The good news is the 49ers have several players in the rotation, and any one of them can start opposite defensive end Samson Ebukam, who will take Bosa's place on the right side. Ebukam has produced 3.5 sacks on the season, second to Bosa's six.
Charles Omenihu is coming along well, and against the Panthers, he found himself in the backfield, sacking quarterback Baker Mayfield. Omenihu has two sacks this season, tied with the 49ers' second-round draft pick, Drake Jackson. Jackson is the 49ers' prototypical Leo defensive end. He's young, and a bit raw, but this opportunity could be great for the young edge rusher who is second place in sacks amongst rookies behind first-round pick Aidan Hutchinson from the Detroit Lions.
Last but not least is Kemoko Turay. He was added to the team before the draft, released during the 53-man roster cuts at the end of August, and signed to the 49ers practice squad. Turay is another speed edge rusher who is very disruptive in the pass and tackles well.
While Bosa practiced today and was officially listed as "questionable" to play on Sunday. It may not be wise to rush him back so soon from his groin injury. The defense is fully equipped and proved they can get home without the mighty small bear. The defensive line recorded five sacks against the Panthers without Bosa nursing his injury on the sideline. Perhaps Bosa will rest up and prepare for the next opponent, the Kansas City Cheifs, at home.
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Wayne "Breezie" Brown
Wayne Breezie is a 49ers content creator. He had his first guest appearance on Ronbosports in 2012. He began writing for a Facebook group called the League of the 49ers. Next, he began writing for Nothing But Niners in 2017. In 2018, Wayne Breezie made his debut on YouTube’s Nothing But Niners show. In 2019, he started his podcast called Nitty Gritty Niners. After putting the pen down for several years, Breezie saw an opportunity to write for 49erscap.com. His first published article was in January of 2022 with 49ersCap, and he currently writes and produces weekly podcasts.
All articles by Wayne "Breezie" Brown
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