What happened: Head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed the injury ahead of the season opener. [Associated Press](https://www.sfchronicle.com/sports/article/49ers-dt-alfred-collins-is-out-for-the-season-22423218.php)
NFL·INJURY·September 9, 2026 07:15 AM ET
49ers lose Alfred Collins for season
He tore his patellar tendon in practice.
Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 91 min read
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