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49ers K Eddy Piñeiro Questionable With Illness

PUBLISHED Sep 18, 2026, 7:48 PM ET

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49ers K Eddy Piñeiro Questionable With Illness

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San Francisco 49ers placekicker Eddy Piñeiro is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Miami Dolphins due to an illness, head coach Kyle Shanahan announced. Piñeiro missed three consecutive practices, prompting San Francisco to plan a practice squad kicker signing Saturday as insurance. Shanahan stated the team is deciding between two candidates. Running back Kaelon Black (groin) is also questionable, while wide receiver De'Shaun Stribling (ankle) has been ruled out.\n\nPiñeiro converted 28 of 29 field goal attempts during the 2025 regular season before signing an offseason contract extension. Final active status depends on Saturday transactions and medical clearance. San Francisco holds $44.1 million in available salary cap space, ensuring financial flexibility for roster adjustments. The 49ers opened the 2026 NFL regular season with a 27-7 victory over the Los Angeles Rams in Week 1. Kickoff against Miami is scheduled for Sunday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, barring unexpected morning medical setbacks or transaction shifts.

By Yusra M. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

On September 7, 2026, defensive end Sam Okuayinonu suffered a broken foot during practice.
On September 8, 2026, 49ers placed Sam Okuayinonu on injured reserve following foot surgery.
On September 11, 2026, San Francisco defeated Los Angeles Rams 27-7 in Week 1.
On September 12, 2026, San Francisco announced a multi-year contract extension for Kyle Shanahan.
On September 16, 2026, Eddy Piñeiro participated in regular scheduled team walkthrough preparations.
On September 17, 2026, Eddy Piñeiro missed practice session due to unconfirmed viral illness symptoms.
On September 18, 2026, Eddy Piñeiro missed second consecutive practice as coaching staff monitored recovery.
On September 19, 2026, Eddy Piñeiro missed third straight practice; listed questionable for Sunday game.
On September 19, 2026, Kyle Shanahan confirmed practice squad kicker signing planned for Saturday roster insurance.
On September 19, 2026, Kaelon Black listed questionable with groin injury and De'Shaun Stribling ruled out.
Expect roster transaction announcement on Saturday afternoon identifying the practice squad kicker reinforcement option.
Expect final active/inactive roster designation issuance 90 minutes prior to Sunday kickoff.

News Intelligence

Immediate US impact: Alters 49ers special teams planning before Sunday game against Dolphins.
Possible long-term US impact: Tests San Francisco depth management during early regular season schedule stretch.
Most affected groups: 49ers coaching staff, fantasy football managers, special teams coordinators, Dolphins defensive analysts.
Reader Prioritization: Track official Saturday roster transaction feeds and pre-game warm-up reporter updates.

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