49ers Trade For Big-Time Wide Receiver In Blockbuster Trade Deadline Move
This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.
The San Francisco 49ers spent the days ahead of the 2026 NFL trade deadline working on a deal to bring in a proven wide receiver to help quarterback Brock Purdy. At 7-1, they are one of the best teams in the league, yet injuries have been ruthless with Kyle Shanahan’s team.
In prior weeks, they were heavily linked with New York Jets star pass catcher Garrett Wilson, but the Jets were adamant about letting him go. The Niners had to switch their focus to other targets, and they found the right one hours before the deadline.
Keenan Allen Joins San Francisco 49ers In Major Trade Deadline Move
On Tuesday, Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport reported that the Niners struck a deal with the Indianapolis Colts for Keenan Allen’s services. Allen, who became an icon with the Los Angeles Chargers, joined the Colts for the 2026 campaign.
In eight games, he caught 40 passes for 351 yards and a single score. At 34, he is past his best year, but this season’s numbers show that he can still contribute.
San Francisco has dealt with injuries to Christian Kirk, Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel. Adding a veteran presence like Allen can give them a notable boost.
