DEEBO SAMUEL SR. NEWS

McCaffrey returns to practice for short-handed 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers lost one of their key running backs to a knee injury, but got much better news about their other one

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Officially doesn't practice Samuel (quadriceps) didn't practice Thursday, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.

Impact After being limited Wednesday due to a quad issue, Samuel wasn't among his teammates during the media-access portion of Thursday's session, but the eventual confirmation of an absence may have stemmed from the 49ers not wanting to press their luck under rainy conditions. As a result, his listing on Friday's injury report may be telling for his ability to suit up Sunday against the Dolphins. If he does enough to be available ahead of the 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff, Samuel could be in line for a bit more backfield work with Elijah Mitchell (ankle) out 6-to-8 weeks and Christian McCaffrey, who returned to a limited practice Thursday, dealing with a knee concern.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not seen on field Thursday Samuel (quadriceps) wasn't spotted during the portion of Thursday's practice open to the media, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact After coach Kyle Shanahan said Samuel was slated for a limited session Wednesday, the wide receiver upheld that statement once the 49ers posted their first Week 13 practice report. However, Samuel's quad issue appears to be keeping him off the field one day later, which will be confirmed, one way or another, later Thursday. With the state of the team's backfield in flux with Elijah Mitchell again sidelined with a sprained MCL and Christian McCaffrey tending to a knee injury, an active Samuel could get more work in the role that he played in the second half of last season when the team plays Sunday versus the Dolphins. Still, McCaffrey did mix into drills Thursday, so the overall situation should continue to be monitored.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

49ers practice report: Christian McCaffrey out, Deebo Samuel limited to open Week 13 The #49ers’ practice report Wednesday saw a number of stars either limited or out.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Dealing with quad issue Coach Kyle Shanahan said that Samuel (quadriceps) is in line to be a limited practice participant Wednesday, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Impact Last week, Samuel's practice reps were capped by a hamstring issue, and he appeared to aggravate the injury in the third quarter this past Sunday against the Saints. That said, he was able to return and log a typical 79 percent of the snaps en route to three catches (on seven targets) for 43 yards and two carries for zero yards. With Shanahan noting a quad concern is the cause of Samuel's current health woes, his status will be one to watch as the week goes on, especially with Elijah Mitchell sidelined again due to an MCL sprain and Christian McCaffrey dealing with a knee injury of his own. If McCaffrey ends up being unavailable Sunday against the Dolphins, Samuel may be the best option available out of the 49ers backfield, whose healthy members currently include Jordan Mason, Tyrion Davis-Price and practice squader Tevin Coleman.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eagles pass Chiefs for No. 1 spot in Bucky Brooks' top 10 NFL teams

The Eagles are back in the top spot ahead of the Chiefs, while the Cowboys, Bengals and 49ers are also trending upward.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Avoids injury scare, gains 43 yards Samuel (hamstring) caught three of seven targets for 43 yards and rushed twice for no gain in Sunday's 13-0 win over the Saints.

Impact Samuel -- who entered the contest already dealing with a hamstring issue -- appeared to reaggravate his injury in the third quarter and needed to be assisted off the field. The dual-threat superstar did not enter the medical tent and was eventually able to re-enter the game, which bodes well for his Week 13 availability. Deebo turned in his worst rushing performance of the season, but he could be busier in that department moving forward if running back Elijah Mitchell (knee) is forced to miss extended time after going down Sunday. Assuming his hamstring is fine, Samuel will look to shine in matchup littered with superstars when the 49ers take on the Dolphins on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jimmy G Hits Deebo Samuel in Stride for 20-Yard Pickup San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo connected with wide receiver Deebo Samuel for a first down.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • 49ERS.COM

Deebo Samuel Active, Arik Armstead OUT; 49ers Week 12 Inactives Wide receiver Deebo Samuel is active for the 49ers matchup versus the New Orleans Saints; defensive lineman Arik Armstead will not play in W...

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • 49ERS.COM

Active as expected Sunday Samuel (hamstring) is active for Sunday's Week 12 clash against the Saints, Lindsey Pallares of the team's official site reports.

Impact News had been trending upward on Samuel entering the weekend, with one report indicating he'd looked back to normal Friday after dealing with a hamstring issue Wednesday and Thursday. With his active status now confirmed, he'll assume his usual diverse role in a talent-rich 49ers offense against New Orleans.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to face Saints Samuel (hamstring), who is listed as questionable, is expected to suit up for Sunday's contest against the Saints, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Samuel will need to avoid any pregame setbacks, but barring such an event, he's expected to avoid the inactive list ahead of Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff. The electric wideout played just 58 percent of snaps during the 49ers' Week 11 win over the Cardinals in Mexico City, though that was likely more the result of San Francisco's big margin of victory rather than any lingering injuries.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

New Details Emerge on Deebo Samuel's Hamstring Injury San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel was a key part of the team's dominant 38-10 win over the Arizona Cardinals on Monday. However...

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • FANDUEL.COM

Fantasy Injury Updates: Latest news on Ja'Marr Chase, Deebo Samuel, Marquise Brown more pass catchers impacting Week 12 start 'em, sit 'em calls Ja'Marr Chase, Deebo Samuel, Marquise Brown, Allen Robinson, and Tyler Higbee headline the key pass-catchers who are listed as "questionable...

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

49ers WR Deebo Samuel (hamstring) questionable for Sunday's game vs. Saints San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel is questionable to play Sunday against the Saints after returning from the team's game in Mex...

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • NFL.COM

Listed as questionable Samuel (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.

Impact Samuel missed Week 8 with a hamstring injury, then returned after a Week 9 bye and didn't have any limitations in practice ahead of the last two games. The hamstring is apparently bothering him again, but he seems more likely than not to play, as he logged limited practices Wednesday and Thursday and looked good at Friday's practice, per Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area. In the event Samuel is made inactive ahead of the 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, the Niners would have Jauan Jennings, Ray-Ray McCloud and Danny Gray as their depth options at receiver behind Brandon Aiyuk.

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

49ers' balanced offense provides big challenge to Saints

Coach Kyle Shanahan knows it’s a challenge to keep all of his playmakers involved in the San Francisco 49ers' offense after the addition of Christian McCaffrey

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Listed as limited again Samuel (hamstring) was listed as limited on Thursday's practice report, Josh Dubow of The Associated Press reports.

Impact Since being inactive Week 8 due to a hamstring issue, Samuel has made back-to-back appearances following the 49ers' Week 9 bye, combining for 145 yards from scrimmage and one rushing TD on 16 touches. His snap share (58 percent) was impacted Week 11 only by the fact that the team was in the midst of blowing out the Cardinals, so his practice limitations Wednesday and Thursday could be maintenance-related with the rest of the campaign in mind. Friday's report may provide some clarity regarding Samuel's status ahead of Sunday's outing against the Saints.

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Vic's Picks, Week 12: Watch out for Deebo Samuel down the stretch The 49ers' All-Pro is underutilized but could explode down the stretch with defense's attention on Christian McCaffrey and George Kittle.

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

49ers practice report: Deebo Samuel limited ahead of Week 12 WR Deebo Samuel showed up as a limited participant in practice with a hamstring injury.

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Limited by hamstring Wednesday Samuel was a limited participant at Wednesday's walk-through practice due to a hamstring injury, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Previously, Samuel sat out Week 8 with a balky hamstring, so there's some cause for concern now that he's made another appearance on the practice report. With the benefit of a Week 9 bye, Samuel has been able to play his typical role in the 49ers offense the last two games, recording nine catches (on 15 targets) for 81 yards and taking seven carries for 64 yards and a touchdown. With two sessions to go during Week 12 prep, Samuel's status will be monitored to get a sense of his availability Sunday versus the Saints.

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Taking stock of Cowboys, Niners, Bills, Vikings, Jets, Giants down the stretch

The Cowboys, Niners and Bills are riding high while the Vikings, Jets and Giants are regrouping. So who are the real contenders?

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Jimmy Garoppolo’s ascension; Geno Smith earns a pay day: NFC West stock watch

The play of Jimmy Garoppolo and Geno Smith have the 49ers and Seahawks tied for the NFC West lead, while the Cardinals and Rams are trending...

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

49ers looking like contender following blowout vs. Cardinals

The San Francisco playmaker-filled offense lived up to the billing, the defense looked dominant and the 49ers delivered a message that they should be considered a legitimate Super...

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jimmy Garoppolo, 49ers put league on notice in blowout over Cardinals

The Niners won their third straight game and showed they are one of the league's best teams by manhandling the Cardinals in Mexico City.

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

49ers thrive at elevation while exhausted Cardinals collapse

The San Francisco 49ers took the extra step of training at altitude in Colorado for a few days before coming to Mexico City, hoping that the move would allow them to thrive at Esta...

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS