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The San Francisco 49ers closed a brief second act with Dante Pettis on Thursday, releasing the wide receiver from the practice squad with an injury settlement, via the NFL transaction wire.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / October 1

49ers Notebook: Dante Pettis opens up on reunion; Brandin Cooks, Matthew Judon ramp up

Wide receiver Dante Pettis spoke to Bay Area reporters for the first time since returning to the San Francisco 49ers this week. The 49ers signed him to the practice squad, but with injuries thinning the roster early this season, he could have an opportunity to provide game-day depth.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / September 30

49ers officially sign WR Dante Pettis to practice squad

The San Francisco 49ers have officially announced the signing of wide receiver Dante Pettis to their practice squad. NFL insider Jordan Schultz first reported the move on Tuesday.

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / September 30

49ers Reunite With WR Dante Pettis

The 49ers’ injury issues at wide receiver have led them back to a familiar face. San Francisco is reuniting with Dante Pettis, per NFL insider Jordan Schultz, eight years after selecting him in the second round of the 2018 draft.

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49ers Signing WR Dante Pettis

According to Jordan Schultz, the 49ers are signing WR Dante Pettis to a contract on Tuesday. San Francisco hosted Pettis for a workout earlier today. Pettis now returns to the team where he started his career in 2018. Pettis, 30, is a former second-round pick of the 49ers back in 2018.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 29

49ers Hosted Nine For Tryouts, Including WR Dante Pettis

Per the wire, the 49ers tried out nine players on Tuesday, including familiar faces such as WR Dante Pettis and WR Brenden Rice, son of 49ers legend Jerry Rice.

Buffalo Bills News / Viral Sports News / August 30

Buffalo Bills Part Ways With 9-Year NFL Veteran

The Buffalo Bills released wide receiver Dante Pettis on Saturday as they trimmed the roster toward the 53-player limit. Pettis was among 13 players cut on August 29.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 31

Bills Officially Make Three Roster Moves

The Buffalo Bills officially signed WR Dante Pettis and CB D.J. Miller on Friday and cut S Wande Owens, per the NFL Transactions wire. Pettis, 30, is a former second-round pick of the 49ers back in 2018.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / July 30

Bills Sign Former Second-Round Wide Receiver, Changing Roster Dynamic

After working out several players after Day 2 of training camp, the Buffalo Bills have signed wide receiver Dante Pettis. In a corresponding move, the Bills waived WR Jalen Virgil with a non-football injury designation.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 30

Bills Signed WR Dante Pettis

The Buffalo Bills announced they’ve signed WR Dante Pettis to a contract on Thursday. In a corresponding move, the team waived WR Jalen Virgil with a NFI designation.

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New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 3

Saints Sign Two Players From Practice Squad

According to Mike Triplett, the Saints signed WR/KR Dante Pettis and G William Sherman from the practice squad to the active roster for Week 14. Pettis, 30, is a former second-round pick of the 49ers back in 2018.

New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 29

Saints Elevated WR Dante Pettis & K Charlie Smyth

The Saints announced on Saturday that they are elevating WR Dante Pettis and K Charlie Smyth ahead of Week 13. Pettis, 30, is a former second-round pick of the 49ers back in 2018.

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New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 8

Saints Elevate WR Dante Pettis & G William Sherman

Per Katherine Terrell, the Saints are elevating WR Dante Pettis and G William Sherman for Week 10. Pettis, 30, is a former second-round pick of the 49ers back in 2018.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / October 3, 2025

Reunion: Saints Sign WR Back To Practice Squad

The New Orleans Saints added another piece to the practice squad on Thursday. This time, the player coming through the door was wide receiver Dante Pettis, as shared by the team.

New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 2, 2025

Saints Signed WR Dante Pettis To Practice Squad

The New Orleans Saints signed WR Dante Pettis to the practice squad, per the NFL transaction wire. The team had a vacancy on the unit which Pettis now filles. Pettis, 29, is a former second-round pick of the 49ers back in 2018.

New Orleans Saints News / Canal Street Chronicles / March 24, 2025

What WR Dante Pettis brings to the Saints

Whether at WR or special teams, Pettis will have an opportunity in New Orleans. On March 9, 2025, the news broke that WR Dante Pettis had re-signed with the New Orleans Saints on a one-year deal.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / March 10, 2025

Saints Reportedly Reuniting With 29-Year-Old Playmaker

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New Orleans Saints News / Total Apex Sports / March 9, 2025

New Orleans Saints Re-Sign Speedy Wide Receiver To 1-Year Deal

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New Orleans Saints News / Athlon Sports / March 9, 2025

Saints Reportedly Bring Back Veteran Wide Receiver On One-Year Deal

Dante Pettis is back with the New Orleans Saints. According to a Sunday afternoon report by The 33rd Team's Ari Meirov, the team is bringing the veteran wide receiver back on a one-year deal.

New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 30, 2024

Saints Making Four Roster Moves, Elevating WR Dante Pettis

According to Mike Triplett, the Saints are signing G Kyle Hergel from the practice squad to the 53-man roster. Additionally, New Orleans is waiving S Millard Bradford.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 6, 2024

Bears release veteran WR with injury settlement

On Tuesday, the Chicago Bears parted ways with a wide receiver who had been with the team in 2022 and 2023. Unfortunately, a preseason injury knocked him out of contention for a spot on this year’s 53-man roster.

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Bears Bring Aboard Punt Return Competition for Dante Pettis

The Bears sought to stabilize their punt return game by signing back Dante Pettis during the offseason after he spent all of 2023 out due to a preseason neck injury.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / March 15, 2024

WR Dante Pettis Re-Signs with Bears After One Year Away from NFL

The Chicago Bears are adding depth to the wide receiver room with a familiar face. Ryan Poles is bringing back former Bears receiver, Dante Pettis, who did not play in the NFL in 2023.

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Giants place Kyler Fackrell on IR, activate three from reserve/COVID-19 list

It wasn't all bad news for Giants fans on Tuesday, however, as Big Blue also activated tight end Kaden Smith, offensive tackle Matt Peart and wide receiver/returner Dante Pettis off the reserve/COVID-19 list. All can participate in Wednesday's practice and could play against Seattle this Sunday.

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