The San Francisco 49ers have bolstered their defensive line by promoting Clelin Ferrell from the practice squad to the game-day roster, ahead of their Week 9 matchup against the New York Giants. The move comes as a result of defensive lineman Yetur Gross-Matos suffering a hamstring strain in Thursday's practice, which will keep him sidelined for at least four games.
Ferrell, a former No.4 overall pick by the Raiders in 2019, was initially released by the Washington Commanders at the end of training camp last year but played last season with the team before being cut loose again. He joins trade acquisition Keion White on the depth chart, who has been brought in to provide additional depth to the 49ers' defensive line.
With Nick Bosa ruled out for the rest of the season due to a lingering injury and Bryce Huff missing his second consecutive game with another hamstring strain, Ferrell and White will be tasked with setting an edge and generating pressure on the opposing offense. Coach Kyle Shanahan expressed confidence in both players after three practice sessions this week.
Meanwhile, quarterback Brock Purdy remains uncertain for Sunday's game due to a turf toe injury, although he has been listed as "chance to be available". Mac Jones is expected to start, but the 49ers may opt to leave Purdy on the inactive list to minimize the risk of aggravating his injury.
Ferrell, a former No.4 overall pick by the Raiders in 2019, was initially released by the Washington Commanders at the end of training camp last year but played last season with the team before being cut loose again. He joins trade acquisition Keion White on the depth chart, who has been brought in to provide additional depth to the 49ers' defensive line.
With Nick Bosa ruled out for the rest of the season due to a lingering injury and Bryce Huff missing his second consecutive game with another hamstring strain, Ferrell and White will be tasked with setting an edge and generating pressure on the opposing offense. Coach Kyle Shanahan expressed confidence in both players after three practice sessions this week.
Meanwhile, quarterback Brock Purdy remains uncertain for Sunday's game due to a turf toe injury, although he has been listed as "chance to be available". Mac Jones is expected to start, but the 49ers may opt to leave Purdy on the inactive list to minimize the risk of aggravating his injury.
he was cut by Wash last year, but played one season with them before being dropped again 
still got picked up by the 49ers, now they're relying on him to step up? not saying it's a bad move or anything, but let's keep things in perspective... Purdy's injury is more concerning cuz he's their QB 
but now hes gonna give it another shot with 49ers! they need all the help they can get without nick bosa and brece huff, hope mac jones does his thing tho 
... but on the other hand, Ferrell was in pretty bad shape last season and I'm not sure if he's really ready for the big stage yet 
just saw that Brock Purdy's turf toe injury might keep him out for a while 
and now they're gonna rely on Mac Jones to start? 
that 49ers defense is gonna be super banged up by the end of the year... 
. Not sure about Purdy though - turf toe injury's always a risk, don't wanna take chances with his season 
. Coach Kyle Shanahan seems pretty chill though, always gives me advice on how to manage my anxiety with exercise 
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. Have you guys been watching the Raiders? Their game against the Chiefs last season was insane 
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. They're already hurting with Bosa out and Huff missing games, so bringing in Ferrell from the practice squad is like a win-win situation for them. The guy's got talent and experience, especially after playing last season. It'll be interesting to see how he holds up against the Giants' O-line 
. Either way, Mac Jones stepping in should be able to lead them to a W 
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. He's been cut from two teams already, what makes Kyle Shanahan think he's gonna magically step up? And now they're relying on him and Keion White to fill in for Bosa and Bryce Huff? That's just asking for injuries... or worse, getting blown out by the Giants 
. I do hope Purdy is okay tho, turf toe sounds nasty! 
with bosa out and huff banged up, ferrell and white are gonna step up and show the giants who's boss 
And now they're relying on Clelin Ferrell and Keion White to step up their game... I'm not sure if it's gonna work out, but I guess only time will tell. Did you see that Yetur Gross-Matos got hurt? What a bummer! 
Anyway, the 49ers are basically running it by Mac Jones this week, so fingers crossed he can lead them to victory 
. Anyways, this might just be the boost they need to take down those Giants 
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his skills r still raw but he's learnin & growin fast 
and coach shanahan's confidence in them is totally justified. let's go 49ers 
... fingers crossed for a win against those Giants 
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. Guess we'll just have to wait and see how this all plays out...should be interesting!