49ers Elevate LB Eric Kendricks, Strategize for Wild Card Showdown

The San Francisco 49ers have made significant roster adjustments as they prepare for their upcoming Wild Card showdown. The team has elevated linebacker Eric Kendricks from the practice squad to the active roster, reflecting their strategy to solidify their defensive lineup.

Key Roster Changes

To accommodate Kendricks’ promotion, the 49ers placed linebacker Tatum Bethune on the Injured Reserve List. Additionally, the team has signed linebacker Kyzir White to the practice squad. They have also opened the practice window for wide receiver Jacob Cowing, who has been on the Injured Reserve List, and signed linebacker Milo Eifler to a Reserve/Future contract.

Eric Kendricks: A Veteran’s Impact

• Age: 33 years old
• Height: 6 feet 0 inches
• Weight: 232 pounds
• NFL Debut: 2015
• Teams: Minnesota Vikings, Los Angeles Chargers, Dallas Cowboys, San Francisco 49ers
• Career Stats:
  • Games Played: 150
  • Starts: 143
  • Tackles: 1,180
  • Sacks: 21.5
  • Interceptions: 11
  • Forced Fumbles: 8

Kendricks was originally selected in the second round of the 2015 NFL Draft by the Minnesota Vikings. Over his 11-year career, he has established himself as a reliable linebacker, tallying impressive statistics and showing strong performance in both regular season and postseason games.

Tatum Bethune’s Injury Update

Linebacker Tatum Bethune has contributed significantly this season, with 91 tackles and a sack across 14 games. His placement on the Injured Reserve List will likely be a setback for the team as they head into the playoffs.

Kyzir White Joins the Practice Squad

• Age: 29 years old
• Height: 6 feet 2 inches
• Weight: 234 pounds
• NFL Debut: 2018
• Career Stats:
  • Games Played: 93
  • Starts: 73
  • Tackles: 617
  • Sacks: 7.5
  • Interceptions: 6

White, drafted in 2018, brings additional depth to the linebacker position. His versatility will be an asset as the 49ers seek to enhance their defensive strategies.

Milo Eifler’s Future with the Team

Milo Eifler, a young linebacker with a background at the University of Illinois, was added to the practice squad. Although he has appeared in just 17 games so far, Eifler can provide depth and fresh energy to the team’s linebacker corps.

As the 49ers prepare for the postseason, these roster changes reflect their commitment to building a competitive team. With seasoned veterans and promising newcomers, they aim for success in the Wild Card round.