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49ers Set Nick Bosa’s ACL Surgery for Friday, Weighing Pass-Rush Trades

GM John Lynch signaled a measured plan that leans on in-house rushers alongside a survey of trade options.

Overview

  • Lynch said Bosa will undergo ACL reconstruction Friday after what coaches described as a clean tear with no additional damage.
  • San Francisco will lean on first-round rookie Mykel Williams and veteran Bryce Huff, with care taken not to overload Huff’s snap count.
  • The front office is “always looking” at the market, with media analyses outlining targets that range from big swings like Trey Hendrickson or Bradley Chubb to lower-cost options such as Arden Key or Michael Clemons.
  • Roster and cap realities, including an emphasis on younger, cheaper pieces and Brock Purdy’s $265 million extension, make a blockbuster move less likely.
  • Before the injury, Bosa logged 17 tackles, two sacks, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery through three games in a 3-0 start.