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Around the NFL: Brandon Aiyuk
Let's call it the Christian Kirk effect. The monster contract that Jacksonville gave the former Arizona wideout in free agency seems to be a factor in every other wideout of some ability angling for more money. Things look a little different with Deebo Samuel, which might benefit Brandon Aiyuk. more »
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49ers WR Samuel out vs. Seahawks
San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan said this week that star wide receiver DEEBO SAMUEL will likely miss one to two weeks due to an injury suffered last Sunday. Shanahan added… More that fellow wideout BRANDON AIYUK has been playing better and tight end GEORGE KITTLE has been getting healthier. Aiyuk and Kittle will likely be the next men up when the 49ers play the Seattle Seahawks this weekend. Less
Source: Team Blog
WR Samuel leads 49ers backfield
San Francisco wide receiver DEEBO SAMUEL is used to leading the 49ers in receiving, but that honor fell to fellow wideout BRANDON AIYUK in Sunday’s win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. But… More fear not, fantasy owners. While Samuel had only one catch for 15 yards, he was the team’s surprise leading rusher with 79 rushing yards and a touchdown on the ground. Less
Source: Team Blog
Podcast: October 22 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now
Ian Allan and Justin Eleff preview Week 7 of the NFL regular season. Sponsored by Fantasy Index Weekly and RotoWire. more »
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Factoid: Second-year receivers
When a receiver shows potential as a rookie (like CeeDee Lamb or Chase Claypool last year) the tendency is to assume he’ll be better in Year No. 2 – he’ll be more knowledgeable and confident. But that doesn’t show up as strongly as you might think with the numbers. more »
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Scheduletron: Strength of schedule
Some of the sports books are starting to publish their over-under win totals for the upcoming season. When that happens, I like to plug those numbers in the schedule, giving an indication of which franchises might be helped along by easier schedules. more »
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Veteran WR Sanu returning to 49ers on one-year deal
The San Francisco 49ers signed wide receiver MOHAMED SANU to a one-year deal over the weekend. Sanu played three games for the 49ers last season before being released. While Sanu’s fantasy… More expectations are low heading into 2021, he is expected to provide a veteran presence while mentoring young wide receivers DEEBO SAMUEL and BRANDON AIYUK. Less
Source: Team Blog
Dynasty Leagues: Long-term WR rankings
Henry Ruggs, Jerry Jeudy and CeeDee Lamb were the first three wide receivers chosen in last year’s draft. But as we near the end of their rookie seasons, it looks like other teams found better wide receivers later on. more »
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49ers WR Aiyuk to miss Week #17 vs. Seahawks
San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan said on Monday that rookie wide receiver BRANDON AIYUK would miss the 49ers season finale against the Seattle Seahawks. Aiyuk suffered a high-ankle sprain that… More was confirmed after an MRI. Aiyuk showed flashes during a promising rookie season, but that season has come to an end. Less
Source: Team Blog
49ers to activate WR Aiyuk from Covid-19 reserve list
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said on Tuesday that rookie wide receiver BRANDON AIYUK is expected to be activated from the Covid-19 reserve list before the team leaves for… More its new home base in Arizona today. The 49ers will be playing their next two “home” games in Arizona due to new Covid-19 restrictions that will keep them from playing or practicing in their home state. Less
Source: Team Blog
49ers WR Aiyuk added to COVID-19 list, will miss TNF
The San Francisco 49ers have placed wide receiver BRANDON AIYUK on the COVID-19 reserve list. Aiyuk will be among several other 49ers players who will miss tonight's game against the Green Bay Packers due to a variety of ailments.
Source: NBC Sports
Podcast: October 30 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now
Ian Allan and Justin Eleff preview Week 8 of the NFL regular season. Sponsored by Fantasy Points. more »
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Ask the Experts: Who will be best of the rookie wideouts?
ASK THE EXPERTS appears weekly from training camp through the Super Bowl with answers to a new question being posted Thursday morning. How the guest experts responded when we asked them: Which rookie wideout will have the best career? more »
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49ers WR Aiyuk ready to make NFL debut
San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver BRANDON AIYUK is on track to make the first start of his NFL career on Sunday against the New York Jets. Aiyuk has been dealing… More with a hamstring injury since late August but he is now practicing in full and he appears ready to roll against the Jets. The 49ers could also have new wideout MOHAMED SANU available if he is able to clear three days of coronavirus testing. Less
Source: NBC Sports Bay Area
49ers lose another wideout to injury
The San Francisco 49ers signed wide receiver J.J. NELSON two weeks ago to add depth to an injury-plagued receiving corps. Unfortunately, Nelson suffered an injury of his own last week and… More is expected to miss two weeks to a month with a knee issue. In addition to Nelson, wide receivers DEEBO SAMUEL (foot), BRANDON AIYUK (hamstring), JALEN HURD (torn ACL on IR), and RICHIE JAMES (wrist) have all been out of practice due to injuries. Less
Source: NFL.com