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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 7h

S Malik Mustapha was a full participant in 49ers practice as he returns after ACL surgery in January. When asked if he will still play with the same ferocity upon his return to action, he answered, "I didn't get surgery on my brain." He said he is ready to go.

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 9h

49ers injuries (continued)
Limited
CJ West (thumb)
Upton Stout (ankle)
Mac Jones (knee, oblique)
Kevin Givens (pec)
Kalia Davis (hand)

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 9h

49ers injuries
No practice
Brock Purdy (toe)
Ricky Pearsall (knee)
Jauan Jennings (ankle, rib)
Alfred Collins (knee)
Yetur Gross-Matos (knee, hamstring)
Jordan Watkins (calf)
Robert Beal (ankle)
Trent Williams (rest)
Christian McCaffrey (rest)

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 11h

The 49ers signed DL Bruce Hector to the practice squad and released S Jaylen Mahoney from the practice squad.

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 13h

DE Trevis Gipson missed his grandfather's funeral to try out with the 49ers in July. Before he left without a contract, he took a rollercoaster ride at the nearby amusement park. He thought, "Something's telling me, I'll be back.”

To read:
www.nbcsportsbayarea.com/nfl/san-fran...

Trevis Gipson makes most of 49ers opportunity in win vs. Rams as rollercoaster NFL career continues

49ers defensive end Trevis Gipson is making the most of his opportunity with San Francisco as his rollerocaster NFL career continues.

www.nbcsportsbayarea.com

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 14h

Eddy Piñeiro, 11-for-11 on FG attempts since signing with the 49ers, was named NFC Special Teams Player of the Week.

He made FGs from 20, 37, 41 and 59 yards in win over the L.A. Rams. It's the fourth such honor on his career.

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 22h

49ers' draft capital heading into trading deadline:

Round 1
Round 2
Round 3
Round 4
*Round 4
*Round 4
*Round 4
*Round 5
Round 6
* - Projected compensatory picks via OverTheCap.com.
Note: 5th-round pick to Philadelphia for Bryce Huff turns into a 4th-rounder if he has eight sacks this season.

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 1d

The 49ers released DB Jaylen Mahoney from their practice squad.

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 1d

The 49ers had tryouts with the following players:
DT Tommy Akingbesote (Maryland)
DT Shakel Brown (Troy)
DT Michael Dwumfour (Rutgers)
LB Jonathan Garvin (Miami)
DT Bruce Hector (South Florida)
DE Jah Joyner (Minnesota)
DE DeMarcus Walker (Florida State)

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 1d

Backup nickel back Chase Lucas was forced into action in Week 5, and he proved to be the unsung hero with his last-play heroics in the 49ers’ victory over the Rams.

To read:
www.nbcsportsbayarea.com/nfl/san-fran...

How backup cornerback Chase Lucas became 49ers' unsung hero in improbable Week 5 win vs. Rams

Backup 49ers cornerback Chase Lucas was the person most responsible for the play that secured San Francisco's Week 5 win over the Los Angeles Rams.

www.nbcsportsbayarea.com

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 1d

49ers Overreactions: If they keep winning, it’s more likely (and necessary) to swing a trade for an edge rusher.

To read:
www.nbcsportsbayarea.com/nfl/san-fran...

49ers overreactions: Does hot start put pressure on making a significant trade-deadline acquisition?

NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco sifts through 49ers' fans reactions after San Francisco's thrilling Week 5 win over the Los Angeles Rams.

www.nbcsportsbayarea.com

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 2d

Great play design on the Jags’ go-ahead TD with :23 left.

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 2d

WR Jauan Jennings (ankle & ribs) was observed in uniform, helmet in hand, heading into the 49ers' weight room.

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 2d

During the quickie glimpse of 49ers practice, there was no Brock Purdy out there. Mac Jones (knee) was in uniform and on the field, but he did not appear to be doing much.

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 2d

Safety Malik Mustapha (knee) nears a return from the PUP list. The 49ers today opened his practice window. It’s possible he could suit up against the Bucs on Sunday.

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 2d

I asked 49ers GM John Lynch last week about the possibility of adding an edge rusher, and his answer is more relevant now after the team's win over the Rams and seeing the happenings around the NFC on Sunday.

To watch:
youtu.be/P4xuvJnJSR4?...

UPDATE: 49ers Stand Alone Atop NFC West Entering Week 6 - Matt Maiocco

YouTube video by Matt Maiocco

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 3d

NFC West standings
49ers 4-1
Seahawks 3-2
Rams 3-2
Cardinals 2-3

Week 6 schedule
49ers at Tampa Bay
Seahawks at Jacksonville
Rams at Baltimore
Cardinals at Indianapolis

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 3d

With the Seahawks' last-second loss to the Buccaneers, the 49ers will enter Week 6 of the NFL season with a 4-1 record and in sole possession of first place in the NFC West.

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 3d

The most-fun play in all of football is when a runner, such as the Cardinals' Emari Demercado, does not learn from the mistakes of others and drops the ball voluntarily before the goal line.

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 5d

The 49ers are hoping to open the practice window for S Malik Mustapha off PUP on Monday.
George Kittle and Brandon Aiyuk, “Most likely, not.”
George Kittle is considered “a long shot for this week," Kyle Shanahan said. It’s looking more like the following week for him.

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 5d

49ers injury report via Kyle Shanahan:
-CB Upton Stout, ankle but not high ankle.
-DT Kalia Davis, fractured hand , set for surgery today.
-DL Yetur Gross-Matos, hamstring, will miss “a little time.”
-DT Alfred Collins, knee sprain, he’ll be evaluated in the coming days.

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 5d

There is no QB controversy, of course. But the mere presence of any discussion is a great thing for all involved with the 49ers. It means that Mac Jones has done his job remarkably well.

To read:
www.nbcsportsbayarea.com/nfl/san-fran...

Why 49ers' quarterback controversy is good thing for team as Mac Jones fills in for Brock Purdy

The quarterback controversy surrounding the 49ers while Mac Jones fills in for Brock Purdy is a good thing for San Francisco, Matt Maiocco writes.

www.nbcsportsbayarea.com

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 5d

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49ers snap count on defense (68 plays)
DB — Marques Sigle 68, Jason Pinnock 68, Deommodore Lenoir 68, Renardo Green 68, Upton Stout 38, Chase Lucas 18, Ji’Ayir Brown 12

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 5d

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49ers snap count on defense (68 plays)
DL — Sam Okuayinonu 51, Mykel Williams 47, Alfred Collins 40, Jordan Elliott 40, Bryce Huff 40, CJ West 28, Yetur Gross-Matos 11, Trevis Gipson 8, Kalia Davis 7
LB — Fred Warner 68, Dee Winters 68

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Matt Maiocco @mattmaiocco.bsky.social · 5d

49ers snap count on offense (86 plays):
RB — Christian McCaffrey 76, Kyle Juszczyk 36, Brian Robinson 12
WR — Demarcus Robinson 73, Kendrick Bourne 70, Marquez Valdes-Scantling 46, Skyy Moore 8, Malik Turner 6
TE — Jake Tonges 63, Luke Farrell 38, Brayden Willis 2

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