San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa will miss another practice on Wednesday, a concerning update for a star player who has been sidelined since Week 2. This isn’t just a casual day off either, as head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed Bosa will skip even a lower-tempo practice as the team returns from their Monday night win over the Commanders.
Bosa’s Lingering Calf Issue
Bosa’s absence since Week 2 stems from a calf injury, and the hope from Shanahan is that he can get back on the field at some point later this week. The 49ers are coming off a big win, but not having Bosa on the field remains a massive blow for their defense. You just hate to see a key player like that stuck on the sidelines this deep into the regular season.
Evans and Samuel’s Battle with Injury
Over in Tampa Bay, the news isn’t much better. Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans will also miss practice today as he continues to battle Achilles tendonitis. This same issue forced him out of their game against the Commanders. The goal is for his management to go well enough that he can suit up for Week 7 against the Falcons, but that’s a big question mark right now. Adding to the wide receiver woes, 49ers receiver Deebo Samuel, who also missed the Commanders game due to a hamstring injury, remains out of practice too. That’s a lot of firepower missing for two serious contenders.
With both Bosa and Samuel still nursing injuries for the 49ers, and Evans facing down Achilles tendonitis ahead of a Week 7 matchup against the Falcons, these teams are playing a tricky balancing act with key players. Fans are definitely holding their breath hoping to see some of these guys back on the field sooner rather than later.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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