DRE GREENLAW NEWS

Saints acquire Alexander from 49ers for Alonso, draft pick

The Saints and 49ers have agreed to a trade sending linebacker Kwon Alexander to New Orleans in exchange for linebacker Kiko Alonso and a conditional fifth-round draft choice

NOVEMBER 2, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

49ers relive Dre Greenlaw’s iconic game-saving play against Seattle 49ers fondly recall Dre Greenlaw’s last-second stop that kept Seahawks from winning NFC West and prying No. 1 seed from them.

OCTOBER 31, 2020 • MERCURYNEWS.COM

Takes over important role Greenlaw racked up eight tackles (all solo) in Sunday's 24-16 win over the Rams.

Impact Kwon Alexander (ankle) was unable to go, opening the door for Greenlaw to move to weakside linebacker and stay on the field for 100 percent of the defensive snaps. The second-year linebacker possesses the physical skills to put up big tackle numbers alongside Fred Warner. Assuming Alexander's high-ankle sprain keeps him out for the usual multi-week period, then Greenlaw quickly becomes an intriguing IDP option in the interim.

OCTOBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Jimmy Garoppolo throws 3 TD passes, 49ers beat Rams 24-16

Jimmy Garoppolo threw three TD passes in the first half and Jason Verrett’s first interception in more than four years helped preserve the lead that gave the San Francisco 49ers a...

OCTOBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jimmy Garoppolo set to return from injury for 49ers

Jimmy Garoppolo will return as starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers this week after missing the past two games with a sprained ankle

OCTOBER 9, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ready for Sunday's contest Greenlaw (quadriceps) won't carry an injury tag into Sunday's game versus the Dolphins, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Greenlaw will return to the lineup after two games on the sidelines. He's expected to start at strong-side linebacker against the Dolphins. Before suffering the injury, Greenlaw posted six tackles and a pass breakup over 52 defensive snaps.

OCTOBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Limited practice status Greenlaw (quadriceps) practiced on a limited basis during Wednesday's session, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Greenlaw has missed the past two contests with the quadriceps issue, as it's unclear when he'll be able to return. Look for Thursday's practice to shine a better light on his chances to play in Week 5, but if he's forced to miss more time, Azeez Al-Shaair will continue to be the main beneficiary of Greenlaw's absence.

OCTOBER 7, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Garoppolo returns to practice for 49ers on limited basis

Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo has returned to practice on a limited basis for the San Francisco 49ers after missing two games with a sprained ankle

OCTOBER 7, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Eagles down 4 receivers for game vs. 49ers

The Philadelphia Eagles will be without four key receivers for their game against the San Francisco 49ers

OCTOBER 4, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out for Sunday's game Greenlaw (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact The 49ers defense has been decimated by injuries, and Greenlaw will miss a second straight game. Azeez Al-Shaair was the main beneficiary of Greenlaw's absence in Week 3 while Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles also rotated in.

OCTOBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

49ers QB Garoppolo sidelined by ankle for 2nd straight game

Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo will miss his second straight start with a sprained ankle for the San Francisco 49ers, clearing the way for Nick Mullens to make another start

OCTOBER 2, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

49ers rookie DT Javon Kinlaw is his own toughest critic

Javon Kinlaw is his own toughest critic

OCTOBER 2, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

49ers begin week with Mullens at QB in place of Garoppolo

The San Francisco 49ers have begun a second straight week of practice with Nick Mullens at quarterback in place of injured starter Jimmy Garoppolo

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

49ers have satisfying finish to East Coast trip

As disheartening as the start of their two-game trip East was for the San Francisco 49ers was, the finish was just a satisfying

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Unlikely to play Week 4 Greenlaw (quadriceps) isn't expected to be available for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact The 2019 fifth-round pick sustained the injury during Week 2 and sat out Sunday's win over the Giants, and it appears he'll be sidelined for a second straight contest. Greenlaw's participation at practice later this week will provide a better idea of his progression heading into Week 4.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Banged up 49ers win again at MetLife, beat winless Giants

The San Francisco 49ers didn’t need quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo and a slew of missing starters on the dreaded MetLife Stadium turf

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lions WR Golladay makes 2020 debut; Bucs' Godwin also active

Detroit’s Kenny Golladay and Tampa Bay’s Chris Godwin are a couple of noteworthy receivers returning to action in Sunday’s late games

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mullens to replace injured Garoppolo as 49ers starting QB

Nick Mullens will start at quarterback on Sunday for the San Francisco 49ers in place of the injured Jimmy Garoppolo but won’t have All-Pro tight end George Kittle as an option

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out for Sunday's game Greenlaw (quadriceps) has been ruled out of Sunday's game versus the Giants, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Greenlaw will sit out his first game since entering the league as a fifth-round pick in 2019. He hasn't logged more than 50 percent of the defensive snaps in either game this season, so Mark Nzeocha and Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles will likely rotate in Greenlaw's place Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

49ers All-Pro TE George Kittle feeling better by the day

The San Francisco 49ers finally have gotten some good news on the injury front

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Downgrades to DNP Greenlaw (quadriceps) did not practice Thursday, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Greenlaw began the week as a limited participant, so Thursday's lack of practice activity represents a step in the wrong direction. His availability for Sunday's contest against the Giants could come down to what he's able to do in Friday's final practice of the week.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to begin week Greenlaw was limited in Wednesday's practice due to a quadriceps injury, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Greenlaw is dealing with an issue relating to quadriceps bruising, but there's not yet any reason to worry about his availability for Week 3. The second-year pro doesn't possess much IDP value in his rotational role, but the loss of Nick Bosa (knee) and Solomon Thomas (knee) could lead to the 49ers dialing up more pass rush opportunities for linebackers.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Injuries could derail season for defending NFC champ 49ers

The injury bug that has disrupted the San Francisco 49ers’ season seems impossible to contain

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hopkins helps Cardinals rally past 49ers 24-20

DeAndre Hopkins had a career-high 14 catches for 151 yards in his Arizona debut and set up Kenyan Drake’s 1-yard TD run with 5:03 to play that led the Cardinals over the San Franci...

SEPTEMBER 13, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returns to practice Greenlaw (concussion) returned to practice Thursday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Impact Greenlaw was donning a blue non-contact jersey, but his return to the field indicates that he has been cleared from the concussion protocol. Assuming there are no setbacks, the 23-year-old will start at the Sam linebacker position and see 30-50 percent of the team's defensive snaps. Greenlaw's IDP value will be suppressed in his current role, but he would gain value if he is asked to fill in for Fred Warner (reserve/COVID-19) to start the season.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE