Jimmie Ward Injury: Updates on 49ers CB's Quad and Return | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
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Latest on Ward's Practice Status
Friday, Oct. 21
The team announced Ward was a full participant in practice for the third straight day on Friday.
Latest on Ward's Playing Status
Wednesday, Oct. 19
Ward believes he'll play on Sunday against the Bucs, per Matt Barrows of the Sacramento Bee, adding he's been working at nickel and cornerback this week.
Kelly Comments on Ward's Injury
Sunday, Sept. 25
Head coach Chip Kelly provided his update after the game, per the team's Twitter account:
San Francisco 49ers @49ersKelly on Jimmie Ward: Early indication is that he suffered a muscle injury. #SFvsSEA
49ers Need Ward Healthy for Playoff Push
The 25-year-old defensive back was initially selected as a safety in the first round of the 2014 draft. After struggling to see the field during his rookie season, he made a much bigger impact in his second year. The versatile player finished the year starting eight games, totaling 54 tackles to go with one interception that was returned for a touchdown.
Ward took on an even bigger role in 2016, as he completed his transition to cornerback and became a starter opposite Tramaine Brock.
Despite standing at just 5'11", 193 pounds, Ward has developed a reputation of being a hard hitter and a big help against the run. This helped him tally 12 tackles in his first two games to go with two pass deflections.
With Marcus Cromartie already injured, the 49ers could have problems with depth at cornerback. Chris Davis, Dontae Johnson and Rashard Robinson will likely see increased playing time as long as Ward is on the sidelines.
