San Francisco Chronicle
Sidelined by a knee injury described as a hyperextension with a bone bruise, the 49ers’ fullback faces an estimated multi-week absence, limiting a key versatile blocker in their run-heavy, two-back sets. The MRI confirmed the worst-case risk was avoided, creating a wait-and-see period with a plan to manage replacements across tight ends and receiving corps as the team navigates a upcoming stretch. The injury compounds a string of absences on defense and in the backfield, prompting the coaching staff to weigh reinforcements and lineup shifts while aiming to maintain offensive versatility. The team contends with ongoing health concerns ahead of a demanding schedule and potential returns for several players as the bye week approaches.
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