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In other roster relocations, the 49ers placed linebacker Mark Nzeocha (quadriceps), a core special-teams player, on injured reserve. They likewise signed tight end Daniel Helm off Tampa Bays practice squad.
The 49ers waived their veteran long snapper on Wednesday, 3 days after Nelson, 33, had a series of errant snaps and was benched in a 36-9 win versus the Giants.
The 49ers signed Taybor Pepper, 26, to replace Nelson after he was one of four long snappers to work out in Santa Clara on Tuesday. Pepper, a 2017 undrafted totally free agent, has played in 20 career games with the Packers and Dolphins.” Kyle hasnt been playing as good as he has in the past,” Shanahan stated. If you see things trending that method a little bit you attempt to make a choice before it hurts you.” Fortunately, we were able to win the video game and make sure that does not happen once again.
The 49ers signed Taybor Pepper, 26, to replace Nelson after he was among 4 long snappers to work out in Santa Clara on Tuesday. Pepper, a 2017 undrafted totally free agent, has played in 20 profession video games with the Packers and Dolphins. He was waived by Miami in May.
Nelsons efficiency Sunday clearly influenced his release. Head coach Kyle Shanahan suggested Nelson had actually been a bit off before he established what Shanahan termed the “yips” versus the Giants.
Shanahan sounded a bit more optimistic about Samuel using Sunday against the Eagles than he did last week. Samuel was not limited in Wednesdays practice.
Ford, who will miss a minimum of the next three games, will be eligible to return when the 49ers check out New England on Oct. 25. The 49ers were hoping Fords pain would subside with medication after he underwent an MRI on Sept. 17.
Without Ford and Nick Bosa, who is on season-ending hurt reserve, Kerry Hyder (36 snaps), Dion Jordan (22) and Ziggy Ansah (21) acted as the 49ers main edge rushes versus the Giants.
” Fortunately, we were able to win the game and make sure that doesnt occur again. Its something that you just cant risk. I believe that was the writing on the wall.”
Meanwhile, tight end George Kittle (knee) was not limited in practice, signaling he will bet the Eagles after a two-game lack. Cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon (hamstring) and running back Jerick McKinnon (ribs) were likewise full individuals.
” Kyle hasnt been playing as excellent as he has in the past,” Shanahan said. “It was kind of trending a bit that method. , if you see things trending that method a little bit you try to make a choice before it hurts you.. And you guys saw what occurred on Sunday.
Samuel back: The 49ers formally opened the practice window for wide receiver Deebo Samuel, who had actually invested the very first 3 video games on injured reserve with a damaged foot he suffered in mid-June.
A bad efficiency made Kyle Nelson a pink slip.
Nelson, who was the groups second-longest member behind totally free security Jimmie Ward, played in 89 games given that joining the 49ers in 2014, which was the most on the roster.
Ford to IR: Shanahan said the 49ers will position Pro Bowl pass rush Dee Ford on hurt reserve this week with a back injury thats caused him to miss the previous two games.
Shanahan stated Williams is having “hip discomfort.” If its connected to a hip issue that quickly forced Williams to leave the NFC Championship Game in January, its not known.
Injury report: Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (ankle), running back Raheem Mostert (knee), linebacker Dre Greenlaw (thigh), cornerback Emmanuel Moseley (concussion) and cornerback KWaun Williams (hip) did not practice.
” We simply need to see him go through 3 days (of practice)– (see) what kind of shape hes in,” Shanahan said. “And if he can safeguard himself, hell be out there.”
