Photo by Matthew Pearce/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images How can this week’s other NFC games help or hurt the Dallas Cowboys? The Dallas Cowboys return to action in Week 8 coming off their bye. Sitting out didn’t hurt the team’s position within the conference; Dallas didn’t move from the 10th spot with their 3-3 record even after last week’s games. With the entire NFC playing this week, how can potential results affect the Cowboys’ playoff chances? Last week brought some shakeup as Detroit moved ahead of Minnesota in the NFC North and the Bears climbed into a wild card spot, putting all four North teams into the tournament based on current standings. Seattle’s win over Atlanta, coupled with the 49ers’ loss to the Chiefs, moved the Seahawks back into the top spot in the NFC West. Here are the NFC playoff standings going into Week 8: Detroit Lions (5-1 overall, 5-1 vs NFC) Washington Commanders (5-2 overall, 3-1 vs NFC) Seattle Seahawks (4-3 overall, 1-3 vs NFC) Atlanta Falcons (4-3 overall, 4-1 vs NFC) Minnesota Vikings (5-1 overall, 3-1 vs NFC) Green Bay Packers (5-2 overall, 2-2 vs NFC) Chicago Bears (4-2 overall, 2-0 vs NFC) ————————————————————————————— Philadelphia Eagles (4-2 overall, 3-2 vs NFC) Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-3 overall, 4-1 vs NFC) Dallas Cowboys (3-3 overall, 1-2 vs NFC) Arizona Cardinals (3-4 overall, 2-3 vs NFC) San Francisco 49ers (3-4 overall, 1-3 vs NFC) While beating the 49ers this week is obviously most critical to the Cowboys, the rest of the NFC’s schedule will impact them as well. Let’s run through those games and see which way we want things to swing for Dallas. Bears over CommandersBengals over Eagles Two no-brainers here as the Cowboys need to catch up to their division rivals. While Washington’s win would help the Bears in the wild card race, Dallas’ best path to the playoffs remains winning the NFC East. They still have all of their semiannual meetings with the Commanders and Eagles on the schedule, so that feels more tangible than the Cowboys worming their way into the NFC North’s stranglehold on the conference. Falcons over Buccaneers This is already the second game between Atlanta and Tampa Bay; the Falcons won the first matchup two weeks ago. Given the Bucs’ injuries, Atlanta may now be the favorites in their division. That means the Cowboys need whoever isn’t winning the NFC South to start taking some losses for any potential wild card implications. But this one is almost a push. Rams over Vikings Even with their first loss of 2024, Minnesota still looked like the second-best team in the NFC. Catching them is unlikely, but every little bit helps. At 2-4 and with a roster in shambles, Los Angeles sounds like they’re about to enter fire sale mode. Still, playing at home on a Thursday night, they could pull off an upset. Titans over LionsJaguars over PackersBills over SeahawksDolphins over Cardinals While we’re still focused on Dallas trying to win its division, these AFC-NFC games offer easy rooting decisions. Nothing about the NFC teams winning these helps the Cowboys Giants over SteelersChargers over SaintsBroncos over Panthers These last few are all about hurting New York’s position in the 2025 Draft. We never want nice things for our NFC East rivals, and especially when what the Giants really need is a new quarterback. After seeing the way Jayden Daniels has elevated the Commanders, the last thing Dallas wants is the Giants also becoming a contender again.
Cowboys lose up-and-coming weapon to another ACL injury
Cowboys lose up-and-coming weapon to another ACL injury Todd Brock Just as the Cowboys were starting to look like they were getting healthy coming off the bye week, a promising emerging talent has suffered a brutal setback to his young career. Tight end John Stephens Jr. tore an ACL in Wednesday’s practice, according to a report from ESPN’s Todd Archer, who cited sources. The 25-year-old joined the club as an undrafted free agent last spring. A wide receiver at both TCU and Louisiana, the 6-foot-5-inch Stephens was converted to tight end during his rookie training camp with the Cowboys. While the team had high hopes for Stephens, his first pro campaign was lost to an ACL injury in the second game of the 2023 preseason. This latest injury is to the same knee; Stephens is expected to undergo surgery and be placed once again on season-ending IR. Stephens had not been active for a game yet in 2024, but the team had positive reviews for him and his development. [affiliatewidget_smgtolocal] Jake Ferguson remains the starter at the position in Dallas. Behind him are Luke Schoonmaker and Brevyn Spann-Ford. Princeton Fant occupies a spot on the practice squad. Read all the best Cowboys coverage at the Austin American-Statesman and Cowboys Wire.
Cowboys vs. 49ers: Week 8 matchup to watch for the Dallas Cowboys
Photo by Ryan Kang/Getty Images There are some matchups that will be more important than others for the Dallas Cowboys this week. After a much-needed week to rest and recuperate, the Dallas Cowboys will be coming off their bye week in an important Week 8 matchup with the rival San Francisco 49ers. While it’s true the 49ers have gotten the better of the Cowboys the last several times these two teams have played one another, this week’s head-to-head battle might actually favor Dallas. Despite the home-field advantage, the San Francisco 49ers are entering this Week 8 matchup beat up and possibly without several key starters. The same also happens to be true for the Dallas Cowboys, making this game all the more intriguing. Whichever team is better equipped to overcome their current injuries should walk away with the victory. Today, we are going to take a look at a few matchups that could help sway the game one way or the other. If the Cowboys were to get the better of the matchups we mentioned below there’s a very good chance they put another “W” in the win column against a 49ers team that has pretty much dominated them recently. Cowboys’ CBs vs. 49ers’ WRs If there is one matchup that might help sway the game in the Cowboys favor against the 49ers, it could come in the passing game if DaRon Bland can return. For the first time all season the Cowboys secondary could be at full strength against a 49ers receiving corps that has been decimated by injuries. Brandon Aiyuk will be out with a season-ending knee injury, Deebo Samuel is dealing with pneumonia and could miss as well, and Jauan Jennings is also dealing with a hip injury. This should all benefit Dallas. Cowboys’ run defense vs. RB Jordan Mason The Cowboys run defense has been suspect at best so far this season, but more so at home than away. When playing at AT&T Stadium they’ve been completely embarrassed by the Saints, Ravens, and Lions, however, on the road they’ve played much better. Fortunately this is the first of two back-to-back road games, but there is still cause for concern because of RB Jordan Mason. He is currently second in the league in rushing yards with with 667 rushing yards. With the 49ers banged up WR corps, containing him is vital. LT Tyler Guyton vs. DE Leonard Floyd Week 8 will be Tyler Guyton’s first week back since injuring his knee against the Steelers in Week 5 after playing only 23 offensive snaps. He’s definitely had his ups and downs in his first six professional starts with the Cowboys going up against some of the best pass rushers in the league, and could have his hands full again against 49ers DE Leonard Floyd. Floyd currently has five QB sacks this season, which is tied for seventh in the league. Hopefully Guyton is rested and better prepared coming off the bye week.
Cowboys news: Mike McCarthy takes responsibility in response to Jones’ criticism of the offense
Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports The latest news surrounding the Dallas Cowboys. Mike McCarthy reacts to Jerry Jones ripping Cowboys play-calling – Josh Sanchez, Sports Illustrated Mike McCarthy takes responsibility in response to Jerry’s criticism. The Dallas Cowboys are in full preparation mode for the San Francisco 49ers after spending the bye week reflecting on some of the embarrassing losses at the start of the season. On Tuesday, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones made his weekly radio appearance and answered a handful of questions from why the team did not pursue Derrick Henry to providing updates on some of the team’s injured stars. During the appearance, Jones also fired off some unexpected, but honest criticism about head coach Mike McCarthy and the team’s offense. On Wednesday, McCarthy met with the media before the team hit the field for practice and was asked about Jones’ comments which included criticizing the team’s play-calling and offensive schemes. McCarthy took responsibility for the offense not being where the team wants it to be. “I talk to Jerry all the time. We’ve had time to go through the self-scout. I didn’t see the comments specifically. But I don’t think we have bad concepts and bad plays. But I’ll go back and check,” McCarthy said. “We’re not where we want to be. That’s clear, and that’s ultimately my responsibility and I’m fully aware of that. We’re very diligent. We’re on top of what we want to do.” Hopefully things can get back on track after the bye week. Kickoff between the Cowboys and 49ers is set for 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC, with live streaming on Peacock. Are Jerry Jones’ fan tours a hurdle to a Cowboys Super Bowl? – Kalyn Kahler, ESPN Another round of scrutiny on the Cowboys tours of the facility. FRISCO, Texas — A tour guide presents a wall display of the Dallas Cowboys’ proudest achievements to a group of 20-plus people crowded in front of him, many wearing a mix of Cowboys jerseys. At the other end of the hallway, less than a football field away, are the Cowboys’ position meeting rooms. A player opens a door and walks out. “Before we get started, we have a few ground rules,” the tour guide says. “If a player or coach walks by, don’t yell, don’t talk to them. Don’t take pictures of any people. If they come up to you, that’s fine. “It’s a work day here at the Dallas Cowboys.” For $40 a pop, fans can experience what the employee manning the tour information booth that day described as “a day in the life of a Cowboys player.” (It’s $70 for the Ultimate Fan Experience, which includes an Authentic Letter of Fandom from Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, a souvenir tote, a lapel pin and a dining and shopping coupon to use at The Star, $90 to add on a Q&A session with an AI Jerry hologram.) The Cowboys say tours of The Star and AT&T Stadium combined sell about 500,000 tickets per year and generate nearly $10 million of annual revenue, which is considered football-related income and included in the league’s revenue share with players, who receive 48%. Most NFL clubs work to limit distractions for players and staff. Paranoia motivates owners to keep the public and media out of the minutiae of football business. But Jones is built differently. “I have always thought that the way to promote the Cowboys and to add interest into what we were doing was to involve in every corner that’s possible, fan interest,” Jones says. First Cowboys injury report for Week 8 raises major concern about Micah Parsons – Jerry Trotta, The Landry Hat Even after the bye, many of Dallas’ stars may still be unavailable. While the 49ers have dominated this matchup over the last three years, Dallas will get a neutered version of the reigning NFC champs. That is important, but the Cowboys have their own injury concerns to worry about. While defensive lineman DeMarcus Lawrence and Marshawn Kneeland remained on IR, Dallas is hopeful to get a number of players back this week. All-Pro defenders Micah Parsons and DaRon Bland top that list. Parsons and Bland returning is no guarantee, though, and the first injury report of the week underlined that in a concerning manner. Parsons worked with the rehab group at Wednesday’s practice and was listed as a DNP (did not participate). While it is still early in the week, this is not a great sign for Parsons’ availability. Jerry Jones said Tuesday on 105.3 The Fan that Parsons will be “game-time decision” for Sunday night. Mike McCarthy added that Parsons has made progress and revealed that Parsons was among several players who remained at the facility putting in additional work during the bye week. Never short on confidence, Parsons himself is optimistic about returning. “My hopes are always very high,”Parsons said about his chances of playing. “I love great challenges. I love being able to beat the odds. I’m going to put this up to my trainers and my coaching staff.” Parsons has now missed two games – the first games he’s ever sat out because of an injury – with a high-ankle sprain he suffered in Week 5. Fair shake or raw deal? Why Mike McCarthy has had it easier than prior head coaches of the Cowboys – Dan Rogers, BloggingTheBoys.com Has Mike McCarthy been set up for success of failure? Things are not going all that well for the Dallas Cowboys. Their record is a mediocre 3-3, but their three wins come against teams with bad quarterbacks, while their three losses have come in a blowout fashion against teams with good quarterbacks. Coming out of their bye week, they are searching for better performances while finding themselves in a dogfight to keep their playoff hopes within reach. That’s a tough spot to be in. One could make a strong case that McCarthy has had it considerably better than many of the head coaches before him. He’s had a
If not now, when? Cowboys will look to reverse 49ers recent dominance
If not now, when? Cowboys will look to reverse 49ers recent dominance Mike Crum The Dallas Cowboys have lost their last three matchups with the San Francisco 49ers, and each outing hads been worse than the previous one. In the 2021 NFC wild-card game, the 49ers got ahead early and survived a late comeback. In the 2022 divisional round, San Francisco shut down the Cowboys offense in a 19-12 victory. In Week 5 last season, the 49ers destroyed Dallas on both sides of the ball in a 42-10 beatdown. The Cowboys again have to travel to San Francisco in Week 8, but this could be the year they pull off the upset. Dallas will be coming in off a bye week, and McCarthy is 12-5 off a bye week in his career as a head coach. Last year, Dallas beat the Los Angeles Rams 43-20 after their break. They won six of their seven games after the bye and came out looking like a completely new offense, with four games scoring 40 points and two others scoring 33. Injuries now decimate the 49ers, even worse than the Cowboys. All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey and his backup Elijah Mitchell are out. Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, defensive tackle Javon Hargrave, safety Talanoa Hufanga, linebacker Dre Greenlaw, and kicker Jake Moody will all miss the contest against the Cowboys. San Francisco has plenty of others who could also miss the Sunday night game. Wide receivers Jauan Jennings and Deebo Samuel are both questionable and tight end George Kittle is too. Dallas has a chance to get three former All-Pro players back: cornerback DaRon Bland, linebacker Eric Kendricks, and defensive end Micah Parsons. Rookie corner Caelen Carson and left tackle Tyler Guyton could also return to help. For the Cowboys, if they can’t beat the 49ers now, then when? You can find Mike Crum on Twitter @cdpiglet or YouTube on the Across the Cowboys Podcast. Read all the best Cowboys coverage at the Austin American-Statesman and Cowboys Wire.
Cowboys open 21-day practice window for injured defensive lineman
Cowboys open 21-day practice window for injured defensive lineman Todd Brock The Cowboys had hoped to use their bye week to get healthy, bringing several injured players back to action for the difficult 11-game gauntlet that will comprise the remainder of the 2024 season. On Wednesday, one veteran took a big step closer to a return to the field, though how much difference it will make is a matter of opinion. Defensive tackle Jordan Phillips, who was placed on injured reserve on Sept. 18 under somewhat confusing circumstances, has had his 21-day practice window opened by the club. The Cowboys now have three weeks to evaluate the 32-year-old and decide if they want to move him to the active roster or end his season. Phillips, originally a second-round draft pick by the Dolphins in 2015 and also a former Bill and Cardinal, was traded to Dallas in the middle of August after he spent the summer with the Giants. But the 330-pounder played only sparingly once the Cowboys’ season got underway. He logged 15 defensive snaps in Week 1 versus Cleveland and played just 19 more the following week against New Orleans. It was after that game that the Cowboys placed Phillips on IR. Team owner Jerry Jones said the lineman had been “favoring his wrist,” even though the Oklahoma product claimed at the time that he knew nothing about it and said his wrist was fine when asked. At the time, his PFF grade stood at 29.6, among the lowest in the league for a defensive lineman. Phillips had indeed undergone surgery the year prior to repair a dislocated wrist, but based on his own comments, many wondered if the Cowboys were really making the move in order to give Phillips a four-week window to perhaps improve his conditioning and better acclimate himself to Mike Zimmer’s defense. [affiliatewidget_smgtolocal] After six games, the Cowboys are giving up an average of 143.2 rushing yards per game, the sixth-worst mark of all defenses leaguewide. They have allowed 10 rushing touchdowns, a total surpassed only by Carolina. The Dallas defense has also been without Micah Parsons, DeMarcus Lawrence, Marshawn Kneeland, Eric Kendricks, and Caelen Carson at various points this season. Sam Williams and DaRon Bland have not played at all in the Cowboys’ six games. The Cowboys’ next five opponents all currently rank in the top half of the NFL in rushing yards per contest. Three of them- San Francisco, Philadelphia, and Washington- are in the top seven, so reinforcements along the defensive line will be most welcome. Read all the best Cowboys coverage at the Austin American-Statesman and Cowboys Wire.
Cowboys Reacts Survey: Either the start of a turnaround, or an implosion
Andrew Dieb-Imagn Images Hopefully the Cowboys are able to figure out who they are coming out of the bye. The Dallas Cowboys are now past their bye and prepping for a game against the San Francisco 49errs on Sunday Night Football. Both teams were expected to be NFC contenders this season. Both teams have gotten off to a slow start, Dallas is 3-3 while the 49ers are 3-4. Both teams have some of their best players on the injury list. Both teams desperately need this game. Normally being a 3-3 team doesn’t c produce the anxiety that is being experienced by the Cowboys fanbase. But the three absolute blowouts at AT&T Stadium (with one attempted fourth-quarter comeback) have Dallas looking nowhere close to being a contender. In fact, the idea of making the playoffs is heavily in doubt according to the fanbase. So as we enter the post-bye period, we need to lay down a marker of just where the fanbase is regarding this team. While the bye can bring some good news like certain players getting healthier and possibly playing this week, there was also the continued inactivity from the front office in trying to upgrade the roster. If improvement is coming, it is likely from within. So we ask our two survey questions this week. Do you have confidence the franchise is headed in the right direction? And do you think the Cowboys will beat the 49ers? Vote in the poll then hit the comments with your thoughts. Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Dallas Cowboys fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in regular email surveys. Please take our survey
With Cowboys’ DE position so thin, their name pops up in trade speculation
Stephen Lew-Imagn Images The Cowboys name will always be included in trade speculation Coming into the season defensive end was one of the Dallas Cowboys’ thinnest position groups. Dallas lost veterans Dorance Armstrong and Dante Fowler Jr. to the Washington Commanders in free agency, and added just one impact edge rusher, second-round pick Marshawn Kneeland, to replace the duo. As the season has gone on, the Cowboys’ edge depth has gotten even worse. Micah Parsons and DeMarcus Lawrence were both injured in Dallas’ Week 4 win over the New York Giants, and neither has seen the field since. The following week, Kneeland, who Dallas was relying on to step up with the two veterans out, suffered a knee injury that will force him to miss a good portion of the regular season. Dallas’ lack of pass-rush has been evident in their past two games. Against the Lions, the Cowboys had to go deep into their depth chart with Chauncey Golston, Tyrus Wheat, K.J. Henry and Carl Lawson as their primary edge rushers. No disrespect intended, but that is not exactly a fearsome group. Even with Parsons set to return this week or next, the Cowboys could desperately use some pass-rush help. As the trade deadline nears, Dallas could look outside the organization to grab a pass-rusher to play alongside the All-Pro. One guy to consider would be Chase Young of the New Orleans Saints. In an article on Bleacher Report, the Cowboys were labeled as one of the potential landing spots for the former number-two overall pick. Here’s what they had to say about why Young could be shipped off at the deadline. The Saints got off to a promising 2-0 start, but their 2024 campaign has since been derailed by multiple injuries. With players like Chris Olave, Rashid Shaheed, Derek Carr and Taysom Hill out, New Orleans isn’t equipped to compete, and the players know it. Thursday’s 33-10 home loss to the Denver Broncos was an embarrassing display of poor effort and even worse tackling. There’s still a slight chance New Orleans can get healthier and rebound, but it may be time to punt on the rest of the season. And if New Orleans begins rebuilding in 2025, it may have to do so with budget contracts and rookie deals. The Saints are projected to be $97.6 million over the cap next offseason. Trading pass-rusher Chase Young, who is on a one-year, $13 million deal, would provide no 2025 cap relief. However, it would net the Saints some valuable draft capital. Young has tallied 1.5 sacks and 13 quarterback pressures in seven games this season. The Dallas Cowboys, who are dealing with the injuries of DeMarcus Lawrence and Micah Parsons, should also be interested. Cowboys defensive line coach Jeff Zgonina coached Young with the Commanders in 2022 and 2023. Young is on a one-year deal, so the cost to acquire him wouldn’t be all that much. The Cowboys could likely add the pass-rusher in exchange for a late-round draft pick. While he isn’t the player he once was, Young is still superior to what Dallas has been running out on the edges the past couple of weeks. Acquiring Chase Young would be a low-risk, high-reward move. The Cowboys should seriously consider adding the 25-year-old before the trade deadline.
Cowboys vs 49ers Initial Injury Report: Why aren’t the All-Pros ready to go?
Cowboys vs 49ers Initial Injury Report: Why aren’t the All-Pros ready to go? K.D. Drummond It was this time two weeks ago when things started to look brighter. All-Pro cornerback DaRon Bland, missing from the lineup all season, was on track to play in Week 6. On injured reserve due to foot surgery, Bland had been especially missed for two games as his surprisingly good understudy, fifth-round rookie Caelen Carson, was missing time due to a shoulder injury. Both players were thought to be ready to return, just in time to try and help corral the Detroit Lions passing attack, but that’s not how things went at all. After fully participating in both Wednesday’s and Thursday’s practice, again, two weeks ago, Bland appeared on Friday’s practice report with the dreaded “DNP” designation: Did Not Participate. And now, in their first practice after the bye week, Bland appears on the first injury report of Week 9 as DNP. What gives? If the initial concern was just that he wasn’t ready for game action, that would be understandable. But it’s pretty impossible to walk out that line of reasoning almost a full two weeks later. Did Bland re-injure something? Also a concern, star pass rusher Micah Parsons is also missing from the hopeful status categories for Wednesday, getting a DNP as well due to his high-ankle sprain. Parsons spoke earlier in the bye that his return isn’t solely up to him, that he has to get complete clearance to ensure he won’t make his injury worse. The 49ers are dealing with their own rash of injuries of course, with Brandon Aiyuk going on IR and Deebo Samuel dealing with pneumonia, but they’ll receive no sympathy from the Cowboys. Here’s a look at the teams’ reports from Wednesday. Dallas Cowboys K Brandon Aubrey, NIR-Other | Wednesday: Did Not Participate LB Micah Parsons, Ankle | Wednesday: Did Not Participate CB DaRon Bland, Foot | Wednesday: Did Not Participate CB Caelen Carson, Shoulder | Wednesday: Full Participant WR Ryan Flournoy, Ankle | Wednesday: Limitd Participant Linebacker Eric Kendricks, Shoulder | Wednesday: Limited Linebacker Nick Vigil, Foot | Wednesday: Limited LB Marist Liufau, Shoulder | Wednesday: Full Participant DT Jordan Phillips, Wrist | Wednesday: Full Participant TE John Stephens, Knee | Wednesday: Limited San Francisco 49ers WR Deebo Samuel, Wrist/Illness | Wednesday: Did Not Participate WR Jauan Jennings, Hip | Wednesday: Did Not Participate K Jake Moody, Ankle | Wednesday: Did Not Participate DT Kevin Givens, Groin | Wednesday: Did Not Participate TE George Kittle, Foot | Wednesday: Did Not Participate Safety George Odum, Knee | Wednesday: Did Not Participate WR Chris Conley, Ankle | Wednesday: Limited DE Nick Bosa, Elbow | Wednesday: Limited RB Jordan Mason, Shoulder | Wednesday: Limited Wedensday Vet Day: LT Trent Williams Read all the best Cowboys coverage at the Austin American-Statesman and Cowboys Wire.
Cowboys injuries: Micah Parsons, DaRon Bland do not practice
Andrew Dieb-Imagn Images Your latest Cowboys injury news. Oh, the drama surrounding the Dallas Cowboys is thick. After limping into the bye week after a dismantling defeat at the hands of the Detroit Lions, the Cowboys refused to go quietly into their week of rest. Last week, owner and general manager Jerry Jones grew very testy on local radio as he was peppered with questions regarding the construction of the roster and a lack of activity in the offseason. Since then, Cowboys fans have had to sit idly as other teams vying for contention added to their rosters, and several veteran receivers were on the move. Davante Adams was reunited with Aaron Rodgers in New York, Amari Cooper was traded to Buffalo, and this morning, DeAndre Hopkins was traded to the Kansas City Chiefs. Meanwhile, the Cowboys are expected to do nothing as the trade deadline approaches. Strangely enough, the Cowboys returning to practice on Wednesday feels like a welcome distraction from the soap opera that is the Cowboys Days of our Lives. Here’s where the Cowboys are after their first day of practice this week. #Cowboys injury report vs. 49ers (Wednesday): DaRon Bland, Micah Parsons DNP Eric Kendricks returned to practice in a limited capacity Brandon Aubrey DNP due to jury duty Reminder: Jordan Philips was designated to return from IR earlier (21-day window) Full report: pic.twitter.com/2e7dZsvM3X — Patrik [No C] Walker (@VoiceOfTheStar) October 23, 2024 Although the team is hopeful he can return for this week’s game against the San Francisco 49ers, Micah Parsons was not partaking in the team portion of practice. He was working with the trainers Wednesday. He has an outside shot to return to team activities later in the week, and we’ll see how his involvement progresses. Cowboys’ cornerback DaRon Bland also did not practice. Caelen Carson (shoulder) has been out since Week 3, but had a full practice on Wednesday. Eric Kendricks also was listed as a limited participant as he works back from a calf injury. #49ers pre practice reportDNPK Jake Moody (ankle)WR Deebo Samuel (illness/wrist)WR Jauan Jennings (hip)TE George Kittle (foot)DL Kevin Givens (groin)S George Odum (knee)LT Trent Williams (vet day)LTDDL Nick Bosa (elbow)RB Jordan Mason (shoulder)WR Chris Conley (ankle) — Jennifer Lee Chan – threads @jenniferleechan (@jenniferleechan) October 23, 2024 The 49ers aren’t looking so good on the injury front. Head coach Kyle Shanahan said it would surprise him if Christian McCaffrey played this week. He has to be activated to return from injured reserve. Deebo Samuel (illness/wrist) also did not practice, as he left last week’s game with what was later discovered to be pneumonia. Starters Jordan Mason (ankle) and Nick Bosa (elbow) were limited today. Another key injury to watch for the 49ers will be Jauan Jennings. Jennings missed last week’s game with an hip injury. If he returns, he will be a key factor in this week’s game. He was a DNP to open the week. Lastly, George Kittle was absent from Wednesday’s practice with a sprained foot. It’s not looking so good for the 49ers to open their week of preparation for the Cowboys.
