Brandin Cooks Joins San Francisco 49ers Practice Squad
Stockton native and 12-year NFL veteran Brandin Cooks has been added to the San Francisco 49ers practice squad.
Sacramento Stockton Modesto, CA, September 23, 2026 —
Brandin Cooks, a wide receiver with 12 years of experience in the National Football League and a native of Stockton, California, has been signed to the San Francisco 49ers’ practice squad.
The addition of the veteran receiver to the team’s practice squad marks a new chapter for Cooks, who has played for multiple franchises throughout his NFL career. While specific details regarding the terms of his agreement or the duration of his placement on the practice squad were not immediately available, his presence could offer the 49ers an experienced option in their receiving corps.
Cooks’ career in the NFL began in 2014. Over his 12 seasons, he has established himself as a deep threat and a reliable pass-catcher. Information regarding which team he was most recently affiliated with prior to joining the 49ers practice squad was not provided in the summary. Similarly, the exact date of his signing and the specific composition of the 49ers’ current practice squad roster were not detailed.
The San Francisco 49ers organization has not released further information regarding the strategic implications of adding Cooks to the practice squad at this juncture of the season. Typically, players on the practice squad can be elevated to the active roster, provided they meet certain eligibility requirements and team needs. The team’s coaching staff will likely assess his readiness and integration into the offensive schemes during practice sessions.
Cooks’ homecoming to the Bay Area, albeit on the practice squad, is a notable development for local fans. His extensive experience in the league brings a wealth of knowledge that could benefit younger players on the roster as well.
Story summarized from the original created by Asia Cymone Smith on fox40.com, see more information here.
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