The 49ers’ wide receiver group has undergone significant changes this offseason, with injuries and suspensions affecting key players like Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk, prompting second-year receiver Ricky Pearsall to acknowledge that the situation is “definitely not normal.” Despite the challenges, including the recent addition of Skyy Moore from the Chiefs, Pearsall remains focused on building chemistry with quarterback Brock Purdy as he prepares for the upcoming season.
The Chicago Bears hosted seven free agents for tryouts ahead of Week 8, including OT Jackson Barton, C Jake Hanson, LB D.J. Johnson, DE Jeremiah Martin, G Royce Newman, OT Andrew Stueber, and LB Rashad Weaver. Notably, Newman, a former Packers draft pick, has recently played for the Buccaneers and Cardinals before his tryout with the Bears. Want More Context? 🔎
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The New York Giants have claimed cornerback Jarrick Bernard-Converse off waivers from the Cleveland Browns. Bernard-Converse, a sixth-round pick in the 2023 NFL draft, previously played at Oklahoma State and LSU; he has appeared in five games for the Browns in 2025 but has yet to record any statistics. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Cincinnati Bengals have placed linebacker Shaka Heyward (fibula) and center Matt Lee (knee) on injured reserve, while also releasing defensive tackle Mike Pennel. Pennel, a veteran with a lengthy NFL history, played eight games for the Bengals in 2025, recording 15 tackles and one tackle for loss. Want More Context? 🔎
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