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NFL·INJURY·October 17, 2026 05:00 PM ET

49ers rule out Nick Bosa for Monday night; Mike Evans listed as questionable

5-0 San Francisco stays thin on the edge against Washington

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read
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Bosa ruled out and Mike Evans is questionable. Via @VicTafur on X

What happened: The 5-0 San Francisco 49ers ruled out defensive end Nick Bosa and listed wide receiver Mike Evans as questionable for Monday night's game against the Washington Commanders. Bosa did not practice Saturday and has been sidelined since late September with a calf injury. Evans also missed practice earlier in the week before drawing the questionable tag, though reporter David Lombardi noted he remains on track to play.

Why it matters: Bosa's continued absence after missing last Sunday's game at Seattle extends the strain on San Francisco's pass rush ahead of the NFL trade deadline. General manager John Lynch has already placed the undefeated 49ers in active mode on the trade market while holding a draft pick in every 2027 round.

By the numbers: San Francisco enters Monday night at 5-0. Bosa has been sidelined since late September, previously missing the Sept. 25 matchup against the Cardinals and the Oct. 9 game at Seattle.

What to watch: San Francisco will confirm Evans' active status 90 minutes before Monday night's kickoff against Washington.

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