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NFL·INJURY·September 16, 2026 02:42 PM ET

49ers promote Hodge, place Tonges on IR

Stoll joins practice squad as tight end depth

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 161 min read
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The #49ers promoted WR KhaDarel Hodge to the 53-man roster and placed TE Jake Tonges (MCL) on injured reserve. They also Via @RapSheet on X

What happened: Tonges landed on injured reserve with an MCL injury. Hodge takes the 53-man spot as a wide receiver. Stoll signed to the practice squad as a tight end.

Why it matters: The moves keep the tight-end room covered while Tonges is out. Hodge gives San Francisco another active receiver from within.

What to watch: Next is Hodge's game-day role and how San Francisco rotates tight ends.

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