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Kyle Shanahan: Mike Evans' Hip Injury Will Have to Be Managed This Week
- 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed Monday that receiver Demarcus Robinson sustained a high ankle sprain during Sunday's 35-13 win over Miami, while ruling out a return for Brandon Aiyuk despite mounting injuries.
- San Francisco's receiver room has been decimated this season, losing Ricky Pearsall for the year following knee surgery while Christian Kirk and De'Zhaun Stribling remain sidelined on injured reserve.
- Robinson and defensive tackle James Thompson Jr. both face potential injured reserve stints, with high ankle sprains requiring three to six weeks of recovery; Mike Evans will manage his hip injury throughout the week.
- Shanahan indicated the team must explore adding a receiver to the roster or practice squad by Wednesday, expressing confidence in depth options including KhaDarel Hodge, Jacob Cowing, and Jordan Watkins.
- Analysts suggest targeting Cleveland Browns receiver Jerry Jeudy as a potential long-term fit, as the 2-0 49ers prepare to host the Arizona Cardinals on September 27 seeking a 3-0 record.
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San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan told reporters on Monday that Mike Evans' injured hip will "have to be managed this week" after the veteran wideout left Sunday's 35-13 win over the Miami Dolphins with the issue and didn't return.
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