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49ers Reset Expectations as John Lynch Says Brandon Aiyuk Is 'Not Close' to Return

Aiyuk’s multi-structure knee damage requires milestone-based rehab that has pushed earlier target dates back.

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Brandon Aiyuk #11 of the San Francisco 49ers heads to the locker room prior to Super Bowl LVIII against the Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, NV.

Overview

  • Lynch reported no setbacks for Aiyuk and said the receiver must continue hitting recovery markers after ACL, MCL and meniscal damage.
  • George Kittle is progressing from a Week 1 hamstring injury and is first eligible to play in Week 6 at Tampa Bay, according to Lynch.
  • San Francisco activated veteran wideout Demarcus Robinson from a three-game suspension, adding help to a thinned receiver room.
  • Ricky Pearsall remains the team’s top receiving option and returned to practice after knee soreness, while Jauan Jennings has not practiced this week.
  • Beyond Aiyuk, Brock Purdy is trending toward a Week 4 return against the Jaguars, and Nick Bosa is on season-ending injured reserve with an ACL tear.