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Cut loose by 49ers The 49ers waived Reed (pectoral) with a non-football injury designation, per the NFL's transaction log.

Impact Reed kicked off camp on the active/non-football injury list, the result of a torn pectoral from early July. After a week on the list, he's been jettisoned from the 49ers entirely. It's unclear if the 49ers intend to bring back the safety, but he's not expected to be healthy enough to play until December by all indications.

AUGUST 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Will be placed on IR Reed (pectoral) will be placed on the reserve/non-football injury list due to the torn pectoral muscle he suffered in June, ending his 2020 season, Eric Branch of the San Francisco...

Impact GM John Lynch stated that Reed may not be able to return until December, which made his placement on the NFI list seem like an easy decision. The 22-year-old recorded 13 tackles, two passes defended and a defensive touchdown while serving as a backup at both slot corner and free safety in 2019.

AUGUST 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers torn pectoral Reed sustained a torn pectoral on Thursday, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact The timing of Reed's injury puts him on track to begin training camp on the Non-Football Injury list, and it's possible that he could likewise start the regular season on the Physically Unable to Perform list. The 23-year-old contributes as a versatile depth option for San Francisco, as he boasts the ability to line up at either safety or cornerback while also returning punts and kicks.

JULY 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE