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Aiyuk to Miss Early 49ers Games as Team Weighs Veteran Help

Shanahan projects Aiyuk back around Week 6 with veteran receiver additions under review for an injury-depleted corps.

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Overview

  • Brandon Aiyuk remains on the PUP list and will sit out at least the first four games of the 2025 season.
  • Kyle Shanahan said recovery timelines for injured receivers point to returns ‘around Week 6,’ which could range from Week 5 to Week 10.
  • Rookie Jordan Watkins is sidelined by a high-ankle sprain and Jauan Jennings continues to manage a lingering calf issue.
  • A short turnaround to the Week 5 Thursday Night Football game against the Rams makes an expedited comeback unlikely.
  • The 49ers are exploring veteran receiver signings but Shanahan cautioned that availability and salary-cap limits leave any additions uncertain.