49ers lose Alfred Collins to injury before season opener against Rams

The San Francisco 49ers will move forward without starting defensive tackle Alfred Collins, who suffered a torn patellar tendon during a practice session in Melbourne, Australia. The injury occurred Wednesday as the team prepared for their upcoming season opener against the Los Angeles Rams. Collins, who was expected to start alongside Osa Odighizuwa, is now ruled out for the remainder of the season. Following the injury, the team intends to elevate second-year defensive tackle C.J. West to the starting lineup. Rookie Gracen Halton is also expected to see significant snaps as part of the team's defensive rotation. The 49ers acquired Odighizuwa in a trade with the Dallas Cowboys earlier this year.

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