49ers activate wide receiver Demarcus Robinson after ankle injury
The gist
The San Francisco 49ers activated wide receiver Demarcus Robinson off injured reserve ahead of their Week 9 game against the Las Vegas Raiders.
Robinson's return adds a healthy target while two other 49ers receivers remain out.
How it unfolded
- Sep 20, 2026Robinson left late in the second quarter against the Miami Dolphins after a 20-yard catch with 6:46 to go; the initial diagnosis was a high right ankle sprain. The 49ers won 35-13.
- Oct 8, 2026The 49ers placed Robinson on injured reserve after he was carted off the field with the right ankle injury.
- Nov 4, 2026The 49ers designated Robinson for return from injured reserve, and he returned to the practice field.
Key terms
- injured reserve
- A designation in North American pro sports leagues for athletes who are injured and unable to play.
Source: Wikipedia