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New York Times
18 minutes ago
- New York Times
The 49ers need wide receiver help. Here are 31 options, from most likely to least
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers are poised to go shopping following the NFL's cutdown deadline Tuesday, and wide receiver is in bold at the top of their list. Three of the team's top six players at the position — Brandon Aiyuk, Demarcus Robinson and Jordan Watkins — aren't expected to be available for Week 1, while the other three — Jauan Jennings, Ricky Pearsall and Jacob Cowing — have dealt with injuries at some point this summer. Cowing did not practice Wednesday, and Pearsall appeared to narrowly avoid injury after a collision in the end zone. Advertisement Which players might be available when teams trim their rosters from 90 to 53 players? We asked beat writers from coast to coast to name the best wideout their team could cut on Tuesday. There's no guarantee all of the names below will be available to sign or claim off of waivers, but all are on or near their squad's roster bubble. San Francisco is also monitoring the trade market, The Athletic's Dianna Russini reported. We've divided the list into four groups, ranging from players who would at least grab San Francisco's attention to those who are no better than the current 49ers receivers, whom they could likely land on their practice squad. All 31 teams are listed. Kendrick Bourne, New England Patriots: This will be the name that most excites 49ers fans — and perhaps head coach Kyle Shanahan — given Bourne's productive four-year tenure in San Francisco. He also had his most prolific season (800 yards and five touchdowns) with Mac Jones and the Patriots in 2021. It's easy to envision a scenario in which Jennings and Pearsall begin the season as the starters with Bourne playing out of the slot. Bourne, 30, could be the odd man out should New England go with a younger core at the position. Could the 49ers trade for Bourne if the Patriots don't release him? They might look at that closer to the trade deadline when the team's murky receiver outlook is clearer. Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Seattle Seahawks: New offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak likes Valdes-Scantling, with whom he also worked in New Orleans. The question is whether the 30-year-old veteran will be happy with a backup role in the Seahawks' receiving corps. If not, Seattle could release him, making him a candidate in San Francisco. Valdez-Scantling still has deep speed as shown by his 22.6-yard receiving average last season and he'd be able to quickly step into the 49ers' offensive system given his background with Kubiak. Other Seahawks who could be available include Dareke Young and perhaps special teams ace Jake Bobo. Advertisement Dante Pettis, New Orleans Saints: Before you freak out — Shanahan loved Pettis' route-running ability. He wasn't as happy with the 2018 second-round pick's toughness, which is why Pettis was cut midway through 2020. Like the players listed above, Pettis would be able to get up to speed quickly given his background with Shanahan and Kubiak (2024 Saints). He also returns punts. Veteran Donovan Peoples-Jones also could be available. Curtis Samuel, Buffalo Bills: There's at least some chance the oft-injured Samuel will be available in some form — trade or release — over the next week. Though he's underachieved since arriving in Buffalo last year, the 49ers might like his versatility, including being able to take snaps at tailback. Robert Woods, Pittsburgh Steelers: Woods' numbers have steadily dropped since he had a 1,134-yard season with the Rams in 2019. But the 33-year-old would be familiar with the offense, having spent five seasons under one Shanahan lieutenant, Sean McVay, and two under another, Bobby Slowik (Houston, 2023-24). Woods could be a reliable bridge to when Robinson and Aiyuk return. Malachi Corley, New York Jets: The 49ers hosted Corley on a pre-draft visit last year, and he was drafted in the third round by Robert Saleh's Jets. He remains raw as a receiver, but his ability to break tackles will remind some of Deebo Samuel. Another one-time Saleh favorite, Xavier Gipson, also could be available. Courtney Jackson, Denver Broncos: Like Corley, Jackson is a developmental player, though one with special teams value along with impressive quickness. The rookie ran a 4.38-second 40 — with a 1.5-second 10-yard split — in the run up to the draft. Mitchell Tinsley, Cincinnati Bengals: Tinsley made a splash on national television Monday with two catches for 73 yards and two touchdowns. The question now is whether the Bengals keep him, cut him or try to trade him. MITCHELL TINSLEY HAVE A DAY!!!! #CINvsWAS on @espn — Cincinnati Bengals (@Bengals) August 19, 2025 Justin Watson, Houston Texans: He's never been prolific, but Watson, 29, has 21 starts (including playoffs) for the Chiefs over the last three seasons. He also had 54 receiving yards against the 49ers in the 2023 Super Bowl. Ronnie Bell, Detroit Lions: Yes, yes, yes — we know his stint in San Francisco didn't go swimmingly (see: 2024 game at Los Angeles Rams). But Bell knows all three receiver positions and could get up to speed quickly. Advertisement Jalen Reagor, Los Angeles Chargers: He's the most experienced — 27 career starts — of the Chargers who might be available. Another possibility: Brenden Rice, son of Jerry. If Rice replaced Terique Owens as a 49ers developmental receiver, it would be … poetic. Trey Palmer, Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Receivers who run 4.33 40s at 6 foot 1 don't grow on trees. Veteran Sterling Shepard also might be available next week. Diontae Johnson, Cleveland Browns: Johnson, who once had 107 catches in a single season, is on his fifth different team in the past 18 months and is expected to be cut. Of course, the 49ers would have to look into why the talent-starved Browns released him. Skyy Moore, Kansas City Chiefs: The 2022 second-round pick could be available due to a lack of production this summer, coupled with a crowded Chiefs receiving corps. David Moore, Carolina Panthers: He's a journeyman who's been dependable wherever he's been. Ryan Flournoy, Dallas Cowboys: Good speed plus good size makes him a worthy developmental prospect. Tyler Scott, Chicago Bears: A 2023 fourth-round pick who had 17 catches as a rookie but just one last season, Scott also has return-man skills. Terrace Marshall Jr., Philadelphia Eagles: The 49ers had Marshall on their practice squad for a month and a half last year. River Cracraft, Washington Commanders: Having played for the 49ers and Dolphins in the past, he'd be dependable on an as-needed basis. Xavier Smith, Los Angeles Rams: Smith's 38-yard punt return against the 49ers in Week 3 last year set up his team's game-winning field goal. His time with the Rams signals he'd be able to mesh quickly with the 49ers' offense. Malik Heath, Green Bay Packers: He's been a fill-in over his career, but he's got good size (6-3, 213) and is familiar with the type of offensive system the 49ers run. Advertisement Laquon Treadwell, Indianapolis Colts: He's a big-bodied receiver who always seems to latch on to a roster. The 49ers hosted him on a pre-draft visit way back in 2016. David Sills V, Atlanta Falcons Lucky Jackson, Minnesota Vikings Tejhaun Palmer, Arizona Cardinals Anthony Miller, Baltimore Ravens Phillip Dorsett, Las Vegas Raiders James Proche, Tennessee Titans Lil'Jordan Humphrey, New York Giants Erik Ezukanma, Miami Dolphins Trenton Irwin, Jacksonville Jaguars (Photo of Kendrick Bourne: Maddie Meyer / Getty Images) Spot the pattern. Connect the terms Find the hidden link between sports terms Play today's puzzle
Newsweek
a day ago
- Newsweek
Cubs' Next Franchise Superstar Emerging Before Our Eyes
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Chicago Cubs have a lot to be excited about this season as they chase the ultimate prize of the World Series. Chicago swung a trade for Kyle Tucker in the offseason to be the team's best player, but as the year has gone on, it's young outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong who's led this team the most. Bleacher Report's Joel Reuter recently praised Crow-Armstrong, even going so far as to call him the most improved player in baseball. CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 18: Pete Crow-Armstrong #4 of the Chicago Cubs reacts after a strike out against the Milwaukee Brewers during the ninth inning in game one of a doubleheader at Wrigley Field on... CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 18: Pete Crow-Armstrong #4 of the Chicago Cubs reacts after a strike out against the Milwaukee Brewers during the ninth inning in game one of a doubleheader at Wrigley Field on August 18, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. More"The 23-year-old hit .284/.337/.466 with 16 extra-base hits in 197 plate appearances over the final two months of the 2024 season, but he got off to a slow start at the plate once again this year, once more raising questions about his long-term ceiling," Reuter wrote. "Those questions were quickly erased when he caught fire at the plate and entered the All-Star break with 25 home runs and 27 steals to earn a starting spot in the NL outfield at the Midsummer Classic. "Crow-Armstrong has slowed a bit during the second half, but he is still on pace for the first 30/30 season by a Cubs player since Sammy Sosa in 1995 and a top-five finish in NL MVP balloting. He looks like the future face of the franchise on the North Side." Crow-Armstrong has been one of the best players in baseball for most of the season. His bat struggled for a few weeks at one point, but every hitter goes through slumps. His speed and defense never slump. He's one of the faster players in the sport, and there's a good argument to be made that he could be the best outfield defender of this generation. The Cubs' star is the future face of the franchise, and he's just scratching the surface of what he could be. More MLB: Yankees' Jasson Domínguez Trade 'Feels Inevitable,' Claims MLB Writer
Indianapolis Star
2 days ago
- Indianapolis Star
'Excited to continue building.' Top free agent signs for 2026 IndyCar season
One of the top free agents in IndyCar is staying put. Marcus Armstrong will remain in his No. 66 Honda entry for Meyer Shank Racing, the team announced Monday, keeping the second-year full-season driver in the same seat where in 2025 the New Zealander has quickly become one of the series consistently strong road and street course qualifiers. The news comes in the midst of an impressively consistent summer stretch for Armstrong, with eight top-10s over his last nine starts, giving him 10 such finishes on the season — a mark only eclipsed by the top 3 drivers in points: Alex Palou (13), Pato O'Ward (11) and Scott Dixon (11). With Armstrong staying put, MSR will return an identical driver lineup for the 2026 season, with Felix Rosenqvist and the team inking a new multi-year extension last fall in addition to the initial multi-year deal the Swede landed in kicking off his MSR tenure ahead of the 2024 season. Among Armstrong's highlights in his second full-time season in IndyCar, and first with MSR, was his lone podium of the year in Race 2 at Iowa Speedway (third), as well as an additional top 5 at Road America (fifth) and a pair of second row starts at Toronto (third) and St. Pete (fourth). The 25-year-old Armstrong sits ninth in points, just 11 points out of sixth with two races left. "We're thrilled to have Marcus back for 2026," MSR co-owner Mike Shank said. 'He's really grown a lot this season, and we're seeing that in his results as the season has gone on. His performance this year has shown that he has all the tools to fight at the front. We're excited to continue building on this progress together.' 'Just funny.' Will Power delivers Team Penske breakthrough IndyCar win despite unknown future with team Having finished out the final year of a multi-year deal with Chip Ganassi Racing this year while on loan to MSR, it's presently unclear whether Armstrong's latest contract is solely with MSR, or whether he remains contractually linked to CGR, with whom MSR has a technical alliance. "I'm very pleased and grateful to be back with Meyer Shank Racing and my crew for 2026,' Armstrong said 'The professionalism and attention to detail is a benchmark throughout the field and we have certainly improved with time together which has been great. We'll look to build on our momentum and work hard to climb the points standings.'
