A more realistic target could be Week 6—or shortly thereafter. Shanahan kept his comments vague when pressed for an update on Aiyuk's recovery, simply saying, "Yeah, he's progressing. Yup."
That was all he said on the topic.
While most of the attention centered on Brock Purdy's return to practice on Wednesday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic shared video of Aiyuk working on the side as he pushes toward a return to the field.
Purdy missed Week 2 against the New Orleans Saints with a toe injury sustained in Week 1. Mac Jones started in his place, leading the 49ers to a 26-21 victory and helping improve their record to 2-0.
The 49ers remain optimistic that Aiyuk will return and make an impact in 2025, providing Purdy with another proven playmaker and bolstering the receiving corps as the team aims for a return to the postseason.
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