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Gets released from practice squad San Francisco released Gage from its practice squad Wednesday.

Impact In a corresponding transaction, the 49ers signed kicker Matt Gay to their practice squad. It seems like wideout Brandon Aiyuk (knee) should be available again soon for San Francisco, so there may not be as much desperation for depth at that position now as there was for much of the year up to this point. For his part, Gage will become an unrestricted free agent.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

49ers sign Matt Gay to practice squad after Eddy Pineiro injury

The San Francisco 49ers have signed kicker Matt Gay to their practice squad

NOVEMBER 19 • Associated Press

Trick-play alert! 49ers' flea-flicker-style call yields 8-yard gain for CMC San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones tosses the ball to wide receiver Russell Gage who flicks it back to Jones who hits running back Ch...

OCTOBER 3 • NFL.COM

Placed back on practice squad Gage reverted to San Francisco's practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Impact This was almost certainly just a temporary move, as Gage is fully expected to be active for Sunday's Week 2 tilt in New Orleans. The veteran wideout finished third among the 49ers' wideouts in offensive snaps with 28 on Sunday versus Seattle, behind only Ricky Pearsall (64) and Jauan Jennings (50). Jennings hurt his shoulder in the victory and is awaiting results of an MRI, which should help determine his chances of playing against the Saints. If Jennings can't suit up Sunday, Gage figures to take on a more prominent role, especially with star tight end George Kittle slated to miss multiple weeks due to a hamstring injury. Gage didn't see any official targets in Week 1, but he had a pass thrown his way that went incomplete and was wiped out by a roughing-the-passer penalty. Aside from Pearsall and Gage, San Francisco's other healthy options at wide receiver are Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Skyy Moore and Kendrick Bourne, the latter of whom was signed on Monday and may need some time to acclimate to the team.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Bumps up from practice squad The 49ers elevated Gage (knee) from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of Sunday's game at Seattle.

Impact Gage was diagnosed with an MCL sprain Aug. 21 and received a recovery timeline of 7-to-10 days at the time. Since then, he's been released by the 49ers, re-signed and released again before landing on the practice squad Wednesday with the expectation that he'd be elevated for Week 1. Now that that has come to pass, Gage will serve as a depth wide receiver Sunday behind Jauan Jennings, Ricky Pearsall, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Skyy Moore, with rookie Jordan Watkins (ankle) doubtful to play.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

49ers rookies bring fresh energy to defense under Robert Saleh's return

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SEPTEMBER 4 • Associated Press

Lands on SF's practice squad The 49ers signed Gage (knee) to their practice squad Wednesday.

Impact Gage was released by San Francisco on Tuesday, but the immediate expectation was that he'd be back with the club as a member of the practice squad. That has indeed come to pass, and the veteran wideout is slated to be elevated to play Week 1 against Seattle. If Gage does suit up Sunday, he could get some looks on offense given the depleted state of the 49ers' wideout corps.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

49ers' roster gymnastics could see the Falcons reunite with a former fan favorite Former WR Russell Gage could be on the move again, and the Atlanta Falcons may consider a reunion as their receiver depth faces early questi...

SEPTEMBER 3 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Let go by Niners The 49ers released Gage (knee) on Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Schefter relays that the 49ers intend to sign Gage to the practice and elevate him for Sunday's regular-season opener against the Seahawks, as long as the 2018 sixth-rounder doesn't sign with another team. Gage is working through an MCL sprain in his knee, but it appears the issue isn't severe enough for him to miss any games were he to be on a team's active roster. He last saw regular-season action in 2022 with the Buccaneers, when he logged 51 catches (on 70 targets) for 426 yards and five touchdowns across 13 games. His lack of regular-season action over the past two years was largely due to a patellar tendon tear that he suffered in August of 2023.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Jauan Jennings returns to practice for 49ers, ready to start season after calf injury

San Francisco 49ers receiver Jauan Jennings returns to practice for the first time in more than a month

SEPTEMBER 1 • Associated Press

NFL Transactions: Thursday 8/28 49ers Placed WR Jacob Cowing on injured reserve. Released DB Richie Grant. Signed QB Adrian Martinez, RB Sincere McCormick, and WR Marquez V...

AUGUST 28 • NFLTRADERUMORS.CO

No practice after signing Gage (knee) didn't practice Thursday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Impact Gage re-signed with the 49ers on Thursday after being released Tuesday, but he isn't quite ready to practice, still recovering from the MCL sprain he suffered last Thursday. He could get slot work Week 1 at Seattle if he's healthy enough to play, as the 49ers have a slew of other WRs dealing with injuries (or suspensions).

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Re-signs with Niners Gage (knee) is re-signing with the 49ers on Thursday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Gage was released Tuesday, likely with a verbal agreement in place to re-sign after cutdown day. He suffered an MCL sprain Aug. 21, but it isn't considered overly serious and may not keep him out for Week 1. Gage may have a meaningful role if the plays, given San Francisco's other injury and suspension issues at wide receiver. Only Ricky Pearsall appears locked in as a starter for the opener in Seattle.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

49ers GM John Lynch refuses to trade Jauan Jennings despite his request

The San Francisco 49ers have decided not to trade receiver Jauan Jennings, despite his request earlier this summer

AUGUST 27 • Associated Press

Let go by Niners The 49ers released Gage (knee) on Tuesday.

Impact Gage suffered a sprained MCL on Aug. 21 and was expected to miss seven to 10 days, meaning he could be ready for Week 1 if he signs elsewhere. The 2018 sixth-round pick last played for the Buccaneers in 2022 and posted 51 receptions for 426 yards and five touchdowns through 13 games. Gage suffered a season-ending injury during training camp in 2023, and he failed to make an active roster in 2024.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

49ers' Demarcus Robinson suspended for 3 games for violating NFL's substance abuse policy

San Francisco 49ers receiver Demarcus Robinson has been suspended for the first three games of the season for violating the NFL’s substance abuse policy

AUGUST 26 • Associated Press

Tommy DeVito is one of many quarterbacks released as teams trim rosters to 53 players

Tommy DeVito is the latest quarterback looking for a new team

AUGUST 26 • Associated Press

Christian McCaffrey shines in 49ers camp after injury-filled season

Christian McCaffrey has been a standout at the San Francisco 49ers' training camp, remaining healthy after missing most of last season because of injuries

AUGUST 21 • Associated Press

Managing MCL sprain Gage (knee) is expected to miss 7-to-10 days due to a sprained MCL, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Gage is the newest addition to a long list of injured 49ers wideouts, joining Jauan Jennings (calf), Jacob Cowing (hamstring) and Jordan Watkins (ankle), plus Brandon Aiyuk (ACL), who remains on the active/PUP list and could be out until around Week 6. With Demarcus Robinson also now unavailable early in the year due to a three-game suspension, Gage's injury is a notable blow to San Francisco's depth, despite the 29-year-old veteran not having logged regular-season action since 2022. Gage's recovery timetable essentially rules him out of Friday's preseason finale against the Chargers, though he should have time to return to full health in time for Week 1 against Seattle on Sunday, Sept. 7.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Healthy start to camp Gage put his improved health on display when he made an athletic grab during Tuesday's padded practice session, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Impact Gage suffered a torn patellar tendon during training camp in 2023 that cost him the last two years of action. The veteran wideout admitted that his career felt in jeopardy before latching on to the 49ers' practice squad late last season and rediscovering his burst. The 29-year-old has proven to be a reliable backup option during his time with Atlanta and Tampa Bay, a role he hopes to carve out in camp for a lean receiver room in San Francisco.

JULY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining with SF The 49ers signed Gage to a reserve/future deal Tuesday.

Impact Gage is an NFL veteran who spent the first four years of his career with the Falcons. The 28-year-old hasn't logged a snap in an NFL game since 2022 when he was with Tampa Bay -- during that campaign, he was fairly productive with a career-high five touchdown catches while recording 51 receptions for 426 yards over 13 regular-season contests. Gage latched on with San Francisco's practice squad this November and will now have a chance to compete for a roster spot during training camp this summer.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

49ers hope return of injured players makes up for lack of big deadline addition

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NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • Associated Press

Finds work in San Francisco The 49ers signed Gage to their practice squad Wednesday.

Impact The 28-year-old wideout failed to catch on in Baltimore this past offseason, but he's now found a new home in San Francisco. Gage most recently appeared in 13 regular-season games with the Buccaneers in 2022, catching 51 of his 70 targets for 426 yards and five touchdowns. He could find his way onto the 49ers' active roster if their wide receiver room faces injuries later this season.

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ravens move on The Ravens are releasing Gage, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Gage, who missed the entire 2023 season after suffering a torn patellar tendon last August, caught on with Baltimore earlier this month, but he'll now look to either land a roster spot elsewhere or secure a practice squad opportunity. The 28-year-old last saw regular-season action in 2022 with the Buccaneers, when he logged a 51/426/5 receiving line in 13 contests.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ravens release WR Russell Gage ahead of 53-man roster cutdown Baltimore Ravens release WR Russell Gage ahead of 53-man roster cutdown

AUGUST 26, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

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