AZEEZ AL-SHAAIR NEWS

Nine tackles in loss Al-Shaair produced nine tackles (four solo) and one pass deflection during Sunday's loss to the Cardinals.

Impact Al-Shaair returned from a one game-absence to produce another solid outing against the Cardinals. The 24-year-old linebacker has recorded at least seven tackles in five of seven contests this season and has 52 total tackles. His tackle production will likely continue to offer fantasy managers a high-floor option in IDP leagues.

NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Should play Sunday Al-Shaair (concussion) no longer carries an injury designation and should play Sunday against the Cardinals.

Impact Al-Shaair was able to practice in full all week after missing the 49ers' Week 8 win over Chicago. His return will be welcomed, as he has logged more than 90 percent of the snaps every week he's played since the season opener. Al-Shaair should slide back into his starting role as the 49ers' strong-side linebacker.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records full practice Al-Shaair (concussion) was able to log a full practice for the 49ers on Wednesday.

Impact Al-Shaair was forced to miss the 49ers' win over Chicago, as he was still in the league's concussion protocols. While it's uncertain if the linebacker has cleared concussion protocols, there is optimism Al-Shaair will be able to return against the Cardinals with Wednesday's full practice effort. Expect Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles to see an increased role Sunday if Al-Shaair can't suit up.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

49ers get Kittle, Wilson, Gould back at practice

The San Francisco 49ers got star tight end George Kittle and two other key players back on the practice field after stints on injured reserve as they try to get healthier for the s...

NOVEMBER 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Garoppolo, 49ers get offense clicking to silence critics

Jimmy Garoppolo and the San Francisco 49ers quieted all the talk about struggling offense and quarterback changes for at least another week

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Downgraded to out Al-Shaair (concussion) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against Chicago, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Impact Al-Shaair is set to miss his first game of the season. As such, Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles looks likely to see extra snaps Sunday.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

49ers put Tartt, Kinlaw on IR; add Givens, Willis to roster

The San Francisco 49ers have placed safety Jaquiski Tartt and defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw on injured reserve and added defensive linemen Kevin Givens and Jordan Willis to the act...

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Considered doubtful The 49ers have deemed Al-Shaair (concussion) as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Bears, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.

Impact Al-Shaair still has a chance to clear concussion protocol, but that seems to be a stretch at this point. Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles would likely be in line to fill in at strongside linebacker should he ultimately get ruled out.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

49ers DT Javon Kinlaw has season-ending knee surgery

San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw underwent season-ending knee surgery after being hampered by the injury since late season

OCTOBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Misses practice Wednesday Al-Shaair (concussion) was unable to participate in the 49ers' practice Wednesday.

Impact Al-Shaair sustained a concussion in the 49ers' Week 7 loss to the Colts. The linebacker is still in the concussion protocols ahead of San Francisco's Week 8 matchup with the Bears. Expect Tyrell Adams or Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles to see extended snaps Sunday if Al-Shaair is unable to suit up.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Garoppolo returns to Chicago 4 years after 1st 49ers start

When San Francisco traveled to Chicago four years ago, it was a memorable homecoming for quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo

OCTOBER 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

In concussion protocol Al-Shaair is in concussion protocol following Sunday's 30-18 loss to the Colts, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Impact Al-Shaair suffered a concussion during Sunday nights matchup, and now he must clear the concussion protocol ahead of a Week 8 tilt against the Bears. The linebacker's progress will be worth monitoring as the team practices this week.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Wentz leads Colts to rain-soaked 30-18 win over 49ers

Carson Wentz threw two TD passes and ran for another score to lead the Indianapolis Colts to a rain-soaked 30-18 victory over the San Francisco 49ers

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Azeez Al-Shaair Intercepts a Carson Wentz Pass on Second Down 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa put pressure on Colts quarterback Carson Wentz and linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair picked off the pass and returned...

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • 49ERS.COM

Another 10-tackle day Al-Shaair notched 10 tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 28-21 loss to the Seahawks.

Impact Al-Shaair is still looking to pick up his first sack of the season, but his tackling floor is enough to provide IDP utility. The starting linebacker will have another divisional matchup on deck Week 5, in the form of a road game against the Cardinals.

OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Double-digit tackles Al-Shaair recorded 10 tackles in Sunday's Week 3 loss to the Packers.

Impact Al-Shaair has been a mainstay among the 49ers' linebacker corps through three games this season. He has played on 95 and 100 percent of the defensive plays respectively in the team's last two games and now has 22 tackles across three contests on the campaign. Al-Shaair has yet to record a sack, though he did break up two passes in Week 1 against Detroit.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

49ers place LB Dre Greenlaw on injured reserve

The San Francisco 49ers have placed linebacker Dre Greenlaw on injured reserve with a groin injury that will likely sideline him for at least a month

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Shakes off injury Al-Shaair (knee) wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report.

Impact Al-Shaair has shaken off the knee sprain he sustained early in training camp. The 24-year-old should handle a consistent role in the 49ers' defense as the team's starting strong-side linebacker. Through 16 games (five starts) in 2020, he registered 35 tackles (22 solo), two pass breakups and an interception.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Trey Lance makes intriguing debut at QB for 49ers

Trey Lance’s up-and-down debut performance in the preseason has done little to alter the timeline the San Francisco 49ers have for when their rookie quarterback will get more time...

AUGUST 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Healthy Sanu providing leadership in 2nd stint with 49ers

Mohamed Sanu is thrilled to have a second chance with the San Francisco 49ers

AUGUST 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Managing knee sprain Coach Kyle Shanahan said Tuesday that Al-Shaair suffered "some type of knee sprain" and is expected to be sidelined a few weeks, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Al-Shaair sustained the injury at Monday's practice, and it appears he's avoided a serious injury. He'll likely miss the preseason opening, but there's a chance he's available for the second preseason contest Aug. 22 versus the Chargers if he avoids any setbacks.

AUGUST 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Injures knee at practice Al-Shaair suffered an apparent knee injury at Monday's practice, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Coach Kyle Shanahan said that team doctors are optimistic about Al-Shaair's health, which could bode well for his timetable to return. If he's able to get healthy without missing much time, Al-Shaair may be able to secure a starting role alongside Dre Greenlaw and Fred Warner.

AUGUST 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

49ers 2021 ‘Who is?’ series: Azeez Al-Shaair could lose roster spot The 49ers' flurry of moves to improve their linebacker depth this offseason point to third-year pro Azeez Al-Shaair being back on the roster...

JUNE 5, 2021 • NINERNOISE.COM

Posts 35 tackles as backup Al-Shaair finished the 2020 season with 35 tackles (22 solo), an interception and a forced fumble across 16 games.

Impact Al-Shaair spent the majority of the year as a backup and special-teams contributor, only topping 58 percent of defensive snaps once (Week 17). The third-year pro is a well-rounded linebacker who could reach IDP relevance if given an opportunity to start. That said, Al-Shaair is a restricted free agent who is well-liked by the organization, so returning as a backup to Fred Warner and Dre Greenlaw is a strong possibility for him in 2021.

FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will face Rams Al-Shaair is active for Sunday's matchup against the Rams.

Impact Al-Shaair's activation bolsters San Franciso's linebacking corps, and his services may be needed on the defensive side with Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles (hamstring) being ruled out at the weakside linebacker spot. Joe Walker is poised to step into the starting role at that position, but Al-Shaair could be in line for increased playing time. Over 10 appearances this season, Al-Shaair has earned three starts while fielding 30-plus defensive snaps on three different occasions.

NOVEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE