What happened: The San Francisco 49ers are evaluating potential trade deadline additions to offset early-season injuries. The team recently added veteran receiver Brandin Cooks to the practice squad with Demarcus Robinson sidelined. Defensive tackle James Thompson Jr. also suffered a high-ankle sprain, thinning the defensive front.
NFL·TRANSACTION·September 23, 2026 10:26 AM ET
49ers weigh trade deadline moves to address roster attrition
James Thompson Jr. is dealing with a high-ankle sprain.
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