49ers Promote LB Eric Kendricks, Place Tatum Bethune on IR Ahead of Playoffs

49ers promote LB Eric Kendricks, place Tatum Bethune on IR ahead of playoffs

The San Francisco 49ers signed veteran linebacker Eric Kendricks from the practice squad to the active roster and placed starting linebacker Tatum Bethune (groin) on injured reserve on Wednesday, ending his season ahead of the playoffs.The 49ers (12-5) play the host Philadelphia Eagles (11-6) on Sunday in the NFC wild-card round. San Francisco coach Kyle Shanahan said that Pro Bowl left tackle Trent Williams (hamstring) and wide receiver Ricky P…

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49ers The 49ers’ defense took another hit as LB Tatum Bethune suffered a torn groin that will keep him out for the postseason. San Francisco HC Kyle Shanahan has the utmost confidence in LB Eric Kendricks stepping in as they lose another middle linebacker.  “I’m real confident in Eric,” Shanahan said, via ESPN’s Nick Wagoner. “He’s been here long enough. These games he’s gotten in the last couple of weeks, he’s done a good job, and I’m glad that…

49ers roster news: Kendricks promoted to active roster; Bethune to IR; Cowing's practice window opened; Other moves announced

The San Francisco 49ers announced several roster moves on Wednesday. Linebacker Eric Kendricks has been promoted from the practice squad to the active roster. Linebacker Tatum Bethune has been placed on the injured reserve list. Linebacker Kyzir White has been signed to the practice squad. The practice window has been opened for wide receiver Jacob Cowing (injured reserve, hamstring). Linebacker Milo Eifler has been signed to a reserve/future c…