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49ers Injury Crisis Deepens: Fred Warner Out for Season, Jauan Jennings Playing With Five Broken Ribs

San Francisco faces thin receiver depth, with George Kittle expected to practice this week.

Sep 14, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA;  San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings (15) runs after a catch against New Orleans Saints safety Jonas Sanker (33) during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Overview

  • All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner was ruled out for the season with a severe right ankle injury suffered in Sunday's 30-19 loss at Tampa Bay, dropping San Francisco to 4-2.
  • Wideout Jauan Jennings said he is playing through five broken ribs along with ankle and shoulder injuries and logged one catch for 7 yards against the Buccaneers.
  • Jennings said the rib damage occurred in the Week 4 loss to Jacksonville; he has missed two games and has 10 receptions for 136 yards and one touchdown in four appearances.
  • The receiving group remains depleted, with Ricky Pearsall and Jordan Watkins sidelined Sunday by knee injuries and Brandon Aiyuk yet to play this season due to a knee issue.
  • Tight end George Kittle has been on injured reserve since Game 1 with a hamstring injury and is expected to return to practice this week.