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49ers Face Injury Woes Ahead of Wild Card Clash

1/8/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Trent Williams and Ricky Pearsall did not practice for the San Francisco 49ers before their Wild Card game.
The 49ers placed Tatum Bethune on injured reserve for a season-ending groin injury and promoted Eric Kendricks.
They signed Kyzir White to the practice squad and opened the practice window for Jacob Cowing.
The Eagles are entering the game relatively healthy after resting starters in Week 18.

History

Historical Context

The NFL merged with the American Football League (AFL) in 1970, creating a unified league and expanding the playoff system to eight teams. The San Francisco 49ers, a prominent franchise, have struggled with player injuries, notably placing multiple players on injured reserve in 2022. As the 2023 season progresses, the absence of key players like Trent Williams underscores the ongoing challenges of maintaining player health for playoff success.

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Story summary

Trent Williams and Ricky Pearsall did not practice for the San Francisco 49ers before their Wild Card game.
The 49ers placed Tatum Bethune on injured reserve for a season-ending groin injury and promoted Eric Kendricks.
They signed Kyzir White to the practice squad and opened the practice window for Jacob Cowing.
The Eagles are entering the game relatively healthy after resting starters in Week 18.

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