{
  "id": 10549939,
  "title": "The 49ers get favorable injury news on Evans, Williams and Greenlaw",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/28/the-49ers-get-favorable-injury-news-on-evans-williams-and-greenlaw",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-28T22:36:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/football/nfl/2026/09/28/the-49ers-get-favorable-injury-news-on-evans-williams-and-greenlaw"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The San Francisco 49ers experienced a positive update on the injury situation with receiver Mike Evans and left tackle Trent Williams, both of whom could potentially play this week following their respective sidelined periods. Coach Kyle Shanahan stated that Williams would be back at practice on Thursday after a stinger injury, while Evans' status would be evaluated throughout the week after suffering a rib injury during the win over the Arizona Cardinals. Linebacker Dre Greenlaw was also expected to undergo evaluation due to a bruised quadriceps. Evans, who has had a strong start to his 49ers career with 12 catches for 137 yards and two touchdowns, appeared to be in significant pain after a late hit in the first half of the game. Despite the absence of key players due to injuries, including Ricky Pearsall, De'Zhaun Stribling, and Demarcus Robinson, the 49ers offense has maintained its impressive performance, scoring touchdowns on 48.2% of their possessions this season, the highest mark through three games since at least 2000. Quarterback Brock Purdy has been instrumental in the team's success, leading the league with a 133.1 passer rating through three games. The 49ers' defense has also shown resilience, allowing only seven drives of at least 12 plays, the second-most through three games since 2000. The offensive line has also been a strong point, going three straight games without allowing a sack, a first since 1979. Special teams also struggled, with errors leading to Arizona's comeback in the second half. Quarterback Brock Purdy will continue to rely on the deep roster built by Coach Kyle Shanahan and General Manager John Lynch, with running back Christian McCaffrey, tight end George Kittle, and receiver Deebo Samuel providing strong support.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}