The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 5 contest against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
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Linebacker Fred Warner and tight end George Kittle missed practice for the second consecutive day. However, both were seen working on a side field during the portion open to the media. After testing his ankle, Warner left for the weight room before team drills began.
"My plan is obviously to play (against the Cardinals)," Warner said on Wednesday. "That's my hope. I'm just going to continue to listen to what the training room wants me to do and take it one day at a time."
Warner injured his ankle just before halftime during Sunday's game against the New England Patriots and did not return. Kittle, who sustained a rib injury, managed to return to the game.
When discussing Fred Warner and George Kittle during a Thursday radio interview, head coach Kyle Shanahan said, "They're two guys that, if they don't practice, they're still two guys who can definitely play on Sunday. So, hopefully, they'll get there."
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Meanwhile, linebacker Dee Winters returned to practice after missing Wednesday's session.
Below are Thursday's practice participation reports for both the 49ers and Cardinals, which were provided by the 49ers Communications staff.
San Francisco 49ers Thursday Practice
Did Not Participate In Practice
WR Chris Conley (oblique), WR Jacob Cowing (shoulder), LB Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles (calf), DE Yetur Gross-Matos (knee), TE George Kittle (ribs), LB Fred Warner (ankle)
Limited Participation in Practice
DT Jordan Elliott (knee), DT Kevin Givens (triceps), S Talanoa Hufanga (ankle), LB Dee Winters (ankle), CB Isaac Yiadom (thigh)
DT Kalia Davis (knee), FB Kyle Juszczyk (shoulder), T Trent Williams (not injury related - resting player)
Arizona Cardinals Thursday Practice
Did Not Participate In Practice
G Isaiah Adams (thumb), K Matt Prater (left knee), CB Garrett Williams (groin)
Limited Participation in Practice
T Kelvin Beachum (hamstring), T Christian Jones (ankle), DT Khyiris Tonga (knee)
Full Participation in Practice
TE Trey McBride (concussion)
