{
  "id": 13252715,
  "title": "49ers Make Week 5 Injury Decisions for Three Stars",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/49ers-make-week-5-injury-decisions-for-three-stars",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-09T23:14:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nfl/49ers-make-week-5-injury-decisions-for-three-stars-12549849"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The San Francisco 49ers face an injury challenge as they prepare to take on the Seattle Seahawks in Week 5. Two key defensive players are set to miss the game due to ongoing injuries. Nick Bosa, the defensive end, will miss his third straight game as he continues to recover from a calf injury. The 49ers chose not to place him on the injured reserve list to keep roster spots open. Fullback Kyle Juszczyk, who hyperextended his knee last Sunday, will also miss Sunday's game. His MRI revealed a sprain and a bone bruise, indicating a recovery period of two to three games. Additionally, defensive tackle James Thompson Jr. and safety Marques Sigle will both miss Sunday's matchup against the Seahawks. The 49ers had a silver lining on Friday when they released their injury report, revealing that wide receiver Mike Evans will return to the lineup. Despite dealing with a rib injury, Evans did not practice on Thursday but is available for Sunday's game. Tackle Trent Williams, who left Week 3's contest early with a neck stinger, will also be present for Sunday's action after playing in last weekend's game. These injury decisions highlight the 49ers' ongoing battle with injuries as they strive to maintain their undefeated start.",
  "summary": "The 49ers will be without a couple stars when they face the Seahawks on Sunday.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
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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."
}