Alex Smith is making progress

Tight end Jordan Reed landed on injured reserve due to an MCL sprain on October 3. The San Francisco 49ers placed cornerback K'Waun Williams on injured reserve due to an ACL sprain on October 10. Chris Biderman of the Sacramento Bee, who observed the early portion of Thursday's practice, saw both players as they continue to rehab their injuries and prepare to return. It sounds like both are making good progress. Also spotted at practice, slot CB K'Waun Williams running around and catching passes. He's eligible to return of IR next week. TE Jordan Reed, who's been out since Week 3

The San Francisco 49ers today announced that the team has waived defensive lineman Alex Barrett and cornerback Parnell Motley. One roster spot will likely be used to add defensive end Jordan Willis, once the trade with the New York Jets becomes official this week. The other could be used for cornerback K'Waun Williams' return from injured reserve or a similar move. The 49ers Communication staff provided the following rundown. Barrett (6-2, 250) was promoted to the active roster from the team's practice squad on October 7, 2020, where he appeared in three games and registered two tackles. Motley (6-0, 180) was originally claimed off waivers by the 49ers from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on