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Updates on 11 players on injured lists for 49ers

Dec 4, 2022; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) during the game against the Miami Dolphins at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 4, 2022; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) during the game against the Miami Dolphins at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports

Injuries have hovered over the entire San Francisco 49ers' 2024 season.

It began in training camp when the injury issues stacked up to the point the club had to cancel joint practices with the New Orleans Saints. Then during the preseason they had a couple of key players banged up, and the trend continued into the regular season with several players dealing with varying degrees of injury issues.

With wide receiver Ricky Pearsall having his practice window opened Monday, we thought it would be a good time to run through where things stand for the 49ers on Injured Reserve, the Physically Unable to Perform list, and the Non-Football Injury list.

WR Ricky Pearsall, NFI

May 10, 2024; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall (14) runs drills during the 49ers rookie minicamp at LeviÕs Stadium in Santa Clara, CA. Mandatory Credit: Robert Kupbens-USA TODAY Sports
May 10, 2024; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall (14) runs drills during the 49ers rookie minicamp at LeviÕs Stadium in Santa Clara, CA. Mandatory Credit: Robert Kupbens-USA TODAY Sports

InjuryPearsall was shot through the chest during an attempted robbery the week before the regular season began.

Will he return?Yes. The 49ers opened his 21-day practice window Monday heading into Week 7, which is an indication they anticipate him getting back onto the field within that three-week timeframe. How much he contributes remains to be seen, but overall it's a good sign that he's practicing.

LB Dre Greenlaw, PUP

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 20: Dre Greenlaw #57 of the San Francisco 49ers intercepts a pass during the fourth quarter against the Green Bay Packers in the NFC Divisional Playoffs at Levi's Stadium on January 20, 2024 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)
SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 20: Dre Greenlaw #57 of the San Francisco 49ers intercepts a pass during the fourth quarter against the Green Bay Packers in the NFC Divisional Playoffs at Levi's Stadium on January 20, 2024 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

InjuryAn Achilles tear took Greenlaw down in the Super Bowl.

Will he return?It's unclear whether the 49ers' star linebacker will be back in action this season. There's optimism that he'll be able to suit up in 2024, although it wouldn't likely be until late in the year. Greenlaw can have his practice window opened at any point now that he's cleared the four-week mark.

DE Drake Jackson, PUP

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 30: Drake Jackson #95 of the San Francisco 49ers warms up before the game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on October 30, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 30: Drake Jackson #95 of the San Francisco 49ers warms up before the game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on October 30, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

InjuryPatellar tendon surgery last offseason was supposed to have Jackson ready for training camp this year. He suffered a setback though and was placed on PUP before returning for camp.

Will he return?He's not eligible to return this season.

OL Jon Feliciano, IR

Dec 10, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers guard Jon Feliciano (55) blocks against the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 10, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers guard Jon Feliciano (55) blocks against the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

InjuryFeliciano had knee surgery after dealing with a knee issue throughout the first part of training camp.

Will he return?There's a chance he comes back. Head coach Kyle Shanahan indicated when Feliciano went down that he'd be out about half the season. He's eligible to return now.

DL Yetur Gross-Matos, IR

Aug 10, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Yetur Gross-Matos (94) down in his stance against the Tennessee Titans during the first half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 10, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Yetur Gross-Matos (94) down in his stance against the Tennessee Titans during the first half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-USA TODAY Sports

InjuryGross-Matos sustained a knee sprain in the preseason finale and was in and out of the lineup before going on IR after Week 4.

Will he return?The 49ers expect Gross-Matos to return this year. The earliest he can return is in Week 9, which is San Francisco's bye week.

DL Javon Hargrave, IR

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 22: Javon Hargrave #98 of the San Francisco 49ers sacks quarterback Matthew Stafford #9 of the Los Angeles Rams during the first half at SoFi Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 22: Javon Hargrave #98 of the San Francisco 49ers sacks quarterback Matthew Stafford #9 of the Los Angeles Rams during the first half at SoFi Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

InjuryHargrave suffered a partially torn triceps in Week 3 that required surgery.

Will he return?There's an outside chance he could come back if the team makes a deep playoff run, but for all intents and purposes his season is over.

SS Talanoa Hufanga, IR

Oct 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers safety Talanoa Hufanga (29) with grass in his helmet after a play against the Arizona Cardinals during the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images
Oct 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers safety Talanoa Hufanga (29) with grass in his helmet after a play against the Arizona Cardinals during the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

InjuryTorn wrist ligaments landed Hufanga on IR just three weeks into his return from an ACL tear.

Will he return?Hufanga is expected to come back in 2024. Week 10 is the earliest he's eligible to get back on the field.

RB Christian McCaffrey, IR

Feb 11, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) runs with the ball against Kansas City Chiefs safety Mike Edwards (21) during overtime of Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 11, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) runs with the ball against Kansas City Chiefs safety Mike Edwards (21) during overtime of Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

InjuryBi-lateral Achilles tendinitis has plagued McCaffrey since Week 17 of last season and cost him virtually all of training camp.

Will he return?Supposedly! The 49ers haven't given any timetable for his return, but he's ramping up his rehab and it wouldn't be a surprise if the club is eyeing some time after the bye.

RB Elijah Mitchell, IR

Sep 21, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell (25) reacts after rushing for a first down against the New York Giants in the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 21, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell (25) reacts after rushing for a first down against the New York Giants in the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

InjuryMitchell suffered a severe hamstring injury during training camp.

Will he return?Since he went on IR before final cuts with no return designation, Mitchell won't be back this season. He may also have played his last snap for the 49ers with free agency looming.

LB Curtis Robinson, IR

Aug 25, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Curtis Robinson (59) during the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 25, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Curtis Robinson (59) during the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports

InjuryRobinson tore his ACL in practice leading up to Week 4.

Will he return?He won't be back this year.

CB Ambry Thomas, IR

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 30: Ambry Thomas #20 of the San Francisco 49ers looks on during the game against the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship Game at SoFi Stadium on January 30, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 30: Ambry Thomas #20 of the San Francisco 49ers looks on during the game against the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship Game at SoFi Stadium on January 30, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

InjuryThomas fractured his forearm in the 49ers' preseason opener vs. the Tennessee Titans.

Will he return?It's not entirely clear what the plan is for Thomas. He made the initial 53-man roster before being placed on IR. He's eligible to return any time, but there doesn't appear to be a path to the roster for him as long as the 49ers are healthy in the secondary.

This article originally appeared on Niners Wire: Updates on 11 players on injured lists for 49ers