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The San Francisco 49ers were absolutely ravaged by injuries last season, which played a massive role in their disappointing 6-11. And once again this summer, the 49ers are once again experiencing medical issues.
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USA TODAY Touchdown Wire on MSN49ers sign Michael Dunn, Malik Knowles and release Demone Harris, Corey Kiner
The San Francisco 49ers continue to manipulate their roster, as they deal with several injuries at key positions in the preseason.
The 49ers announced a handful of roster moves on Wednesday. They have signed offensive lineman Michael Dunn and wide receiver Malik Knowles to their 90-man roster. They released defensive lineman Demone Harris and waived running back Corey Kiner with an injury designation in corresponding moves.
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Niners Wire on MSN49ers place key depth piece on IR to make room for new QB
This is a significant blow to the 49ers' RB room since Taylor had secured a spot as a reliable third or fourth option who contributed on special teams. He posted a career-high 109 yards on 17 carries in San Francisco's Week 18 loss to the Arizona Cardinals last season.
"If the 49ers want to lighten Christian McCaffrey's workload, they must add a durable running back to the rotation," Moton wrote. "Robinson can grind out yards between the tackles, which would allow McCaffrey to stay fresh for the length of the regular season."
The 49ers wisely have some key veterans, most prominently Nick Bosa, Christian McCaffrey and Trent Williams, on schedules designed to keep them fresh and out of the fray from time to time. Quarterback Brock Purdy is a leader in a more reserved, analytical way. Deommodore Lenoir is stepping up to push the secondary.
Here's who stood out on Day 16 of 49ers training camp. Keep in mind, Mac Jones sprained his knee in the 49ers' preseason win over the Raiders on Saturday.
Renardo Green and Isaac Guerendo were among those who returned for a practice in which Brock Purdy and Ricky Pearsall continued to connect.
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Niners Wire on MSNUndrafted lineman identified as 49ers 'most outstanding rookie' against Raiders
The San Francisco 49ers have needed an offensive lineman to step up at guard and an undrafted rookie is doing just that through two preseason games.