49ers' Arik Armstead to Undergo Surgery After Playing Through Torn Meniscus
Armstead and teammate Javon Hargrave both played through injuries during the 49ers' playoff run to Super Bowl LVIII.
- San Francisco 49ers defensive end Arik Armstead played through a torn meniscus during the playoffs and will undergo surgery this offseason.
- Armstead missed the final five games of the regular season but returned to play in all three of the 49ers' playoff games, including Super Bowl LVIII.
- In addition to Armstead, 49ers defensive tackle Javon Hargrave also played through the postseason with a torn ligament in his thumb.
- Armstead hopes to return in time for the start of training camp this summer, following surgery.
- The 49ers' defensive performance, including Armstead's contributions, was crucial in their playoff run, despite their Super Bowl LVIII loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.