Title: San Francisco 49ers’ McCaffrey, Samuel, and Williams Listed as Day-to-Day Ahead of Monday Night Matchup
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The San Francisco 49ers are keeping a watchful eye on the injury status of star running back Christian McCaffrey, wide receiver Deebo Samuel, and left tackle Trent Williams, as they prepare to face the Minnesota Vikings on Monday night. Coach Kyle Shanahan provided an update on their conditions following the team’s practice session on Thursday.
In an optimistic tone, Shanahan described the results of McCaffrey’s MRI as encouraging, stating, “Anybody who’s day to day means they have a chance.” The 49ers have identified McCaffrey’s injury as an oblique – affecting his outer abdominal muscles – and have subsequently removed “ribs” from the injury report.
McCaffrey, who currently leads the NFL in rushing yards with an impressive 530, was unable to play in the fourth quarter of the 49ers’ recent 19-17 loss to the Cleveland Browns due to the aforementioned injury. However, the team remains hopeful that he will be available for Monday night’s clash.
Joining McCaffrey on the day-to-day list are wide receiver Deebo Samuel and left tackle Trent Williams. Samuel sustained a left shoulder injury early in the 49ers’ game against the Browns, while Williams had his left ankle rolled up on. After briefly leaving the field, Williams returned to action but was seen leaving the stadium wearing an orthopedic boot.
The absence of McCaffrey, Samuel, and Williams could significantly impact the 49ers’ offensive performance against a tough Vikings defense. However, their respective statuses will continue to be evaluated throughout the week, with hopes that they will be able to contribute to Monday night’s crucial showdown.
Meanwhile, linebacker Dre Greenlaw and left guard Aaron Banks are also not scheduled to practice. Greenlaw sat out the 49ers’ Week 6 game against the Browns due to a hamstring injury, resulting in a season-worst performance by the team’s run defense, which allowed 160 yards without him in the lineup.
As the 49ers strive to recover from their recent defeat and return to their winning ways, the availability of key players such as McCaffrey, Samuel, Williams, Greenlaw, and Banks will be vital. The team will continue to closely monitor their conditions in the hopes of fielding their strongest possible squad on Monday night.
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