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.