Upton Stout out of non-contact jersey
Niners Wire • • sports
Key Points:
- San Francisco 49ers cornerback Upton Stout has returned to full-contact practice after recovering from a shoulder injury, signaling his readiness for Week 9.
- Stout's absence in previous games forced the 49ers to use less effective replacements, leading to defensive struggles against Washington and Atlanta.
- The return of Stout allows the 49ers to restore their successful nickel cornerback trio with Deommodore Lenoir and Renardo Green, strengthening their pass defense.
- Stout's comeback is timely as the 49ers prepare to face the Las Vegas Raiders and quarterback Kirk Cousins, who is having a standout season.
- Christian McCaffrey also returned to practice after missing Wednesday, providing additional good news for the team's Week 9 availability.
