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49ers Star Pass Rusher Nick Bosa Will Miss a Few Games After Hurting His Calf
Kyle Shanahan said the star pass rusher will return this season after hurting his calf in warmups, but he is expected to miss a few weeks.
On Thursday, San Francisco 49ers star pass rusher Nick Bosa suffered a calf injury during practice. Coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed Bosa will miss "a few weeks," starting with Sunday's game against Arizona.
Bosa remains a dominant force, ranking fourth in the NFL with 280 total pressures since 2019. The Niners hoped for a healthy season after his season-ending ACL injury in Week 3 last year.
Seven defensive line players are missing this week, including West and James Thompson, while Sam Okuayinonu and Romello Height face longer-term injuries. Defensive coordinator Raheem Morris said Thursday, "He's been really the most dominant player without a sack...I have to say he's been awesome."
Coach Kyle Shanahan expressed frustration about recurring injuries, noting "You get used to just dealing with it," yet remained optimistic, stating "He'll be back" regarding Bosa's recovery.
The team faces Sunday's divisional matchup against Arizona with depleted defensive line depth. Shanahan emphasized the need to "plug away" and focus on the next challenge, hoping to improve as the year progresses.