49ers see improvement in injury status ahead of Week 6 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 10:37 PM
Last updated Oct 16, 2026

The San Francisco 49ers reported an improved injury status for key players ahead of their Week 6 game against the Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football. Fullback Kyle Juszczyk, initially expected to miss multiple weeks due to a knee injury, participated fully in Friday's practice and is on track to play. Defensive tackle James Thompson Jr., out since Week 2 with a high ankle sprain, also upgraded his status to limited participation. The practice report listed several other players who did not participate or were limited, including star defensive end Nick Bosa and wide receiver Deebo Samuel, as the team prepares for their upcoming game.
- •Kyle Juszczyk fully practices after knee injury recovery.
- •James Thompson Jr. upgraded to limited participation following ankle injury.
- •Nick Bosa and Deebo Samuel among several key players who missed practice.
- •49ers prepare for Monday night game against Washington Commanders.
- 10:37 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers get some good injury news on 2nd Week 6 practice report
"The San Francisco 49ers may get one of their key offensive players back vs. the Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football.
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