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49ers activate Christian Kirk; add 2 players from the practice squad to the active roster

The 49ers activate Christian Kirk from IR, clearing his questionable status for Sunday’s Week 7 clash with the Atlanta Falcons. With Mike Evans out, the WR depth chart now lists Brandin Cooks, Jordan Watkins, Jacob Cowing and Kirk. Coach Shanahan may also lean on tight end George Kittle, as the Falcons surrender the third‑most targets to TEs. On defense, edge rusher Ogbo Okoronkwo returns to the practice squad while DT Kevin Givens is released, and linebacker Jalen Graham and Okoronkwo are promoted to the active roster. The unit remains solid as Nick Bosa recovers, with Mykel Williams, Keion White, Romello Height and Khalid Kareem holding steady.

49ers Make Five Moves, Activate WR Christian Kirk

The San Francisco 49ers announced Saturday that they’ve processed five roster moves for Week 7.  The full list includes: 49ers signed DE Ogbonnia Okoronkwo to the practice squad. 49ers released DT Kevin Givens from the practice squad. 49ers activated WR Christian Kirk from injured reserve. 49ers elevated LB Jalen Graham and DE Ogbonnia Okoronkwo from […] The post 49ers Make Five Moves, Activate WR Christian Kirk appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

1 player 49ers must trade before 2026 NFL trade deadline

The San Francisco 49ers will head into Sunday’s matchup against the Atlanta Falcons without two of their key receivers, as Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel have both been ruled out due to injuries. Evans is dealing with issues related to his Achilles and ribs, while Samuel is sidelined because of a hamstring problem. Despite these […] The post 1 player 49ers must trade before 2026 NFL trade deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints .

San Francisco 49ers Facing Very Real Possibility Of Not Having Enough Players For Week 7 vs. Falcons

The 49ers face a serious depth crisis ahead of Week 7 against the Atlanta Falcons as star defensive end Nick Bosa sits out his fifth straight game due to a lingering calf injury. Coach Kyle Shanahan revealed Bosa’s optimism about a quick return backfired when soreness resurfaced after a workout, leaving the team uncertain if it can field 48 healthy players on Sunday. The injury binge has forced Shanahan into uncharted territory, but San Francisco still enjoys a winning streak and his Coach of the Year candidacy. The article details the roster challenges and Bosa’s status ahead of the matchup.

Falcons vs. 49ers series history: Win-loss record, matchup results

The Falcons trail the 49ers 33-49-1 in their historic NFC West rivalry, though Atlanta ranks third‑most among teams with wins over San Francisco. After early 49ers dominance, Atlanta surged from 1975‑81, but Joe Montana re‑established San Francisco’s edge in the 1980s (12‑1‑1). Since the "Dirty Bird" era in 1998 the Falcons have gone 11‑9, highlighted by a 1998 playoff win and a 2012 NFC Championship loss. Their most recent clash, a Sunday Night Football game, saw San Francisco (4‑2) snap a 13‑10 lead with a late Christian McCaffrey TD after Atlanta’s defensive miscues, handing the Niners the victory.

49ers Week 7 injury report vs. Falcons: Who will step up for SF with Mike Evans potentially out

The San Francisco 49ers have been brilliant to this point in the season and they have managed an undefeated record (6-0) as they prepare for their final game before the bye week. They are facing an inconsistent Atlanta Falcons team that is going to be determined to bounce back from a 31-23 defeat to the […] The post 49ers Week 7 injury report vs. Falcons: Who will step up for SF with Mike Evans potentially out appeared first on ClutchPoints .

“Unique Situation” – 49ers Dealt With Major Blow as at Least 6 Players Ruled Out Ahead of Falcons Game

The San Francisco 49ers have stormed through the first six games of the 2026 NFL season without a loss. But keeping that perfect record intact could prove difficult this Sunday, when they face the Atlanta Falcons. After all, in true 49ers fashion, injuries have sidelined several key contributors on both sides of the ball once […] The post “Unique Situation” – 49ers Dealt With Major Blow as at Least 6 Players Ruled Out Ahead of Falcons Game appeared first on EssentiallySports .

49ers news: There better not be another slop bowl in the second half

The 49ers head into their October 24 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons with a rash of injuries and a looming fear of another second‑half collapse. Key absentees include star WR Mike Evans, DE Nick Bosa (sore) and DE Deebo Samuel, while rookie tight end Jaden Dugger and defensive tackle Gracen Halton draw praise in a deep rookie class. Coach Kyle Shanahan emphasizes the need for wideout Kirk to step up, and analysts predict a tight 23‑21 win despite the injury‑laden roster. The article also highlights rookie rankings and five players to watch in the undefeated, yet injury‑ravaged, 49ers.