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

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 11:17 AM

Last updated Sep 9, 2026

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

Summary

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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Status Watch

•Alfred Collins suffered a season-ending torn patellar tendon during practice in Melbourne.
•The 49ers face the Los Angeles Rams on Friday in their season opener.
•C.J. West will step into the starting role formerly held by Collins.
•Rookie Gracen Halton is expected to handle a significant increase in playing time.
•Halton was a fourth-round pick from Oklahoma signed to a four-year contract.

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11:17 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers Turn to ‘Relentless’ Rookie After Devastating Injury to Starter

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The San Francisco 49ers will turn to a "relentless" rookie following season-ending injury to starter. The post 49ers Turn to ‘Relentless’ Rookie After Devastating Injury to Starter appeared first on HEAVY.
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