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49ers Open Fred Warner’s 21-Day Practice Window, Eye Possible NFC Title Game Return

Team doctors will decide on activation during a short-week evaluation before Seattle.

Overview

  • Head coach Kyle Shanahan said Warner will practice in a limited capacity this week and is unlikely to play in Saturday’s divisional game at the Seahawks.
  • Opening the window gives San Francisco 21 days to evaluate Warner on injured reserve before deciding on activation.
  • Shanahan noted any return hinges on medical benchmarks such as sprinting and jumping and final clearance by team physicians.
  • Warner, who dislocated and fractured his right ankle on Oct. 12 and had surgery shortly after, posted workout videos and said he feels ready if cleared.
  • If the 49ers advance, the earliest realistic target discussed for Warner’s return is the NFC Championship Game.