It’s midweek and the San Francisco 49ers continue to prepare for their Week 7 game against the Kansas City Chiefs. This Wednesday the team had several absences from practice due to injury and other players managed to train at least on a limited basis. Different members of the team also spoke to the media before starting training and provided their opinion on Kansas City and some of the challenges that this opponent presents.
Limited Participation
Among the players who were practicing limitedly today due to their respective injuries, was the star wide receiver, Deebo Samuel Sr. The player was even wearing the blue shirt when practicing as a precaution to indicate to his teammates that he cannot suffer any contact during the game. training. Kyle Shanahan, the team’s head coach, informed the press that Samuel Sr. has a wrist problem.
The other players who participated in today’s workout on a limited basis were running back Jordan Mason (shoulder), cornerback Darrell Luter Jr. (pelvis), defensive lineman Jordan Elliott (knee) and safety Malik Mustapha (ankle).
Absences
On the other hand, Shanahan reported that those who did not train at all this Wednesday were kickers Matthew Wright (shoulder, back) and Jake Moody (right ankle). Additionally, wide receiver Jauan Jennings (hip) and defensive lineman Maliek Collins (knee) were also unable to practice. Defensive lineman Leonard Floyd also did not practice, but he simply because he received this Wednesday as a day of rest. Star left tackle Trent Williams also was rested.
Showdown with the Chiefs Defense
Shanahan was asked about the challenges offered by the Chiefs defense and specifically Kansas City defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo. The San Francisco coach analyzed this great coordinator and the good work he always does.
“I think it’s gotten better every year. I think last year they were the best defense we faced and this year I think the same thing so far. They have guys that have been playing together for a long time. They’ve worked in that scheme for a long time. “He (Spagnuolo) has had his scheme for a long time, but they continue to add things to it. They continue to fine-tune it and I have a lot of respect for him and his scheme,” Shanahan said.
Challenges Facing Mahomes
Before training, 49ers defensive lineman Nick Bosa mentioned to the press the skills that Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has that make him a very difficult player to face.
“I think his arm strength. He’s able to throw the ball long distances very quickly. So he doesn’t need a lot of separation. And then the way he creates plays. He likes to fake people to get around them and run. for first downs when they need it. His ability to run more or less goes under the radar. He is robust, so it is difficult to bring him down and he makes good decisions,” Bosa analyzed.
It’s not fun
One of the most dangerous weapons Mahomes has is his tight end Travis Kelce. 49ers linebacker Fred Warner described what a matchup against Kelce is like.
“It’s not funny. It’s not funny at all. You know, he’s one of the best of all time and he’s just very sneaky. I think that’s the word to describe him. Smart. He knows exactly where to stand. The “The connection he and Mahomes have is the best we’ve ever seen,” Warner said.
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