49ers' Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles: Unavailable for Week 13
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Flannigan-Fowles (knee) is inactive for Sunday night's contest against the Bills, Lindsey Pallares of the 49ers' official website reports.
Flannigan-Fowles suffered a knee injury in Week 12 versus the Packers and he'll now be forced to miss at least one contest as a result. In his absence, Dee Winters stands to see an increase in workload at strong-side linebacker versus Buffalo.
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49ers' Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles: Iffy to suit up in Week 13
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Flannigan-Fowles is questionable to play Sunday against the Bills due to a knee injury, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Flannigan-Fowles hurt his knee in the third quarter of Sunday's loss to Green Bay and was unable to return to the contest. He missed San Francisco's first two practices of the week but was able to log a limited session Friday, giving himself a chance to suit up against Buffalo. If Flannigan-Fowles is unable to suit up, Dee Winters could see increased defensive snaps.
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49ers' Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles: Logs full practice Wednesday
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Flannigan-Fowles (calf) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.
Flannigan-Fowles' participation Wednesday follows him being seen on the practice field during Monday's bonus session. The linebacker hasn't played since Week 4, but he appears to have a good chance of returning to action Sunday versus Kansas City. If Flannigan-Fowles does return Sunday, Dee Winters could see fewer defensive snaps.
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49ers' Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles: Back at practice
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Flannigan-Fowles (calf) was spotted practicing Monday, David Lombardi of The San Francisco Standard reports.
Flannigan-Fowles had missed the 49ers' last two games due to a calf injury, but Monday's return to practice indicates he could almost be past the issue. Once the Arizona product has returned to full health, he is expected to serve as San Francisco's top strong-side linebacker.
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49ers' Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles: Ruled out for Week 6
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Flannigan-Fowles (calf) has been ruled out ahead of Thursday night's matchup against the Seahawks, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
The 28-year-old linebacker is now in line to miss his second consecutive game due to a calf injury. While Flannigan-Fowles remains sidelined, expect Dee Winters to see increased work with San Francisco's first-team defense.
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49ers' Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles: Likely to remain out
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Flannigan-Fowles (calf) is unlikely to play Thursday against the Seahawks, Lindsey Pallares of the 49ers' official site reports.
Flannigan-Fowles missed the team's Week 5 loss to the Cardinals, and with the 49ers on a short week, the Arizona product isn't expected to recover in time for Thursday's game against the Seahawks. Assuming he does remain out, Dee Winters will likely be tasked with an increased workload in the divisional matchup.
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49ers' Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles: Won't play Sunday
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Flannigan-Fowles (calf) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Cardinals, David Lombardi of The San Francisco Standard reports.
Flannigan-Fowles downgraded from a limited practice Wednesday to a DNP on Thursday, so it's no surprise that the 28-year-old won't suit up Sunday. With Flannigan-Fowles sidelined, expect Dee Winters to see additional reps with San Francisco's first-team defense.
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49ers' Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles: Won't suit up
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Flannigan-Fowles (ankle) is inactive Sunday against the Jaguars.
Flannigan-Fowels still appears to be dealing with an ankle injury originally suffered in Week 7 against the Vikings. His absence will have a greater impact on San Francisco's special-teams unit than on defense.
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49ers' Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles: Done for night
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Flannigan-Fowles (ankle) has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game versus Minnesota, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Flannigan-Fowles suffered an ankle injury in the second half of the game and will now remain sidelined until the conclusion. In his absence, Dee Winters could see a slight increase in usage at outside linebacker.
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49ers' Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles: Leaves with injury
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Flannigan-Fowles (neck) has exited Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Lindsey Pallares of the 49ers' official site reports.
Flannigan-Fowles headed to the locker room after a visit to the team's medical tent. The 26-year-old primarily contributes on special teams, so his absence shouldn't impact the defense. However, it will still thin the depth at linebacker.
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49ers' Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles: Sticks with San Francisco
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Flannigan-Fowles signed a one-year extension with the 49ers on Friday.
Flannigan-Fowles appeared in all 17 regular season games (two starts) and all three playoff contests for the 49ers in 2021. The second-year linebacker played 154 defensive snaps and totaled 29 tackles (13 solo).
Flannigan-Fowles (knee) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the Rams.
Flannigan-Fowles went down with a knee injury during the first half of Sunday's matchup and didn't record any defensive stats prior to his departure. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available if the 49ers advance to the Super Bowl.
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49ers' Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles: Will start Week 8
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Flannigan-Fowles will get the nod at linebacker against the Bears on Sunday with Azeez Al-Shaair out with a concussion, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
The 25-year-old linebacker has registered five tackles through six games this season, but he will get his first extended work of the 2021 campaign Sunday. Tyrell Adams will likely operate as the backup for all three linebacker spots on San Francisco's defense.
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49ers' Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles: Clean bill of health
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Flannigan-Fowles (concussion) wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report.
Flannigan-Fowles will be ready for Sunday's season opener against the Lions. The 25-year-old linebacker will make most of his impact on special teams barring an injury to a starter.
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49ers' Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles: Clear of injury
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Flannigan-Fowles (hamstring) was not listed on San Francisco's injury report Thursday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Flannigan-Fowles has been unable to suit up since Week 8 because of a lingering hamstring issue, but it looks like he is healthy enough to make his return to the lineup Week 13 against the Bills. There's no guarantee the 24-year-old will be active, however, as he's predominantly filled a special-teams role this season, fielding 84.9 percent of his overall snaps in that department.
