What happened: The San Francisco 49ers announced Wednesday that they have opened the practice window for defensive lineman C.J. West. West has been on the injured reserve list after appearing in two games earlier this season.
Why it matters: His return bolsters depth along the defensive front as San Francisco pushes through the second half of the regular season. The 49ers currently lead the NFC with a 7-1 record following a 38-17 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders.
By the numbers: In 2026 through 2 games, West has made 5 tackles. Selected 113th overall in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, he joins a defense supporting a 7-1 roster.
What to watch: San Francisco now has a 21-day window to activate West to the 53-man active roster or keep him on injured reserve for the remainder of the season.