With Nick Bosa out longer than expected, 49ers may not have enough healthy players for roster spots on Sunday
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Key Points:
- 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa has missed five consecutive games due to a pulled calf muscle sustained in practice before Week 3, with no clear timeline for his return.
- Coach Kyle Shanahan indicated Bosa was initially optimistic about returning by Week 6 or 7, but a setback during workouts has delayed his comeback, especially with upcoming games on turf.
- The 49ers are dealing with an unprecedented injury crisis, potentially having fewer than 48 healthy players available for their next game, a situation Shanahan has never experienced before.
- Despite the injuries and challenges, the 49ers continue to win, marking Shanahan’s best coaching year to date and positioning him as a frontrunner for the NFL Coach of the Year award.
