Kyle Shanahan just laid out a brutal injury report for the 49ers, confirming that star linebacker Dre Greenlaw, offensive tackle Trent Williams, and wide receiver Mike Evans are all sitting out practice this Wednesday. This is a massive hit to a team already trying to grind through the regular season.
Three Key Starters Sidelined
Look, losing *any* of your big-time players is tough, but having three injured from last Sunday’s win over the Cardinals, all missing a critical Wednesday practice? That’s rough. Greenlaw is battling a quad injury, which can be sneaky bad for a linebacker who relies on that explosive burst. Williams, a rock on that O-line, is dealing with a stinger. You never want to hear about neck/shoulder issues for a big guy like him. And Evans? He’s got a rib injury, which sounds incredibly painful for a receiver who takes hits across the middle. Shanahan did offer a sliver of hope there, saying he “hopes Evans will be able to practice by the end of the week.” Let’s cross our fingers on that one, because they need him out there.
The Bosa Bomb and More Absences Pile On
And if those three weren’t enough, we’re still waiting on Nick Bosa. The man missed the Cardinals game with a calf injury, and yep, he’s not practicing Wednesday either. The update isn’t great, with Bosa expected to miss more time, but at least Shanahan clarified he won’t be placed on injured reserve. That’s a small win, but still, Bosa on the sideline hurts. Plus, the list of guys sitting out extends even further: defensive tackle James Thompson (ankle), defensive lineman Keion White (hamstring), wide receiver KhaDarel Hodge (knee), and Christian McCaffrey, who’s getting a rest day. It really tests your depth when so many names are on the non-participant list.
With so many key players sidelined for a mid-week practice, the 49ers are definitely feeling the heat right now. Every rep counts, especially when you’re preparing for Sunday’s game, and having so many big names on the sidelines means coaches have their work cut out for them. We’ll be watching closely to see who can get back on the field by Thursday or Friday.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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