Raheem Morris confirms Nick Bosa will play for the 49ers this Friday

Defensive coordinator Raheem Morris confirmed Monday that Nick Bosa is expected to play in the San Francisco 49ers' upcoming game in Australia this Friday. Bosa participated in Tuesday's practice session while wearing full pads, signaling his progress in returning from injury. The team has relied on Bosa as the anchor of its defense, a need that has grown following the placement of Sam Okuayinonu on the injured reserve list. Morris indicated that the coaching staff plans to monitor Bosa's workload as he works toward full football fitness. Meanwhile, offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak expressed satisfaction with the recovery of George Kittle, though the tight end's specific participation level for Friday remains undetermined.

• 3:33 AMYahoo Sports — Raheem Morris on Nick Bosa’s availability: ‘He’s going. We’re not hiding that.’