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49ers Defensive Star Mykel Williams Nears Return
1 Oct
Summary
- Mykel Williams opened practice window after ACL tear
- Several key 49ers players missed practice due to injuries
- Dante Pettis rejoins 49ers practice squad as receiver help
The San Francisco 49ers are anticipating the return of defensive end Mykel Williams, as the team has opened his practice window. Williams has been on the physically unable to perform list since suffering an ACL tear in November, ending his rookie season prematurely. The 49ers now have a 21-day period to decide on activating him, though he is ineligible for the upcoming game against Denver.
Several other players were absent from practice on Wednesday. Running back Christian McCaffrey was given a rest day, while receiver Mike Evans (ribs), left tackle Trent Williams (neck), and linebacker Dre Greenlaw (quadriceps) are dealing with injuries sustained in the previous game. The status of Greenlaw and Evans remains uncertain.
Defensive linemen Keion White (hamstring) and Nick Bosa (calf) are also sidelined, adding to the team's defensive injury concerns. In response to receiver depth issues, with Ricky Pearsall and De'Zhaun Stribling on injured reserve, the 49ers signed Dante Pettis to the practice squad. Pettis, a former second-round pick for the team, brings prior experience to the receiving group.
