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Mitchell has now missed three games after injuring his knee in Week 13 against the Seahawks. Shanahan before the Titans game made it sound like there was progress being made toward getting Mitchell back for that one, but he didn’t practice at all and was ruled out Wednesday. Now it sounds like there’s more optimism he could be available to face the Texans.
“Yeah, I think Elijah does have a chance this week,” Shanahan said. “Elijah’s made more progress, he had a decent day yesterday. Still not totally out of the woods yet, but I’m hoping that he can go this week and I know he’s got a chance.”
The 49ers could certainly use Mitchell to help out their run game should rookie QB Trey Lance get the start in Garoppolo’s stead.
