Deebo Samuel's possible Week 17 return received a concerning update on Friday, per Nick Wagoner.
“Deebo wasn't doing much during the small window we get to watch. Gut feeling is his return is more likely to come next week but we'll hear more from Kyle Shanahan in about an hour,” Wagoner shared on Twitter.
UPDATE: Deebo Samuel has officially been ruled out, per Cam Inman.
Samuel has been able to participate in Niners' recent practices. It seems likely that Samuel will return next week barring unforeseen circumstances.
49ers' head coach Kyle Shanahan previously revealed a promising update on Deebo Samuel.
“Deebo, his ankle and knee are making real good progress, still working his way back,” Shanahan said, per Jennifer Lee Chan of NBCSportsBayArea.com via Pro Football Talk.
The 49ers have survived an injury-plagued 2022 campaign. They currently hold a convincing lead in the NFC West and are well on their way to the playoffs. QB Brock Purdy has impressed since taking over amid Jimmy Garoppolo's injury. With that being said, Purdy and the 49ers' offense will certainly benefit once Samuel is cleared to return.
As Wagoner mentioned in his report, Shanahan will provide further updates on Samuel's status soon. San Francisco does not need to rush Deebo Samuel back into game-action given their strong division lead. Although he has been cleared to practice, Samuel will have to wait at least one more week before returning.
We will continue to monitor and provide updates on Samuel and the 49ers as they are made available.
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