49ers Navigate Injury Crisis: Sign Judon, Bosa’s Future in Doubt
The San Francisco 49ers are grappling with a wave of injuries along their defensive line, prompting a flurry of roster moves. In a significant development, the team signed veteran edge rusher Matthew Judon to the practice squad on Monday. Judon, a four-time Pro Bowler from 2019 to 2022, worked out for the team on Saturday alongside three other free agents. Rather than immediately promoting any of them to the active roster, the 49ers elevated Viliami Fehoko Jr. This comes as the defensive line has been decimated by injuries, including a calf injury to star edge rusher Nick Bosa suffered before Thursday’s practice. Bosa’s injury history has led to speculation that the 49ers might consider parting ways with him, though no official decision has been made.nnIn the backfield, the 49ers are dealing with their own injury concerns. Rookie running back Ollie Gordon remains the most likely candidate to lead the committee in the short term, as he is currently healthy. Meanwhile, Jaylen Wright missed last week’s game and has seen limited action, logging just seven snaps in two games this year, compared to Gordon’s 15 snaps in the first two weeks. The team will need to rely on Gordon’s availability as they navigate the coming weeks.nnAround the league, other teams are also facing significant injuries. The New York Giants have lost key starters in back-to-back weeks due to serious knee injuries, further depleting their roster. Despite these setbacks, Giants coach John Harbaugh confirmed that Jameis Winston remains the team’s starting quarterback. In Minnesota, the Vikings are monitoring the status of star wide receiver Justin Jefferson, who is dealing with an injury. While Week 4 remains a possibility for Jefferson, the Vikings could opt to sit him against a struggling Dolphins offense that just lost its star player to a torn ACL.nnFor the 49ers, the signing of Judon brings a seasoned pass rusher to a practice squad that could soon see him elevated to the active roster
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