The bad news for the 49ers' pass defense: starting free safety Jimmie Ward sustained a broken finger in practice Wednesday and was sidelined Thursday, three days before the season opener at Tampa Bay. The good news for the 49ers' pass rush: defensive coordinator Robert Saleh said rookie Nick Bosa, the No. 2 pick, is expected to play against the Buccaneers after he sustained a high ankle sprain on Aug. 7.
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