NFL: The Insiders on Brandin Cooks

PodcastThe NFL Report: Jaxson is Out, Jameis is In + Nick Shook Joins the ShowSeptember 23, 2026

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He is signing with the 49ers on their practice squad.

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Brandon Cooks joins the 49ers practice squad

Brandon Cooks has signed with the San Francisco 49ers' practice squad.

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Cooks elevated from 49ers practice squad for Week 4 win vs. Broncos.

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Cooks' 49ers debut yielded one target, zero catches; limited role in receiver rotation.

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Cooks had rough game; still learning 49ers playbook.

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Cooks had rough stretch; still grasping 49ers playbook integration.

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Cooks flagged for illegal shift; target dropped, route drifted.

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Cooks flagged for illegal shift; target dropped, route discipline issues.

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