The San Francisco 49ers have released their injury report ahead of Wednesday’s practice, detailing several key players’ status as they prepare for their upcoming matchup.
Notably, linebacker Tatum Bethune and defensive end Sam Okuayinonu both did not participate in Wednesday’s session due to high ankle sprains. Kicker Eddy Pineiro is also sidelined with a hamstring issue. In contrast, linebacker Luke Gifford was limited during practice, dealing with hip and neck concerns.
Running back Christian McCaffrey received a veteran day off, highlighting the team’s approach to managing player workloads as the season progresses.
The return of Robert Beal, who has been cleared from concussion protocol, is a positive development for the defense, especially amidst concerns over Okuayinonu’s availability. Head coach Kyle Shanahan addressed the injury, indicating that Okuayinonu could miss at least a couple of weeks due to the nature of a high-ankle sprain.
Furthermore, the 49ers will not activate Brandon Aiyuk, Yetur Gross-Matos, or Jacob Cowing this week. However, Shanahan noted that Gross-Matos is making progress, although his knee injury has led to additional complications throughout the season. There is optimism that Gross-Matos could be ready to return following the team’s bye week.
As the 49ers navigate these injuries, there remains a sense of resilience within the roster, with players stepping up to fill critical roles during this challenging period. The team will look to maintain its competitive edge as they prepare for their next outing.