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The 49ers have opened Christian Kirk’s practice window

The San Francisco 49ers made key roster moves ahead of their upcoming matchup, promoting linebacker Ogbo Okoronkwo to the active roster and signing undrafted free agent Eugene Asante to the practice squad. Asante, who ran a 4.48-second 40-yard dash and had a 10-yard split in the 96th percentile, is expected to cover kicks and may see action on Monday Night Football due to suspensions and injuries among the team’s usual starters.

Meanwhile, wide receiver Christian Kirk, sidelined since training camp due to a calf injury, is set to return to practice after a three-and-a-half-month absence. Coach Kyle Shanahan noted Kirk’s progress, calling his recent workouts “real good” and “awesome,” though the team will likely ease him back into game action before their bye week to ensure he’s fully ready for the stretch run.

Injuries also loom for key players, including wide receiver Mike Evans, who is dealing with Achilles soreness and rib issues, and edge rusher Nick Bosa, whose availability for Monday’s game remains uncertain despite Shanahan’s optimism about his long-term recovery. Other notable absences include Deebo Samuel (hamstring), Garret Wallow (hamstring), and James Thompson (ankle), while De’Zhaun Stribling remains far from a return and Demarcus Robinson’s timeline hinges on a potential comeback before the bye.

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