Brandin Cooks signing is bad news for 3 young 49ers WRs who are now blocked

The San Francisco 49ers have signed veteran wide receiver Brandin Cooks to their practice squad to bolster a depleted receiving corps. The move follows significant injuries to Ricky Pearsall, who is out for the year, De'Zhaun Stribling, and Demarcus Robinson.

Cooks' arrival is expected to impact the playing opportunities for younger wideouts, including Jacob Cowing and Jordan Watkins. Head coach Kyle Shanahan may rely more heavily on the experienced veteran in key situations over the team's less proven options.