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49ers waive DE Takkarist McKinley after failed physical The San Francisco 49ers have waived defensive end Takkarist McKinley after he failed a physical.

NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM

49ers waive DE Takkarist McKinley after failed physical

The San Francisco 49ers have waived defensive end Takkarist McKinley after he failed a physical

NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Waived after failed physical The 49ers waived McKinley (groin) with a failed physical designation Friday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Impact For the second time in four days, McKinley was cut loose because of a failed physical. The 49ers did provide more clarity on McKinley's health, revealing a groin injury that likely was used as grounds for his release. When the Bengals waived McKinley earlier this week, the Browns and Raiders also tried to claim him off waivers, and it'll be interesting to see if they try again.

NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

May not be ready immediately The 49ers will have to assess McKinley (groin) to determine when he can play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact McKinley was initially claimed off waivers by the Bengals, but he was waived from Cincinnati after a failed physical. That won't be an issue in San Francisco, as Rapoport notes that the 49ers are at peace with McKinley's current health, but it seems like he won't be ready to contribute for his new team immediately. In any case, McKinley's first step will be to clear all requisite COVID-19 protocols so that he's eligible to enter the 49ers' team facilities.

NOVEMBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Claimed by 49ers The 49ers claimed McKinley (undisclosed) off waivers from the Bengals on Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact When the Falcons waived McKinley last week, the 49ers put a claim in but were beat out by the Bengals, who subsequently cut him after a failed physical. The 49ers were awarded McKinley this time, and he'll add depth and potentially start at defensive end, a position of need for the team. Furthermore, the team will see if there's long-term potential that's still apparent in the 2017 first-round pick, and he could be a developmental piece if that's the case. Regardless, McKinley will need to pass the COVID-19 protocols before suiting up for the team, and his first chance to play will be in Week 12 against the Rams. He'll become a free agent in March.

NOVEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Waived after failed physical The Bengals waived McKinley with a failed physical designation on Tuesday.

Impact The Falcons waived McKinley, their 2017 first-round pick, last week, and the Bengals picked him up off waivers in hopes of developing him into a lasting asset on the defensive front. However, the 25-year-old didn't pass his physical, and the team promptly cut him again. McKinley's focus will be on getting healthy and in good shape before signing with another team.

NOVEMBER 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Cincinnati Bengals waive DE Takkarist McKinley The Cincinnati Bengals cut ties with Takkarist McKinley.

NOVEMBER 17, 2020 • USATODAY.COM

Bengals Acquire Takkarist McKinley On Waivers The Bengals acquired DE Takkarist McKinley on waivers from the Atlanta Falcons. McKinley (6-2, 265), a fourth-year player out of UCLA, origi...

NOVEMBER 11, 2020 • BENGALS.COM

NY Jets should take a flier on former first-round pick Takkarist McKinley The NY Jets claim former first-round pick, pass-rusher Takkarist McKinley. The NY Jets have been struggling to find a consistent pass-rush p...

NOVEMBER 11, 2020 • THEJETPRESS.COM

Jacksonville Jaguars: Arguments to support acquiring Takkarist McKinley The Jacksonville Jaguars could use some help in their defensive front. A team can't have enough pass-rushers. In fact, every squad needs mor...

NOVEMBER 10, 2020 • BLACKANDTEAL.COM

Rapoport: Falcons waive Takkarist McKinley NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports that the Atlanta Falcons have waived defensive end Takkarist McKinley.

NOVEMBER 9, 2020 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

SF 49ers must claim former Falcons EDGE Takkarist McKinley The SF 49ers need edge-rushing help, and newly waived Takkarist McKinley could provide a boost on the cheap. With an added bonus. The SF 49e...

NOVEMBER 9, 2020 • NINERNOISE.COM

Cut loose by Atlanta The Falcons waived McKinley (groin) on Monday.

Impact McKinley recently expressed criticism of the Falcons' organization for not dealing him ahead of the NFL's trade deadline, and the team has now decided to simply cut bait with the 2017 first-round pick. The 25-year-old has missed five games this season due to a lingering groin injury, including Atlanta's two most recent contests, so his current health remains a question mark. Nonetheless, plenty of teams around the league are desperate for a boost at defensive end, so it seems likely that McKinley will be claimed off waivers Tuesday. Any team that does claim McKinley will also inherit his $875,000 contract for the rest of the season.

NOVEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Out Week 9 McKinley (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Denver.

Impact The 25-year-old continues to nurse the groin injury and will sit out Sunday's contest ahead of the Week 10 bye. McKinley is also facing potential discipline from the team for his public comments on not being traded ahead of the trade deadline, but it remains to be seen if the team is considering any type of suspension or benching.

NOVEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

At odds with team Interim coach Raheem Morris said that McKinley (groin) "will be held accountable" for posting a Tweet that voiced displeasure about the team failing to move him at the trade deadli...

Impact McKinley proclaimed that the Falcons turned down the opportunity to trade him for a second-round draft choice last year, and again this season declined fifth and sixth-round picks in exchange for his services. The team refutes having received any such offers, but McKinley is clearly unhappy with the situation in Atlanta, confirming Wednesday that he has requested trades each of the past two seasons. McKinley missed Thursday night's win over the Panthers because of a groin injury, but in four appearances this year he has produced eight tackles, seven QB hits and one sack. The Falcons declined McKinley's fifth-year option in April, meaning the 25-year-old is set to become an unrestricted free agent following the season.

NOVEMBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday McKinley (groin) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Carolina, Kelsey Conway of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact McKinley has been bothered by the groin all season, dressing for just four games to date. With trade rumors also swirling around the 2017 first-round pick, it's possible the Falcons are making sure his injury doesn't get any worse prior to any potential trade. If McKinley doesn't get moved, his next chance to suit up will come in Week 9 against the Broncos.

OCTOBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out practice McKinley (groin) was a non-participant at Tuesday's practice, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact The 24-year-old has been battling the groin injury for most of the season and has already missed three games, though he did play 22 defensive snaps during Sunday's loss to the Lions. McKinley may have a tough time getting ready on a short week for Thursday's contest at Carolina.

OCTOBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Sunday McKinley (groin) is active for Sunday's game versus the Lions, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact McKinley missed just one game due to this groin injury, and he'll return to a starting role at defensive end. The 2017 first-round pick has recorded seven tackles and a sack through three games this season, although he left early due to injury in two of those contests.

OCTOBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Week 7 McKinley (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Lions, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact McKinley is the only name on Atlanta's injury report, as the team has largely healed up. If McKinley can't go, Allen Bailey should see an increase in playing time along Atlanta's defensive line.

OCTOBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

No practice Wednesday McKinley (groin) was held out of Wednesday's practice session, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact The 2017 first-round draft choice got out to an effective start to the season with seven QB hits and a sack between Weeks 1 and 2, but a lingering groin issue has now held McKinley out for three of Atlanta's past four games. Injury woes are unfortunately nothing new for the 24-year-old pass rusher, as he dealt with repeated shoulder issues over his first three years in the NFL. Injury concerns could have been a primary reason for why the Falcons declined to pick up McKinley's fifth-year option in April, but if he can return in short order and reinvigorate his season, the UCLA product could hold value on the open market.

OCTOBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Vikings McKinley (groin) is ruled out for Sunday's game in Minnesota.

Impact McKinley began the week with back-to-back limited practices, but he was held out entirely during Friday's session, which could hint at a setback. As long as McKinley is unable to take the field, Allen Bailey and Steven Means will continue seeing increased opportunities on defense.

OCTOBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Held back during practice McKinley (groin) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact McKinley missed two straight games with a groin injury before returning in a Week 5 matchup against the Panthers where he aggravated the injury and left the game after logging just five defensive snaps. It's a positive sign that McKinley could practice in some capacity Wednesday, but his status Thursday and Friday will reveal more about his chances of playing Sunday against the Vikings.

OCTOBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves game Sunday McKinley (groin) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against Carolina, Myles Simmons of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact It's unclear how McKinley suffered the injury, but, he was forced to leave the contest in the first quarter. As long as the UCLA product is sidelined, look for Allen Bailey and Steven Means to see an uptick in snaps at defensive end.

OCTOBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Week 5 McKinley (groin) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Panthers, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

Impact McKinley is on track to retake the field versus Carolina after having logged back-to-back absences. The starting defensive end's return should be a notable boost for Atlanta's struggling defense.

OCTOBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Starts week with limited practice McKinley (groin) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact McKinley has missed the last two games with this groin injury. The 2017 first-rounder will hope to heal up in time for Sunday's home game against the Panthers.

OCTOBER 7, 2020 • ROTOWIRE