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Brandon Aiyuk Impresses in Warmups but Will Begin Season on PUP

A pregame glimpse of Aiyuk running routes has prompted an NFL review of potential PUP violations.

Brandon Aiyuk #11 of the San Francisco 49ers catches a pass during warm-ups prior to the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium on January 08, 2023 in Santa Clara, California.
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Overview

  • Aiyuk was observed running routes and catching passes in warmups before the 49ers’ preseason game at Allegiant Stadium, drawing league scrutiny under PUP rules.
  • Coach Kyle Shanahan projects Aiyuk could return around Week 6 but confirmed he will start the season on the reserve/PUP list and miss the opener.
  • Quarterback Brock Purdy has praised Aiyuk’s physical progress and competitive mindset during his ACL and MCL rehab.
  • With Aiyuk sidelined, second-year receiver Ricky Pearsall has stepped up by catching multiple passes in the preseason and building chemistry with Purdy.
  • The 49ers have supplemented their receiver corps with veterans such as Demarcus Robinson and Russell Gage to ensure depth early in the regular season.