The 49ers promoted DL Sebastian Valdez from the practice squad to the active roster They also elevated DE Matthew Judon and WR Malik Turner from the practice squad to be available to play against the Broncos

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NegativeRoleOct 2, 2026Niners Nation

If Evans cannot play, Turner will likely be elevated from the practice squad to fill the WR depth gap, unless Pettis recovers in time.

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NegativeDepth ChartOct 1, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Signed to the 49ers practice squad Thursday; undrafted free agent who has appeared in 47 games with three starts across six NFL teams (Seahawks, Cowboys, Raiders, Texans, Colts, 49ers), accumulating 29 receptions for 414 yards and four touchdowns.

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NegativeDepth ChartOct 1, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Brought back to the practice squad after being released; has been a mainstay with the 49ers in the offseason for several years, including training camp in 2024 and practice squad time in 2024 and last season. Could see an elevation to the active roster soon given the team's receiver injury situation.

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NegativeRoleOct 1, 2026Niners Nation

Brought back to 49ers practice squad after being released earlier. Has been a mainstay with the 49ers in offseason for several years—was in training camp in 2024, played on practice squad that season, and was on practice squad all of last season before being released and brought back to camp this offseason. Could see elevation soon given WR depth crisis.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

49ers worked out Malik Turner; some fans expected his return to the roster sooner given the team's receiver injuries.

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NegativeRoleSep 29, 2026Niners Nation

Worked out for 49ers as wide receiver; expected to return to roster sooner rather than later given the team's receiver injury situation.

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NegativeNewsSep 29, 2026Coach Yac 🗣

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The following players worked out for the 49ers: WR Brenden Rice WR Brady Boyd WR Dante Pettis WR Quentin Skinner WR Malik Turner DB Cobee Bryant DB Corey Ballentine DB Sam Webb QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson [Quoted](

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 25, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Turner is projected to make the 49ers practice squad at wide receiver, indicating the team plans to retain him on the developmental roster.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 25, 2026Niners Nation

Projected to make the practice squad at wide receiver alongside Wesley Grimes.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Turner is projected to make the practice squad.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 24, 2026Niners Nation

Projected to make the practice squad at wide receiver.

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PositiveRoleAug 20, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Turner received more targets from quarterback Kurtis Rourke than Jordan Watkins during preseason week 1, suggesting Rourke has more confidence in Turner's route running and consistency.

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PositiveRoleAug 20, 2026Niners Nation

Turner received more targets from Kurtis Rourke than Jordan Watkins, suggesting Rourke trusts Turner more due to Watkins' route-running inconsistency and physicality issues. This indicates Turner has a stronger standing in the receiver competition.

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PositiveRoleAug 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Turner had a strong Week 1 showing, winning at every level and competing well as a blocker with more nuance in his routes than arguably any other player. The box score wasn't kind to Turner, but the source assessed he held up his end of the bargain in every facet. Turner is unlikely to make the roster but did enough to make the practice squad.

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PositiveRoleAug 17, 2026Niners Nation

Turner had a strong preseason showing, winning at every level of coverage, competing well as a blocker, and displaying more nuance in his route running than arguably any other player in the game. While the box score didn't reflect his performance, he held up his end of the bargain in every facet. Though unlikely to make the roster, he did enough to earn practice squad consideration.

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NegativeRoleAug 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Undrafted in 2018 originally by the Seahawks, Turner joined the Cowboys practice squad in 2020 and impressed coaches in the 2021 offseason as a vertical threat and special teams contributor, earning a roster spot. He played in 20 games across two seasons with the Cowboys, including a notable Week 9 game in 2021 against Denver where he caught five passes for 33 yards with two garbage-time touchdowns.

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NegativeRoleAug 17, 2026Blogging The Boys

UDFA WR originally signed by Seahawks in 2018, joined Cowboys practice squad in 2020 and impressed coaches in 2021 offseason as a vertical threat and special teams contributor, earning a roster spot; played in 20 games across two seasons with most notable game in Week 9 of 2021 when he caught 5 passes for 33 yards including 2 garbage-time TDs against Denver.

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NegativeProjectionAug 14, 2026Niners Nation

Turner graded 63.6 and appears to have been penalized for things out of his control. The source notes that had he not dealt with several errant passes, his grade would likely be similar to Stribling's, highlighting the difficulty in evaluating receivers on poor throws.

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NegativeProjectionAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Turner graded 63.6 and appeared to be penalized for things out of his control; the source notes that had he not dealt with several errant passes, his grade would likely be similar to Stribling's, illustrating the limitations of yards per route run as a metric.

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PositiveBreakoutAug 14, 2026Niners Nation

Turner was great despite catching only 2 of 6 targets for 23 yards; he could have easily had close to 80 yards had he received accurate throws from Adrian Martinez. He was wide open on a couple of passes that went to Stribling on the other side and won downfield. The source calls it an impressive showing for the big-bodied receiver fighting for a roster spot.

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PositiveRoleAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Turner was great despite catching only two of his six targets for 23 yards; he could have easily had close to 80 yards had he received accurate throws. He was wide open on a couple of passes that went to Stribling on the other side and won down the field. It was an impressive showing for the big-bodied receiver fighting for a roster spot.

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NegativeRoleAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Malik Turner is competing for a roster or practice-squad spot with the 49ers and will get extended preseason action to showcase his abilities in the opener against Tennessee.

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NegativeRoleAug 14, 2026Niners Nation

Competing for a roster or practice-squad spot with the 49ers; will get extended preseason action to showcase his abilities in the Tennessee game.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Malik Turner is competing for a final wide receiver spot on the 49ers roster, with Mike Evans noting that August is a big month for the wideouts to prove themselves.

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NegativeRoleAug 11, 2026Niners Nation

Malik Turner is competing for a final roster spot at wide receiver. The source poses the question of whether Turner can find his way onto the roster once again, indicating he is in a precarious position fighting for one of the remaining wide receiver spots.

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PositiveRoleAug 7, 2026Niners Nation

Receiver getting another opportunity in training camp due to other players sitting out. Turner is one of several younger wideouts with a chance to prove himself during August battles.

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NegativeRoleAug 7, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Malik Turner is getting another opportunity in the 49ers receiver room during training camp and preseason, with other players sitting out due to injury. The source notes that Turner and other depth receivers will have a chance to take advantage of their opportunities in August.

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NegativeRoleAug 7, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Malik Turner is one of the wide receivers Purdy is throwing to during camp, receiving tight-window throws as Purdy works through progressions with his No. 1 receiver unavailable.

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NegativeDepth ChartNo dateNFL.com News

Malik Turner is competing with Jacob Cowing, Jordan Watkins, Trenton Irwin, and Will Pauling for one of the final two receiver spots on the 49ers' 2026 roster.

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