The 49ers on Monday elevated two players from the practice squad for backup help where depth is needed.Wide receiver Malik Turner and linebacker Jalen Graham were elevated from the practice squad to be available for the 49ers’ game against the Washington Commanders on “Monday Night Football” at Levi’s Stadium.
San Francisco downgraded veteran wide receiver Christian Kirk to out.
The team opened Kirk’s practice window last week and coach Kyle Shanahan said on Saturday it was possible Kirk could suit up to play against Washington.
Kirk sustained a hamstring injury during the first practice of training camp in late-July. He remains on injured reserve.
Wide receiver Mike Evans, who did not practice last week due to ribs and Achilles conditions, is expected to play against the Commanders. He leads the team with 24 receptions for 326 yards and three touchdowns.
Turner will see action in his second game of the season. He did not play any snaps of offense but he played 17 snaps of special teams in the 49ers’ Week 4 victory over the Denver Broncos.
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