ELIJAH MITCHELL NEWS

Takes questionable tag into weekend Mitchell (ribs) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Per Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com, Mitchell was on the practice field Friday for the second straight day, but he continued to sport a blue no-contact jersey during the session. The 49ers may just be taking some extra precaution by limiting Mitchell's exposure to contact, but his ability to practice in any capacity on back-to-back days bodes well for his chances of suiting up this weekend. Fantasy managers will still want to check back in on the status of Mitchell approximately 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, when San Francisco will release its inactive list. Assuming Mitchell is active, he should serve as the 49ers' lead option on the ground after clearing 100 yards rushing in both of the past two weeks.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Elijah Mitchell, Deebo Samuel, Trent Williams return to practice for 49ers These three offensive starters are trending toward playing Sunday against the Cardinals.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Aiyuk shows progress for 49ers after 'words' with coach

Brandon Aiyuk needed a restart to his disappointing second season in the NFL when the San Francisco 49ers headed into their bye week

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Limited at practice Thursday Mitchell (ribs) was limited at Thursday's practice, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact After not practicing at all Wednesday, Mitchell was on the field one day later wearing a blue non-contact jersey, which signaled the 49ers were capping his reps as he deals with a rib issue. Indeed, he operated under practice limitations, giving him one more chance to put in a full showing before week's end. Elsewhere in the backfield, JaMycal Hasty, Trey Sermon and Trenton Cannon avoided the injury report this week, while Jeff Wilson (knee) was designated to return from the reserve/PUP list. No matter, if Mitchell is available this Sunday, he'll be the 49ers' lead runner against the Cardinals.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Seen at practice Thursday Mitchell (ribs) was present at the portion of Thursday's practice open to the media, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.

Impact Mitchell was donning a non-contact blue jersey, so if he fits in some work he likely won't be more than a limited participant. He's working his way through a rib issue, making it understandable for the 49ers to avoid any unnecessary dings on the practice field. In any case, Friday's injury report will be telling as it pertains to Mitchell's status for a Week 9 matchup with the Cardinals.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Trey Lance won't start a game, Elijah Mitchell will reach 1,000 yards: 6 bold predictions for the 49ers' second half Jimmy Garoppolo will remain the starter the rest of the season, but the 49ers will begin incorporating Lance into the offense more.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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

Logs DNP on Wednesday Mitchell (ribs) won't practice Wednesday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Impact Barrows notes that the hope is Mitchell gets some practice in during the week, so we'll revisit the running back's status no later than Thursday. In the 49ers' Week 8 win over the Bears, Mitchell was on the field for 36 of a possible 56 snaps on offense en route to carrying 18 times for 137 yards and a TD.

NOVEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Peter Schrager's Cheat Sheet: How the Rams went all-in on Von Miller trade

Peter Schrager looks at how the Los Angeles Rams went all-in with Von Miller, examines the rising Patriots and much more.

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

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

Tending to rib injury Mitchell is dealing with a rib injury and is expected to be limited in practice Wednesday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Mitchell ran roughshod over the Bears on Sunday, turning 18 carries into 137 yards and one touchdown. It marked his third 100-yard game in five appearances as a pro, but he's also now poised to appear on the 49ers' injury report for the second time this season. With practice limitations set to be placed on Mitchell, the team's healthy running backs are JaMycal Hasty, Trey Sermon and Trenton Cannon, while Jeff Wilson's (knee) practice window to return from the PUP list may open this week and Raheem Mostert (knee) is out for the season.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Elijah Mitchell Up for First-Career FedEx Ground Player of the Week Honor Coming on the heels of his 137-yard outing against the Bears, Mitchell is up for his first-ever FedEx Ground Player of the Week nomination....

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • 49ERS.COM

Elijah Mitchell's Best Plays from His 137-Yard Game vs. Bears Watch running back Elijah Mitchell's top highlights from his 137-yard performance during Week 8 of the NFL 2021 season.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • 49ERS.COM

NFL Today, Week 8

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NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bears struggle with Mack sidelined, Nagy missing game

The Chicago Bears missed coach Matt Nagy and his energy on the sidelines

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Elijah Mitchell Sidesteps Defenders for a 39-Yard Run 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell ran through the Chicago Bears defense for a 39-yard gain.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • 49ERS.COM

Runs wild on Chicago Mitchell rushed 18 times for 137 yards and was not targeted in the passing game in Sunday's 33-22 win over Chicago.

Impact Mitchell dominated the backfield touches (18 of 21) for the second consecutive week since returning from injured reserve, cementing his role as the 49ers' lead back going forward. It was the rookie sixth-rounder's third game with both 100-plus yards and a touchdown in five starts this year. Mitchell has elevated himself into must-start territory heading into a matchup against the Cardinals in Week 9.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Elijah Mitchell Carries the Pile for a Go-Ahead Touchdown 49ers rookie running back Elijah Mitchell refused to go down and dragged the Chicago Bears defense for a 5-yard rushing score.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • 49ERS.COM

Elijah Mitchell Runs Up the Sideline for a 27-Yard Gain 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell found a hole to break up the sideline for a 27-yard run against the Bears.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • 49ERS.COM

Elijah Mitchell finds a running tunnel for 27-yard gain San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell breaks through the left sideline for a 27-yard run against the Chicago Bears.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • NFL.COM

Week 8 fantasy football mailbag: Mid-season strategy, trade values for Antonio Gibson, Elijah Mitchell and more Brandon Marianne Lee dips into this week's fantasy football mailbag to answer questions about running back trade values, strategy and more.

OCTOBER 29, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Bears, 49ers looking to stop skids, get back to winning

San Francisco and Chicago come into Sunday's game at Soldier Field looking to stop their skids

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Top 10 sneaky plays, welcome back Jerry Jeudy, Elijah Mitchell is a Top 12 RB ROS and more in the Week 8 fantasy preview The return of Jerry Jeudy! Top 10 sneaky plays for Week 8! A big Aaron Rodgers game! ...and more from Christoper J. Vaccaro!

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

49ers Unscripted - Ep. 27: Elijah Mitchell The 49ers rookie running back recapped his career-high 107-yard performance against the Colts, the locker room's mindset after not meeting e...

OCTOBER 27, 2021 • 49ERS.COM

Garoppolo remains 49ers' starting QB despite team struggles

The San Francisco 49ers have a four-game losing streak and starter Jimmy Garoppolo is coming off the worst game of his career

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS