- Danny Gray
- #6
- Team SF
- Pos WR
- Status QQuestionable
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Unavailable for postseason
Gray's (shoulder) will remain on injured reserve for the rest of the postseason after his 21-day evaluation window expired Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Gray was designated to return from IR in late December, but he will ultimately be forced to remain sidelined for the rest of the playoffs after his practice window passed without him being added to the 53-man roster. The wide receiver failed to appear in a game during the 2023 campaign and he'll now shift his focus to being ready to go for the 2024 season.
Published: Wed, Jan 17 at 7:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Week 18
Gray (shoulder) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Rams.
Analysis: Gray was a full participant in all three practice sessions this week, but he'll remain on the team's IR to end the regular season. He was placed on the 49ers' injured reserve list Aug. 30 after spraining his shoulder in the preseason. Gray will have two weeks to get himself ready for San Francisco's first game of the playoffs.
Published: Sat, Jan 6 at 3:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Sunday
Gray (shoulder) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Gray remains on injured reserve but is eligible to be activated prior to Sunday's contest. He's yet to play this season but could have an opportunity to see offensive playing time against Los Angeles with Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk expected to rest.
Published: Fri, Jan 5 at 6:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Full practice Wednesday
Gray (shoulder) was a full participant at the 49ers' practice Wednesday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Gray was designated to return from injured reserve last week and his full participation to open the week seems to suggest that he's nearing an activation by San Francisco. If activated, the 24-year-old will provide the team with some added depth behind the likes of Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk at wide receiver heading into the postseason.
Published: Wed, Jan 3 at 5:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't return Week 17
Gray (shoulder) has been downgraded to out ahead of Sunday's game against the Commanders.
Analysis: Despite a full week of practice, Gray will remain on injured reserve through Week 17 as he continues to nurse a shoulder issue. The 24-year-old has spent the entire year on injured reserve, and he'll now look to make his return in Week 18 against the Rams.
Published: Sat, Dec 30 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to practice
The 49ers designated Gray (shoulder) for return from injured reserve Wednesday.
Analysis: Gray has been on IR since Aug. 30 due to a sprained shoulder, but the team has now opened a 21-day window for him to return to practice and ultimately be added to the active roster. If the wide receiver isn't activated within that timeframe, he'll revert to IR for the remainder of the season. While playing 85 offensive snaps over 13 games in his rookie campaign with the 49ers in 2022, Gray recorded one reception for 10 yards on seven targets and carried once for nine yards.
Published: Wed, Dec 27 at 5:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Headed for IR
Gray (shoulder) will be placed on injured reserve Thursday and will miss a minimum of four games, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Analysis: The earliest he can make his 2023 debut is Week 5 against Dallas on Oct. 8. Until then, Jauan Jennings won't have much competition for the No. 3 receiver gig, though that role is de-emphasized in a 49ers offense that often uses a fullback and sometimes a second tight end. With fellow depth wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud (wrist) also out for the start of the season, seventh-round rookie Ronnie Bell could get some snaps off the bench early on in 2023.
Published: Wed, Aug 30 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Sprains shoulder
Gray has a sprained joint in his right shoulder, Josh Dubow of The Associated Press reports.
Analysis: Gray injured his shoulder during San Francisco's win versus the Broncos on Saturday and will now likely miss the start of the season. The 2022 third-round pick could now find his roster spot in jeopardy as he only caught one pass on seven targets for 10 yards during his rookie season
Published: Sun, Aug 20 at 2:33pm by Rotowire.com
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May have suffered collarbone injury
Gray (shoulder) will have additional testing done to determine if he suffered a collarbone injury, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Gray exited Saturday's 21-20 preseason win over the Broncos early with a shoulder injury and initial X-rays were unclear, so the wide receiver will undergo more testing to determine the severity. The wide receiver is competing for a final roster spot, and a prolonged absence would likely end his chances.
Published: Sat, Aug 19 at 9:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Exits with shoulder injury
Gray (shoulder) exited Saturday's preseason game against the Broncos and will not return, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Gray wasn't targeted before leaving in the first half. After playing just 85 offensive snaps as a rookie last season, Gray is competing for a roster spot this summer. Missing time with an injury won't help his cause.
Published: Sat, Aug 19 at 6:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Rarely sees field in rookie year
Gray finished his rookie campaign with one reception (seven targets) for 10 yards and one rush for nine yards in the regular season.
Analysis: Gray logged just 85 offensive snaps across 13 active games, failing to crack the regular rotation even in relief of injured starters. Head coach Kyle Shanahan drew up a couple of gadget plays for his third-round wideout, but he didn't trust the rookie in meaningful moments this season. Perhaps Gray sees more usage in his sophomore campaign, but he will have to fight up several spots on the receiver depth chart during training camp to be worth monitoring in fantasy.
Published: Mon, Jan 16 at 2:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs full activity
Gray (hamstring) practiced fully Tuesday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Gray sustained an apparent hamstring injury during last Thursday's win over Seattle, but his ability to partake in Tuesday's session without limitations implies that the rookie third-rounder should be good to go for this weekend's matchup against the Commanders. Gray will likely handle a rotational pass-catching role behind Brandon Aiyuk, Jauan Jennings and Ray-Ray McCloud in Week 16.
Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 5:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Considered day-to-day
Coach Kyle Shanahan said Gray (hamstring) is considered day-to-day, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Gray suffered a hamstring injury in the second half of Thursday's 21-13 win over Seattle and didn't return. However, he appears to have avoided a significant injury and could return to action in Week 16. The rookie third-round pick has made 10 appearances this season, securing just one of seven targets for 10 yards across 62 offensive snaps.
Published: Fri, Dec 16 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to return Thursday
Gray is questionable to return to Thursday Night Football against Seattle with a hamstring injury, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Gray appears to have injured his hamstring during the second half, though it's unclear when or how this injury occurred. The rookie third-rounder made the first catch of his career during last week's 35-7 win over Tampa Bay, and he's seen sparse usage over nine games this season. With Gray sidelined for the time being, expect Willie Snead to step up into a bigger role after being elevated from the practice squad for Thursday's divisional matchup.
Published: Thu, Dec 15 at 7:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes first career reception
Gray played 13 of the 49ers' 59 snaps on offense and finished with one catch for 10 yards on his lone target in Sunday's 35-7 win over the Buccaneers.
Analysis: After failing to haul in any of the six targets he drew over his eight NFL games, Gray finally came through with a reception in garbage time of the Week 14 contest. With Deebo Samuel (knee/ankle) exiting the contest with an injury that is expected to sideline him for around three weeks, Gray will be in line to suit up for Thursday's game in Seattle, but the rookie out of SMU isn't guaranteed to take on a major role. Brandon Aiyuk, Jauan Jennings and Ray-Ray McCloud are likely to serve as the…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 14 at 10:55am by Rotowire.com
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Turns in full practice
Gray (ankle) was a full participant in Friday's practice, 49ers Webzone reports.
Analysis: Gray hurt his ankle in warmups prior to Sunday's game against the Chargers and did not play a snap. However, he's now on track to return to the field Monday against Arizona after turning in the full practice Friday. He's battled a hip injury and illness as well this season, limiting him to only six targets -- and no catches -- across five games.
Published: Fri, Nov 18 at 7:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Records limited practice Thursday
Gray (ankle) managed to log a limited practice Thursday, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Gray rolled his ankle ahead of the 49ers' Week 10 matchup with the Chargers and was unable to play. The receiver has yet to see double-digit snaps this season, so expect his role to remain limited even if the rookie is healthy.
Published: Thu, Nov 17 at 5:12pm by Rotowire.com
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May not miss time
Gray is considered day-to-day after injuring his ankle in warmups Sunday, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Gray ended up not playing a snap in Sunday's win over the Chargers, as he rolled his ankle during warmups. The rookie receiver has yet to carve out a steady role in the 49ers' offense, and he hasn't played more than seven snaps this season. He'll work to be ready Week 11 against the Cardinals.
Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 4:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Hurts ankle in warmups
Coach Kyle Shanahan revealed after Sunday's 22-16 win over the Chargers that Gray rolled his ankle in pregame warm-ups, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Gray wasn't targeted in the game, though the rookie wasn't expected to play a significant role even when healthy. His practice participation will be worth monitoring ahead of the 49ers' Week 11 trip to Arizona for MNF.
Published: Sun, Nov 13 at 8:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive Sunday
Gray (coach's decision) will not play Sunday against the Falcons, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Gray was dealing with an illness earlier this week but he did clear his injury designation Thursday. However, the rookie receiver will give way to the veteran Willie Snead against the Falcons.
Published: Sun, Oct 16 at 8:51am by Rotowire.com
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Clear for Week 6
Gray (illness) practiced fully Thursday, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Gray's reps were capped at Wednesday's session, so his return to all activity Thursday paves the way for him to be available Sunday in Atlanta. The rookie third-rounder has found little headway in his three appearances to date, failing to haul in any of his four targets while accumulating 20 offensive snaps.
Published: Thu, Oct 13 at 2:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited Wednesday
Gray was limited during Wednesday's practice due to an illness, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Gray returned to action in Week 5 following a one-game absence due to a hip injury but failed to haul in either of his targets across seven offensive snaps. It appears the depth wideout has moved past the hip issue completely, but his availability for Week 6 may be impacted by his current aliment. He'll have two more opportunities to log a full practice before the team has to make a decision on his status for Sunday's contest against the Falcons.
Published: Wed, Oct 12 at 11:36am by Rotowire.com
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Suits up, draws two targets
Gray (hip) failed to haul in either of his targets in Sunday's 37-15 win over Carolina.
Analysis: Gray returned from a hip injury and logged seven offensive snaps while operating as the 49ers' fifth wideout. The deep threat has failed to catch any of his four targets in the three games he has been active for this season.
Published: Mon, Oct 10 at 8:57am by Rotowire.com
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Back to full practice
Gray (hip) was a full practice participant Wednesday, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Gray didn't practice last week due to a hip injury and was given a doubtful designation for Monday's game against the Rams, for which he eventually was inactive. However, the rookie third-round pick was able to take part in every drill to begin Week 5 prep, setting him up to be available Sunday in Carolina. If Jauan Jennings (ankle) -- who was a limited participant Wednesday -- is at all inhibited this weekend, Gray could be in line for a bigger workload than normal.
Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 4:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Not playing Monday
Gray (hip) is listed as inactive Monday against the Rams, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Analysis: This more or less was expected after Gray didn't practice during Week 4 prep and was deemed doubtful to play. With the rookie third-round pick sidelined, Jauan Jennings, Ray-Ray McCloud, Willie Snead and Malik Turner will be the 49ers' available wide receivers behind top options Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk.
Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 3:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Not likely against Rams
Gray (hip) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Rams, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Gray was unable to practice at all during the week, so it's likely he will miss the 49ers' Week 4 divisional showdown. He has been active for two of three games to this point and played a combined 13 offensive snaps while commanding two targets.
Published: Sat, Oct 1 at 4:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't practice Friday
Gray (hip) didn't practice Friday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Gray has missed back-to-back practices ahead of Week 4 due to a hip issue and will have just one more practice before the team needs to decide his status for Monday's contest against the Rams. The rookie third-round pick has played 13 offensive snaps over his first two games of the season, but he's failed to haul in either of his two targets, which both came in Week 2 against Seattle.
Published: Fri, Sep 30 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with hip injury
Gray didn't practice Thursday due to a hip issue, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Analysis: During the portion of Thursday's session open to the media, Gray wasn't taking part while wearing a sleeve on his right leg, according to Matt Barrows of The Athletic. Now that the reason for his absence is known, Gray's status bears monitoring ahead of Monday's game against the Rams. If he's able to play, the rookie third-round pick still is in search of his first career catch.
Published: Thu, Sep 29 at 4:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Not dressing Sunday
Gray (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game at Chicago, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: A rookie third-round pick, Gray saw plenty of action during the preseason, including a 76-yard connection with Trey Lance for a touchdown in the exhibition opener. Still, Gray won't make the cut for the 49ers in Week 1. Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk are the team's main options at wide receiver, while Jauan Jennings, Ray-Ray McCloud and Malik Turner serve as depth.
Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 9:08am by Rotowire.com
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Totals 24 yards in preseason win
Gray recorded two receptions on four targets for 24 yards in Saturday's preseason win over the Vikings.
Analysis: Gray drew the second target of the game for San Francisco and tallied receptions of nine and 15 yards. The rookie third-round pick also converted a two-point conversion to put the 49ers up by seven early in the fourth quarter. Gray should be locked into a roster spot but is fighting for a regular role among the team's receiving corps.
Published: Sat, Aug 20 at 8:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Full practice Wednesday
Gray (hip/back) returned to full practice participation during Wednesday's joint session with the Vikings, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: In the wake of last Friday's preseason win over the Packers, head coach Kyle Shanahan told Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area that Gray was dealing with hip and back soreness, which was expected to sideline the wideout for a few days. Gray proceeded to miss the 49ers' ensuing two practices before the team made the trip to Minnesota. During 7-on-7 drills Wednesday, the rookie third-round pick connected with Trey Lance on a deep ball down the right sideline, reminiscent of his 76-yard score down…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 17 at 6:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with pair of injuries
Coach Kyle Shanahan said Gray will miss a few days due to hip and back soreness, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Gray broke loose for a 76-yard touchdown down the left sideline during Friday's preseason win against the Packers, connecting with Trey Lance in the process. Overall, Gray hauled in two of four targets for 99 yards and the score. That said, the rookie third-round pick emerged with a pair of health concerns, which could impact his availability for upcoming joint practices with the Vikings and next Saturday's exhibition in Minnesota.
Published: Sat, Aug 13 at 2:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores 76-yard touchdown Friday
Gray secured two of four targets for 99 yards and a touchdown in the 49ers' 28-21 preseason win over the Packers on Friday night.
Analysis: Gray's yardage total paced the 49ers' pass catchers on the night, and he also recorded a game-long reception when he hauled in a 76-yard touchdown pass from Trey Lance late in the first quarter. The rookie third-round pick's 4.3 speed was evident on the splash play, and Gray will continue his bid to secure a potential No. 3 or No. 4 receiver role during a road preseason clash against the Vikings a week from Saturday night.
Published: Fri, Aug 12 at 9:33pm by Rotowire.com
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