The 49ers have one healthy running back entering Week 14's matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. Starter Elijah Mitchell and Trenton Cannon are in the concussion protocol. Jeff Wilson Jr.'s knee flared up on Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks. Trey Sermon is on injured reserve due to an ankle injury.
That leaves JaMycal Hasty as San Francisco's only healthy running back.
On Monday, head coach Kyle Shanahan was asked if the team planned to work out any running backs because of the injury issues.
"Yes, I think those guys are working on that today (Monday), and hopefully, we'll get some more guys in here tomorrow (Tuesday) to work out," Shanahan responded.
The 49ers could announce the signing of one or more of these players soon, assuming the workouts went well.
Mitchell and Cannon's concussions occurred during Sunday's game.
Said Shanahan of Mitchell: "He was cleared after being evaluated during the game and post-game, but he had symptoms this morning, so he's in the concussion protocol."
Cannon's injury occurred during the opening kickoff. The running back and returner was transported by ambulance to a local hospital for evaluation.
"He's doing better," Shanahan said on Monday. "He's been discharged from the hospital, and he's flying home right now. Our doctors will continue to monitor him."
Related News
More San Francisco 49ers News
-
49ers bring back familiar QB, work out two O-linemen
The San Francisco 49ers made a minor roster move on Wednesday, adding quarterback depth while also evaluating help along the offensive line. According to the NFL transaction wire, the 49ers signed quarterback Adrian Martinez to their practice squad. Martinez had spent much of... -
49ers defense's goal in final three games: Stop the run
The San Francisco 49ers defense is allowing 106.1 rushing yards per game heading into their Week 16 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts, ranking 12th in the NFL. They are also giving up 4.3 yards per carry, tied for 16th league-wide, and would love to bring that average... -
49ers vs. Colts final injury report: Ricky Pearsall, Renardo Green ruled out for MNF
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 16 contest against the Indianapolis Colts on Monday at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Both teams have released their official injury reports, which are provided below. San Francisco 49ers Out CB Renardo Green... -
49ers injury updates: Ricky Pearsall held out of Thursday's practice
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall will not take part in Thursday's practice—the team's first on-field session of the week—as he continues to recover from multiple injuries. Pearsall was banged up during Sunday's win over the Tennessee Titans, first suffering...