet if he'll be able to return this Sunday versus the Eagles. In Week 3, Ross Dwelley filled in for both of them, catching all four passes for 49 yards.
SEPTEMBER 28, 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 turfSEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Won't return Sunday The 49ers ruled Reed (knee/ankle) out of Sunday's contest versus the Giants, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Impact Reed performed admirably Week 2 against the Jets in place of George Kittle (knee), hauling in seven of eight passes for 50 yards and two touchdowns. That said, Reed was in and out during the first half of Sunday's game, having his left ankle examined first before his left knee forced him out for good. He'll finish with two catches (on six targets) for 23 yards. For the rest of the 49ers' Week 3 tilt, Ross Dwelley will serve as the team's No. 1 tight end.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Getting looked at by training staff Reed had his left knee examined on the sideline during the second quarter of Sunday's game versus the Giants, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Impact It was the second time Reed left the contest after having his left ankle or foot looked at in the first quarter. As the 49ers went to the locker room at halftime, he walked slowly with his teammates, per Chan. If Reed eventually is ruled out, the team will be down to Ross Dwelley and Charlie Woerner at tight end.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to game Reed (ankle) returned to Sunday's game against the Giants, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Good news for the banged up 49ers, who are already without star tight end George Kittle (knee) this week. Reed should thus remain a key target for QB Nick Mullens in Week 3.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
