Matthew Judon is officially making his debut for the San Francisco 49ers in Week 4, getting elevated straight off the practice squad just in time. This move comes as the Niners are scrambling a bit after a valiant Week 3 effort against the Arizona Cardinals.
Who’s Stepping Up On D?
The 49ers’ defensive line is seeing some serious action this week. Edge rusher Viliami Fehoko Jr. got waived, and in steps Judon, a familiar face for defensive coordinator Raheem Morris. Morris is clearly banking on that past experience, especially with star Nick Bosa ruled out for Week 4. Romello Height and Keion White were limited in practice on Friday, but the team’s confident at least one, maybe both, will suit up. If not, Khalid Kareem and Ogbo Okoronkwo are on standby. Plus, they brought up defensive tackle Sebastian Valdez from the practice squad too, beefing up the interior.
Offensive Weapons and Special Teams Calls
It’s not just the defense getting a shake-up. Wide receiver Mike Evans is officially questionable for Sunday, dealing with a rib injury. He told the media Friday he plans to play through it, but head coach Kyle Shanahan is holding firm, calling him a game-time decision. Brock Purdy’s five wide receiver targets against the Broncos are set: Evans, Deebo Samuel, Jacob Cowing, Brandin Cooks, and Jordan Watkins. They also elevated Malik Turner from the practice squad. Don’t expect Turner to be catching passes, though; his role is strictly special teams coverage units, every single one of ’em.
With these defensive adjustments and offensive question marks, the 49ers are definitely going into their Week 4 matchup against the Broncos with some things to prove. Can Judon make an instant impact? Will Evans gut it out? It’s gonna be a must-watch to see how these moves play out on the field.
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Originally reported by Niners Nation.
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