Spencer Burford - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Will end season on IR The 49ers placed Burford (calf) on injured reserve Saturday.

Impact The placement of Burford and Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles (calf) on IR makes room on the 49ers' active roster for Alex Barrett and DaShaun White, who were both signed off the practice squad Saturday. Burford appeared in 15 regular-season games in 2024 but did not start on the offensive line.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

49ers Place Spencer Burford on IR, Activate WR Trent Taylor from the Practice Squad; Other Roster Moves Ahead of #SFvsAZ The San Francisco 49ers announced a series of roster moves ahead of their Week 18 matchup, including placing OL Spencer Burford on the Injur...

JANUARY 4 • 49ERS.COM

Won't play Week 18 Burford (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Arizona, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.

Impact Burford will miss the last two games of the 2024 regular season due to a calf injury he suffered against the Dolphins in Week 16. The 2022 fourth-round pick most served on special teams this season but did see some snaps on the offensive line due to injuries. Colton McKivitz (knee) and Charlie Heck are expected to start at the two offensive tackle positions in Sunday's regular-season finale.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Monday Night Football Burford (calf) won't play in Monday's Week 17 tilt against Detroit, David Lombardi of SFStandard.com reports.

Impact Burford hurt his calf in last Sunday's loss to Miami and didn't practice in any capacity this week. His absence Monday further depletes an injury-riddled 49ers offensive line that may need to turn to recently signed veteran Charlie Heck at left tackle on Monday. Things will be even more dire for San Francisco against the Lions if right guard Colon McKivitz, who is questionable due to a knee issue, can't play.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with calf issue Burford (calf) is awaiting an MRI on a calf injury, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Impact Burford picked up a calf injury in Sunday's loss to the Dolphins and he's now awaiting an MRI to determine the extent of the injury. Burford stepped in at left tackle against Miami when Jaylon Moore (quadriceps) was forced to exit the game. Moore, Trent Williams (ankle), and Aaron Banks (knee) all suffered season-ending injuries in the contest.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with calf issue Burford (calf) is awaiting an MRI on a calf injury, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Impact Burford picked up a calf injury in Sunday's loss to the Dolphins and he's now awaiting an MRI to determine the extent of the injury. Burford stepped in at left tackle against Miami when Jaylon Moore (quadriceps) was forced to exit the game. Moore andAaron Banks (knee) both suffered season-ending injuries in the contest, while Trent Williams (ankle), who'd already missed the last four games, was ruled out for the final two games of the campaign Monday as well.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Practices without limitations Burford (hand) was a full participant in Thursday's practice session, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Impact Burford missed all three of the 49ers' preseason games after breaking his hand in late July. He returned to individual drills in mid-August, and the 2022 fourth-round pick looks to be good to go for Monday's regular-season opener against the Jets after practicing in full Thursday. Burford is listed as the backup right guard on the 49ers' depth chart behind Dominick Puni.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return to practice Burford (hand) is expected to return to participate in individual drills at practice this week, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Burford has been recovering from a broken hand that he suffered in late July, but he appears to be on the cusp of a return to participate in a limited capacity. Once healthy, Burford is expected to operated as a starting offensive guard for San Francisco.

AUGUST 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

49ers RG Spencer Burford Fractures Hand, May Need Surgery The 49ers won't have their starting right guard for the next few weeks. Spencer Burford broke his hand in practice and may need surgery acco...

JULY 27, 2024 • SI.COM

49ers right guard Spencer Burford could miss a few weeks with a broken right hand

San Francisco 49ers right guard Spencer Burford will miss a few weeks of training camp with a broken right hand

JULY 27, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Suffers broken hand Burford suffered a broken hand and will be out three to four weeks, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact The possible recovery timeline suggests Burford could be ready at the start of the season. The second-year guard is expected to be a swing guard for an unheralded group of lineman outside of stalwart left tackle Trent Williams.

JULY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Happy Birthday to Spencer Burford! San Francisco 49ers offensive lineman Spencer Burford celebrates his birthday on July 19.

JULY 19, 2024 • 49ERS.COM

How 49ers' Spencer Burford can Become the Starter at Right Guard Again Spencer Burford is no longer the starter at right guard with Jon Feliciano supplanting him. 49ers offensive line coach reveals how he can ea...

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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Practices Thursday Burford (knee) was a full participant in practice Thursday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact The starting right guard has missed two straight games but appears ready to return for Monday's matchup with the Ravens. Burford has started all 11 games he's played in this season.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Burford (knee) is inactive Sunday against the Cardinals.

Impact Burford will miss his second straight game with the injury, which initially had a day-to-day timeline for recovery. The second-year pro's absence will lead to another start at right guard for Jon Feliciano.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

49ers need Colton McKivitz, Spencer Burford to be sharp against Rams' Aaron Donald McKivitz and Burford were weak links in an otherwise dominant Week 1 win. Both have vowed to be much better on Sunday against the Rams.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

49ers Guard Spencer Burford is Primed to Ascend in 2023 With Daniel Brunskill gone, the shadow that looms next to Burford is gone, which clears open the way for him to be the unquestioned starter.

JUNE 3, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Spencer Burford, Jimmie Ward and Fred Warner Top 49ers PFF Performers in #DALvsSF The 49ers advanced to the NFC Championship Game with their 19-12 win over the Cowboys, earning several players top PFF scores for the Divisi...

JANUARY 24, 2023 • 49ERS.COM

Ready to return Burford (ankle) does not have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Burford was forced to sit out the 49ers' Week 13 win over Miami due to an ankle injury. However, he managed a pair of limited practices during the week prior to turning in a full session Friday. He will be ready to retake his role as the 49ers' starting right guard.

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined Sunday Burford (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Burford will now miss his first game of the 2022-23 campaign as a result of the ankle injury he suffered during the Week 12 matchup versus New Orleans. In the rookie's absence, Daniel Brunskill is the likely candidate to earn a starting spot on San Fransisco's offensive line this weekend.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Seen in walking boot Burford (ankle) was in a walking boot following Sunday's win over the Saints, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Burford sustained his ankle injury in the second half of Sunday's matchup and was unable to return down the stretch. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available next Sunday against the Dolphins, but Kyle Shanahan said after the game that Burford isn't dealing with a high-ankle sprain, which is an encouraging sign.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ankle injury Sunday Burford hurt his ankle during Sunday's victory against the Saints and didn't return.

Impact When Burford was seen exiting the the field in the second half, he was favoring his lower right leg. In the end, the injury was clarified as to his ankle, which now places a cloud over his status for next Sunday's game versus the Dolphins.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Spencer Burford has worked exclusively with the 49ers' first team this camp Is a key change coming up front? Burford, a rookie fourth-round pick, has taken every first-team rep at right guard for the 49ers.

AUGUST 10, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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49ers right guard Spencer Burford could miss a few weeks with a broken right hand