49ersTuesday, November 10
49ers lose rookie Gracen Halton for the season, but expect CJ West and Deebo Samuel back Wednesday
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The 49ers will be without rookie Gracen Halton for the rest of the season. Coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed Monday that Halton broke and dislocated his ankle against the Raiders, and he's doubtful Halton could be back by the playoffs.
Halton is out, while West and Samuel are due back at practice
| Player | Status |
|---|---|
| Gracen Halton | Out for the season |
| CJ West | Expected to practice Wednesday |
| Deebo Samuel | Expected to practice Wednesday |
| Mike Evans | Not expected to be ready |
| Deommodore Lenoir | Day-to-day (foot) |
| Renardo Green | Day-to-day (back) |
Source: NBC Bay Area
West, a defensive tackle, has been recovering from a procedure to remove a bone chip from his knee. Samuel has been out with a hamstring injury suffered in Week 5.
- Tuesday: the team's usual day off
- Wednesday: back to practice to prep for Dallas
- Sunday: at the Cowboys, 1:25 p.m. PT
The depth is being tested. The Niners won without wideouts Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel Sr. and Christian Kirk, and running back Christian McCaffrey tied Hall of Famer Joe Perry for the most straight games with a rushing touchdown.
7straight games with a rushing touchdown for Christian McCaffrey
That ties Hall of Famer Joe Perry for the most consecutive games with a rushing touchdown.
Source: Ventura County Star
Sources: NBC Bay Area, Ventura County Star