The San Francisco 49ers are managing several injuries ahead of their Week 10 matchup with the Dallas Cowboys. Two concerns are in the secondary: Renardo Green, who sustained a back and shoulder injury in the Week 9 win over the Las Vegas Raiders, and Deommodore Lenoir, who has been dealing with a lingering shoulder and neck issue.
Neither defensive back had practiced through Thursday, leaving their availability for Sunday uncertain. Speaking on KNBR, head coach Kyle Shanahan said the two do not necessarily need to practice Friday to remain in consideration for the game. He would prefer that they take part, but said he trusts the veteran players to discuss how they are feeling over the weekend.
If Green and Lenoir are unavailable, the 49ers could turn to several other options. San Francisco re-signed veteran cornerback Jack Jones to its practice squad this week and could elevate him to the 53-man roster. Rookie cornerback Ephesians Prysock is also available, while Nate Hobbs could be activated from injured reserve after fully participating in practice this week.
Safety Upton Stout wore a non-contact blue jersey during Thursday’s practice, as he has for several weeks. Barring a change, he is expected to be available against Dallas.
