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All Yahoo Sports NFL insights about Demarcus Robinson
PositiveRoleNov 6, 2026
Robinson returns from high ankle sprain suffered in Week 2 after playing just one and a half games to start the season. The 49ers have missed his vertical field-stretching ability; he had a 39-yard touchdown against the Rams in Week 1 (two catches, 50 yards) and three catches for 34 yards in Week 2 against Miami. With the 49ers' wide receiver core still beaten up and struggling with separation, Kyle Shanahan is expected to target Robinson for vertical plays this weekend against the Raiders.PositiveDepth ChartNov 6, 2026
Demarcus Robinson will return for the 49ers against the Raiders on Sunday, providing offensive reinforcement after being unavailable.PositiveInjuryNov 6, 2026
Robinson's return is expected sooner rather than later, according to the source's discussion of the 49ers' receiver depth and their plan to get better at the position. The source notes: 'Let's say the 49ers' plan to get better at receiver is to wait for the returns of Demarcus Robinson (which feels sooner rather than later).'NegativeInjuryNov 5, 2026
Robinson was a limited participant in practice with an ankle injury.PositiveInjuryNov 5, 2026
49ers WR Demarcus Robinson is expected to return for Week 9 against Las Vegas after missing time with injury.NegativeRoleNov 5, 2026
Zach Wilson references Demarcus Robinson as a 49ers receiver expected to return from injury soon, noting that his return (along with De'Zhaun Stribling's) could factor into the 49ers' decision on whether to pursue premium receiver targets at the trade deadline.PositiveRoleNov 5, 2026
Lynch reported that DeMarcus Robinson returned to the field and is on a good path. Lynch said having him back is "a really good sign" for the team and that Robinson needs to get through practice to be available for Week 9.PositiveInjuryNov 4, 2026
Demarcus Robinson is expected to return to the 49ers this week as the team addresses injury woes at the receiver position.NegativeRoleNov 4, 2026
Demarcus Robinson is expected to practice this week as part of the 49ers' receiver group and is filling a role that has been missing in the offense for weeks.NegativeInjuryNov 3, 2026
Robinson has been out for the 49ers among the receiver group dealing with injuries as San Francisco addresses depth at the position.NegativeInjuryNov 3, 2026
Robinson suffered a high-ankle sprain in Week 2 and will miss significant time.PositiveSleeperNov 2, 2026
DeMarcus Robinson is an intriguing IR stash given the injuries to 49ers receivers.PositiveRoleNov 2, 2026
Wide receiver Demarcus Robinson will be available for the 49ers in Week 9 with Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel out. General manager John Lynch confirmed Robinson's availability, positioning him for increased role and target share.PositiveRoleNov 2, 2026
Robinson is expected to be back for Week 9 against the Raiders after injury; however, it is unclear what to expect from him coming off injury as the 49ers have been using a mixed bag of receivers.NegativeInjuryOct 28, 2026
Demarcus Robinson was unavailable for the Week 7 game against Atlanta due to an ankle injury. His absence was one of three significant receiver injuries that limited Brock Purdy's options. Kyle Shanahan indicated Robinson has a chance to return after the Week 8 bye.NegativeInjuryOct 28, 2026
49ers WR DeMarcus Robinson is on Injured Reserve, part of a depleted receiver room that includes multiple injured options.NegativeInjuryOct 28, 2026
Robinson is part of the 49ers' loaded receiver group on paper but has missed at least one game with injury this season, contributing to San Francisco's receiver injury crisis.NegativeRoleOct 28, 2026
Demarcus Robinson is expected to play in the coming weeks as part of the 49ers' wide receiver rotation alongside Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel, Christian Kirk, and De'Zhaun Stribling.NegativeInjuryOct 28, 2026
Robinson suffered a high-ankle sprain in Week 2 and will miss significant time; his absence opens volume opportunities for Jacob Cowing and other 49ers receivers.NegativeInjuryOct 27, 2026
Robinson suffered a high-ankle sprain in Week 2 and was placed on injured reserve. He became eligible to be activated off IR for the first time in Week 6 but was not activated. Shanahan listed him among the important depth receivers who could return after the bye week.NegativeDepth ChartOct 26, 2026
Robinson was tied with Deebo Samuel for the second-most receiver snaps through the first two games of the season. His snap share could change with Christian Kirk in the mix and after Jordan Watkins has played, potentially signaling the end of the road for Brandin Cooks.NegativeInjuryOct 25, 2026
49ers wide receiver remains on the injured list, part of the team's devastated receiver corps that also includes Deebo Samuel Sr., Ricky Pearsall, rookie De'Zhaun Stribling, and Mike Evans (Achilles).NegativeInjuryOct 23, 2026
Robinson is ruled out for Week 7 vs. Falcons as part of the 49ers' extensive injury situation affecting their receiving corps.NegativeInjuryOct 23, 2026
Demarcus Robinson is on injured reserve and confirmed out for the 49ers' Week 7 game against Atlanta, part of a bevy of skill position injuries affecting San Francisco's offense.NegativeInjuryOct 21, 2026
Demarcus Robinson (ankle injury) was supposed to be one of the 49ers' top five receivers but landed on injured reserve before Week 3. ESPN notes most injured receivers are expected back this season, but the 49ers have had to scramble in the meantime.NegativeInjuryOct 20, 2026
Robinson suffered a high-ankle sprain in Week 2 and will miss significant time. Reports suggest Jacob Cowing will be leaned on to fill the void left behind by the injuries to Robinson and De'Zhaun Stribling. Expect Mike Evans, assuming health, Christian McCaffrey, and George Kittle to soak up additional volume.NegativeInjuryOct 20, 2026
Robinson is on injured reserve, contributing to the 49ers' significant receiver injury crisis that has left them without much depth at the position.NegativeInjuryOct 20, 2026
Robinson is on injured reserve, contributing to the 49ers' severe receiver depth shortage alongside Mike Evans' injury and Deebo Samuel Sr.'s hamstring injury.NegativeRoleOct 19, 2026
Demarcus Robinson was targeted on an over-the-middle pass attempt in 49ers training camp that Fred Warner broke up, illustrating the competitive nature of Shanahan's offense and the challenge of completing passes through the middle of the field.NegativeInjuryOct 16, 2026
Demarcus Robinson is among key injuries to several 49ers wide receivers, including Rickey Pearsall, Christian Kirk, and rookie De'Zhaun Stribling, that have limited the team's offensive potential under Kyle Shanahan.NegativeInjuryOct 16, 2026
Demarcus Robinson has an "outside chance" of returning before the bye week, but Shanahan's language suggests the expectation is for his return after the bye week.PositiveInjuryOct 15, 2026
Robinson suffered a high-ankle sprain in Week 2 with a three- to six-week recovery timetable; he should be ready to return after the 49ers' bye week.NegativeInjuryOct 15, 2026
Robinson has an "outside chance" of returning before the bye week, but Kyle Shanahan's expectation is for his return after the bye, signaling that post-bye is the realistic timeline.NegativeRoleOct 15, 2026
Demarcus Robinson is mentioned as a 49ers wide receiver expected to return from injury, positioned alongside De'Zhaun Stribling as part of the team's receiving corps when healthy. The source references him in the context of the 49ers' receiver depth and injury situation.NegativeInjuryOct 14, 2026
Demarcus Robinson is out with an injury. The 49ers have lost multiple receivers to injuries, forcing the team to rely on depth options.PositiveRoleOct 13, 2026
The Athletic's Matt Barrows believes Demarcus Robinson will be the primary beneficiary of De'Zhaun Stribling's 10-week absence, positioning him for increased receiving volume.NegativeInjuryOct 13, 2026
Robinson suffered a high-ankle sprain in the team's Week 2 win over the Dolphins and will miss significant time.NegativeInjuryOct 13, 2026
Robinson is among six 49ers receivers currently sidelined by injury, contributing to significant depth challenges at the position.NegativeInjuryOct 13, 2026
Demarcus Robinson is on injured reserve with a high-ankle sprain, further depleting 49ers wide receiver depth alongside Deebo Samuel and Christian Kirk injuries.NegativeInjuryOct 13, 2026
Demarcus Robinson is eligible to return off injured reserve for the 49ers' Week 7 game against the Atlanta Falcons, though he is more likely to rejoin the team in Week 9 after the bye week.NegativeInjuryOct 12, 2026
Demarcus Robinson is on injured reserve with a high-ankle sprain, further depleting the 49ers' wide receiver depth chart.NegativeInjuryOct 11, 2026
On injured reserve with a high-ankle sprain sustained in Week 2's win over the Miami Dolphins.PositiveUsageOct 10, 2026
Robinson turned just two catches into 126 yards and two touchdowns on October 9, 2000, against Green Bay, averaging 63 yards per reception; he caught touchdown passes of 68 and 58 yards from Cade McNown in Chicago's 27-24 victory at Lambeau Field.NegativeInjuryOct 7, 2026
Robinson, in his second season with the 49ers, caught three receptions for 50 yards against the Rams in the season opener in Melbourne, Australia, but exited the Week 2 matchup against Miami and was placed on injured reserve due to a high ankle sprain.NegativeRoleOct 7, 2026
Robinson was one of the 49ers' primary wide receivers in Week 18 alongside Jauan Jennings, Kendrick Bourne, and Skyy Moore. The source notes this is a completely different receiver group now with the addition of Mike Evans.PositiveRoleOct 6, 2026
The Athletic's Matt Barrows identifies Demarcus Robinson as the primary beneficiary of De'Zhaun Stribling's 10-week injury absence, positioning him for increased WR volume in the 49ers offense.NegativeInjuryOct 6, 2026
Suffered high-ankle sprain in Week 2 win over Dolphins; will miss significant time. Reports suggest Jacob Cowing will be leaned on to fill void left behind by injuries to Robinson and De'Zhaun Stribling. Expect Mike Evans, assuming health, Christian McCaffrey, and George Kittle to soak up additional volume.NegativeRoleOct 5, 2026
Robinson is missed over the middle of the field, suggesting his absence in this game created a gap in the 49ers' passing game structure that other receivers could not fill.NegativeInjuryOct 1, 2026
On injured reserve with high ankle sprain; among multiple 49ers wide receivers sidelined this season.NegativeInjuryOct 1, 2026
Lost during the season, contributing to the 49ers' receiver depth crisis. His absence led to increased snap share for Khadarel Hodge, who played 30 of 54 snaps against Arizona before being released due to knee injury.NegativeInjurySep 30, 2026
Currently injured and unavailable for the 49ers. Robinson was one of several receivers who temporarily filled the field-stretcher role before being sidelined.NegativeInjurySep 29, 2026
Demarcus Robinson is missing time due to injury; injuries have decimated the 49ers wide receivers' room, creating depth chart turnover and opportunity for replacement receivers.NegativeInjurySep 29, 2026
Robinson is sidelined with injury as the 49ers' wide receiver group deals with multiple absences; the team worked out nine players including five wide receivers on Tuesday, signaling depth concerns at the position.NegativeInjurySep 29, 2026
Robinson suffered a high-ankle sprain in Week 2 and will miss significant time; Jacob Cowing will be leaned on to fill the void, with Mike Evans, Christian McCaffrey, and George Kittle expected to soak up additional volume.NegativeInjurySep 28, 2026
Robinson is among the injured San Francisco 49ers, alongside Nick Bosa, Mike Evans, Trent Williams, Dre Greenlaw, Ricky Pearsall, De'Zhaun Stribling, and Christian Kirk. The source questions how much more the undefeated 49ers can withstand with this injury toll.NegativeInjurySep 27, 2026
Robinson is on injured reserve with a high-ankle sprain sustained in Week 2's win over the Miami Dolphins. His absence removes another receiver option from the 49ers' depth chart.NegativeInjurySep 27, 2026
Demarcus Robinson was lost in Week 2, further depleting the 49ers' wide receiver depth and opening opportunity for Khadarel Hodge.NegativeInjurySep 26, 2026
Placed on injured reserve to make room for Viliami Fehoko Jr. on the active roster; will miss at least four games.NegativeInjurySep 26, 2026
Wide receiver Damarcus Robinson was placed on injured reserve by the 49ers.NegativeInjurySep 26, 2026
San Francisco 49ers WR Demarcus Robinson (ankle) has been ruled out for Week 3's game versus the Arizona Cardinals; he was unable to participate in any of the team's three practice sessions during the week.NegativeInjurySep 25, 2026
Demarcus Robinson was officially ruled out for Sunday's game against Arizona after suffering an ankle injury in the second quarter of last week's game against Miami. Robinson had shown promise in the 49ers' first two games, logging two receptions for 50 yards and a touchdown against the Rams and three catches for 34 yards against the Dolphins before the injury.NegativeInjurySep 25, 2026
Demarcus Robinson is ruled out with an ankle injury; he has a high-ankle sprain that could keep him out multiple weeks.NegativeInjurySep 25, 2026
Robinson was injured in Week 2, marking the third significant receiver injury for the 49ers. Shanahan expressed affection for Robinson ("Love D-Rob"), but his absence, combined with Pearsall's season-ending injury and Stribling's Week 1 injury, left Samuel with substantially more opportunities than either side anticipated when Samuel signed.NegativeInjurySep 25, 2026
Demarcus Robinson did not participate in Friday's practice due to an ankle injury and is out for Sunday's game.PositiveInjurySep 25, 2026
Demarcus Robinson is tied for the second-most snaps played among 49ers receivers behind Mike Evans with Deebo Samuel through two games, with six targets. Robinson's injury creates a significant gap in the receiving corps, as there is a big drop-off after the top three receivers (Evans, Samuel, Robinson), with Jacob Cowing and KhaDarel Hodge combining for only one target.NegativeInjurySep 25, 2026
Dealing with an ankle injury; part of the 49ers' wide receiver injury concerns.NegativeInjurySep 25, 2026
Wide receiver suffered a high-ankle sprain (typically 3-6 week injury) and will not practice or play this week; as of the article's writing, he remains on the active roster rather than injured reserve due to the 49ers' strategic management of their eight IR activation slots with 15 games remaining in the season.PositiveRoleSep 24, 2026
Lynch highlighted a throw Purdy made to Robinson in Australia as an example of Purdy's improved aggression and conviction, noting that Robinson was the target on an over-the-top pass that Purdy threw with great confidence.PositiveRoleSep 24, 2026
Kyle Shanahan praised Demarcus Robinson's alertness and effort on a Week One touchdown play, noting that Robinson was running at full effort as the alert receiver despite not being the primary read, demonstrating the kind of consistent preparation and execution that makes receivers effective in the 49ers' system.NegativeInjurySep 23, 2026
Lost in Week 2 with an injury, part of the cascade of receiver injuries that forced the 49ers to sign Brandin Cooks to address depth.NegativeInjurySep 23, 2026
Wide receiver Demarcus Robinson is dealing with a high ankle injury and will rehab during practice Wednesday alongside James Thompson Jr. and Romello Height.NegativeInjurySep 23, 2026
Wide receiver Demarcus Robinson will not practice on Wednesday due to an ankle injury and is a likely candidate to land on the injured reserve, with Kyle Shanahan indicating he will probably go on IR.NegativeInjurySep 23, 2026
Suffered a high ankle sprain and will be out for a bit, creating a significant gap in the 49ers' receiver depth chart; Robinson was filling the WR2 role after De'Zhaun Stribling went down, and his absence leaves the 49ers with Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel, Jacob Cowing, and Jordan Watkins, with a heavy talent gap between Samuel and Cowing.NegativeInjurySep 23, 2026
Currently out; status uncertain with no guarantees on return timeline; his absence is driving increased usage for Hodge, Cowing, and Cooks in 49ers' wide receiver rotation.NegativeInjurySep 22, 2026
Carted off field in Week 2 after rolling ankle while getting up from turf following 20-yard catch; diagnosed with high ankle sprain and expected to miss three to six weeks.NegativeInjurySep 22, 2026
Demarcus Robinson sprained his ankle in Week 2, contributing to the 49ers' receiving corps injuries that prompted the signing of veteran Brandin Cooks.NegativeInjurySep 22, 2026
Sustained high-ankle sprain in Week 2 win over Miami Dolphins; expected to miss three to six weeks of action.PositiveInjurySep 22, 2026
Lost in the 49ers' 35-13 victory over Miami in Week 2 and placed on injured reserve alongside breakout rookie De'Zhaun Stribling.NegativeInjurySep 22, 2026
Expected to miss extended period of time at outside receiver spot; injury prompted 49ers to sign Brandin Cooks and evaluate additional players at the position.PositiveRoleSep 22, 2026
The Athletic's Matt Barrows believes Demarcus Robinson will be the primary beneficiary of De'Zhaun Stribling's 10-week absence due to deltoid ligament surgery.