Surprising 49ers Cut Candidate Emerges Ahead of Roster Deadline
A calf injury has sidelined one of the 49ers' key free-agent signings, and his Week 1 roster spot reportedly hangs in the balance.
The San Francisco 49ers are facing roster challenges as a surprising candidate for cuts ahead of the deadline on August 30th emerges. Jauan Jennings, Brandon Aiyuk, Ricky Pearsall, and Christian Kirk have all left or been sidelined with injuries this season. Christian Kirk, who signed a one-year deal in March, has missed significant training camp due to a calf strain and reinjured it in the first practice.
With the roster needing to be trimmed to 53 players, it appears Kirk's absence may lead to him being cut, opening up opportunities for Deebo Samuel and rookie De Zhaun Stribling.
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