CHARVARIUS WARD NEWS

Doesn't practice Wednesday Ward (groin) was a non-participant during the 49ers' practice Wednesday, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ward sustained a groin injury during Sunday's loss to the Falcons that sidelined him for the remainder of this contest. Now, unless he can increase his activity during practice Thursday or Friday, it appears this issue may keep him sidelined Week 7. Ward played almost every defensive snap for San Francisco over the first five games of the season, and, with fellow starter Emmanuel Moseley (knee) out for the season, the 49ers will need as many healthy cornerbacks as possible for Sunday's game against the Chiefs' potent passing offense.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Second-half offensive woes doom 49ers in latest loss

The second-half offensive woes that have plagued the San Francisco 49ers early this season proved costly when the banged-up defense couldn’t bail them out

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mariota accounts for 3 TDs, Falcons beat 49ers 28-14

Marcus Mariota threw a pair of touchdown passes and ran for another score against the NFL’s top-ranked defense, leading the Atlanta Falcons to a 28-14 victory over the San Francisc...

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't return Sunday Ward (groin) was downgraded to out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Falcons.

Impact Ward logged 26 tackles and played 300 defensive snaps over the first five games of the season, and he recorded two stops before exiting against Atlanta. While the exact nature and severity of this injury are still unclear, the starting cornerback's next opportunity to play will come Sunday, Oct. 23 versus Kansas City.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with injury Ward (groin) has exited Sunday's contest with the Falcons, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ward's current absence is definitely a blow to the 49ers secondary, which was already without Jimmie Ward due to a broken hand. While Ward is out of the game, Samuel Womack and Dontae Johnson will likely see an uptick in snaps.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Friends, siblings face off when Packers host surprising Jets

Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur insists he doesn’t have any extra incentive as he gets ready to match up against a New York Jets staff featuring both his brother and his close...

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mariota, Falcons brace for test against 49ers' stiff defense

There may be no better opportunity for Marcus Mariota to prove he can be more than a bridge at quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons than in this week’s matchup with San Francisco an...

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

49ers match NFL's toughest defense against Falcons, Mariota

The NFC West-leading San Francisco 49ers will bring the NFL's top defense to Atlanta to face quarterback Marcus Mariota and the Falcons

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Seahawks fall flat vs. 49ers after emotional Week 1 win

Coach Pete Carroll knew it wouldn’t be easy for the Seattle Seahawks to follow up their emotional, season-opening win with another inspired performance

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Garoppolo comes off bench to lead 49ers past Seahawks 27-7

Jimmy Garoppolo threw a touchdown pass on his first full drive after replacing an injured Trey Lance and ran for another score to help the San Francisco 49ers beat the Seattle Seah...

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Charvarius Ward Thwarts Seahawks Trick Play with Goal-Line INT San Francisco 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward snagged a goal-line interception to end the Seahawks drive.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • 49ERS.COM

Cart Talk: Charvarius Ward 'Excited to Get First Win as a Niner' on Sunday Ward shared his excitement to play in front of the Faithful during the team's home opener vs. the Seahawks, discussed his love of reading an...

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • 49ERS.COM

49ers putting talented roster in QB Trey Lance's hands

The defense looks dominant, the offensive line is anchored by the best left tackle in the game and the offense features several players with game-breaking ability

AUGUST 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chiefs face brutal schedule amid changes on offense, defense

The Kansas City Chiefs have a revamped wide receiver group and rebuilt defense but the same expectations of winning the AFC West and reaching the Super Bowl

AUGUST 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Interceptions are 'raining' for improved 49ers secondary

As stout as the San Francisco 49ers were defensively last season when that unit helped carry the team to the NFC title game, there was one glaring weakness on that side of the ball

AUGUST 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

49ers S Jimmie Ward sidelined with hamstring injury

San Francisco 49ers safety Jimmie Ward pulled his hamstring and might not be ready to return for the season opener on Sept. 11 in Chicago

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out at least a week Ward (groin) will miss the next week at minimum with a soft tissue injury, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Both Ward and fellow starting cornerback Emmanuel Moseley (hamstring) are currently out of action as well as backup Jason Verrett (knee), but Ward could return in time for the final preseason game Aug. 25 against the Texans. In the meantime, Dontae Johnson, Ambry Thomas and Deommodore Lenoir got the bulk of work at the position during the 49ers' first preseason game against the Packers and will likely do so again against the Vikings next Saturday.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out a couple of weeks 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said Wednesday that Ward is dealing with an undisclosed muscle strain and will be sidelined for a couple of weeks, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Ward signed a three-year, $42 million deal with the 49ers this offseason and is expected to be the starting cornerback opposite of Emmanuel Moseley (hamstring) to start the regular season. However, both of those defensive backs, along with Jason Verrett (knee), are currently sidelined, so San Francisco may need to add some emergency depth before heading into preseason action.

AUGUST 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Charvarius Ward Looks to Enhance Potent 49ers Defense Charvarius Ward spent five years of his time in Kansas City, serving as the first-string cornerback since 2019.

AUGUST 4, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Charvarius Ward is 'Elevating Competition' in 49ers Secondary 49ers team reporter Lindsey Pallares joined NFL Network to discuss Charvarius Ward's impact on the team's secondary early in training camp.

JULY 31, 2022 • 49ERS.COM

Charvarius Ward Shines Early, Provides Big Boost for 49ers Secondary Charvarius Wards shared his insights on the first three days of training camp and his role in the 49ers cornerback group.

JULY 29, 2022 • 49ERS.COM

Chiefs hold first full-squad workout with jobs to be won

The Chiefs had their first full-squad workout of training camp on a warm, humid Wednesday morning with a cast that looks a lot different from how they finished last season

JULY 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chiefs shore up defensive shortcomings during NFL draft

The Kansas City Chiefs wrapped up the NFL draft having filled all of their biggest holes particularly on the defensive side of the ball

MAY 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chiefs address defense with McDuffie, Karlaftis in 1st round

The Chiefs traded up to select University of Washington cornerback Trent McDuffie with the 21st pick in the NFL draft

APRIL 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chiefs have options with 2 first-round picks, 12 in all

The Kansas City Chiefs have two picks apiece in each of the first four rounds and 12 in all, giving them a lot of flexibility heading into next week's draft

APRIL 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS