D.J. Reed – Hot News – Injury
CB D.J. Reed Jr. (strained heel, bruised chest) was injured in the Week 12 loss at Tampa Bay and already has been ruled out of the Week 13 game at Seattle.
Jaquiski Tartt – Important – Injury
S Jaquiski Tartt (strained shoulder) was in on 65 of 72 defensive snaps in the Week 12 loss at Tampa Bay before taking a blow on his previously injured shoulder late in the game. He wore a no-contact jersey at practice Wednesday, but would have to be listed as probable for the Week 13 trip to Seattle.
Joshua Garnett – Important – Injury
G Joshua Garnett (thumb surgery) returned to practice Wednesday on a limited basis, opening the door for a possible return to game action in Week 13 against Seattle. The former first-round pick has not played since Week 10 against the New York Giants.
Malcolm Smith – Important – Injury
OLB Malcolm Smith (strained Achilles) played through the pain for 26 defensive snaps in the Week 12 loss at Tampa Bay before sitting out the second half. He practiced on a limited basis Wednesday and likely will be able to play in the Week 13 game at Seattle.
Marquise Goodwin – Important
WR Marquise Goodwin remained away from the team Wednesday to tend to private matters. He returned home from Florida after the team arrived on Friday and missed the Week 12 loss to the Buccaneers. 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said Wednesday he has no idea if his top wideout will be available for the Week 13 game at Seattle.
Pierre Garcon – Important – Injury
WR Pierre Garcon (bruised knee, strained shoulder) practiced on a limited basis on Wednesday in his quest to play for the first time since Week 9 against the Oakland Raiders. He had a similar start to his practice regimen last week before not suiting up for the loss at Tampa Bay.