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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: Expected back during training camp

    Hufanga (knee) is expected to return to the mix "sometime in training camp," according to coach Kyle Shanahan, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports. Hufanga tore his ACL during Week 11 action last season, so look for the safety to work his way back gradually once he resumes on-field activities. Prior to sustaining his injury, the 2021 fifth-rounder had recorded 52 tackles and three picks in 10 regular-season contests. Once Hufanga is fully recovered, he'll have an opportunity to reclaim his role as the 49ers' starting strong safety.
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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: Placed on IR

    Hufanga (knee) was placed on the injured reserve list by the 49ers on Tuesday. Hufanga suffered a torn ACL in Sunday's 27-14 win over the Buccaneers, so the move to IR comes as no surprise. The talented safety will now shift his focus to a return during the 2024 campaign, and in the meantime, Ji'Ayir Brown will take over in San Francisco's secondary.
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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: Initial diagnosis confirmed

    San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed Monday that Hufanga suffered a season-ending ACL tear to his right knee in Sunday's 27-14 win over the Buccaneers, Josh Dubow of the Associated Press reports. Shanahan had already said after the game Sunday that Hufanga had likely suffered a torn ACL, and follow-up tests on the safety's knee quickly confirmed as much. The loss of Hufanga is a devastating one for the San Francisco defense, as the 23-year-old has emerged as one of the NFL's premier safeties in his third season in the league. Over 10 appearances this season, Hufanga tallied 52 tackles and three interceptions.
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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: Carted off, done for day

    Hufanga (knee) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Lindsey Pallares of the 49ers' official site reports. Hufanga suffered a knee injury and was carted off the field in the third quarter, bringing his day to an end. In his absence, George Odum will be thrust into a significant role in San Francisco's secondary.
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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: Gets interception at Jacksonville

    Hufanga recorded eight tackles (five solo) and an interception in Sunday's 34-3 win at the Jaguars. In the middle of the third quarter, Hufanga was in the right place at the right time for his third pick of the year after Tank Bigsby tipped up an errant third-down pass. Hufanga also tallied seven-plus tackles for the fourth time in as many games in Week 10. He's a noteworthy blip on the IDP radar heading into a Week 11 matchup versus the Buccaneers.
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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: Season-high tackles in win

    Hufanga had 10 tackles (eight solo) in Sunday's 31-17 loss to the Bengals. Hufanga was in a three-way tie for most tackles on the day with Isaiah Oliver and Fred Warner. It was the first time Hufanga reached double-digit tackles this year and was the first time he's done so since Week 1 of the 2022 season. He's played in 100 percent of the team's defensive snaps in each of the last three games.
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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: Records pick in season opener

    Hufanga notched five solo tackles, an interception and a pass defended in a 30-7 win over the Steelers on Sunday. Hufanga's pick came early in the fourth quarter and ultimately led to the game's final score, a field goal that made it 30-7. Next up for the USC product and San Francisco is the Rams on Sunday.
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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: Dealing with personal matter

    Hufanga, who has also been dealing with a knee injury, did not practice Thursday due to a personal matter, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports. The update does little to provide any clarity regarding Hufanga's status for Sunday's game at Pittsburgh, which is up in the air. Whether or not he's able to practice in full Friday should help provide a clearer picture of his Week 1 health.
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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: Breakout year at safety

    Hufanga finished the 2022 season with 97 tackles (66 solo), four interceptions, two sacks and two forced fumbles across 17 regular-season games. Hufanga also scored a touchdown on one of his interceptions, rounding out a breakout year at safety. The 2021 fifth-round pick remains on his rookie contract through the 2024 season, but he will likely command some sort of extension before then if he can reproduce the results we saw this year. Hufanga will begin next season as the 49ers' starting strong safety, putting him in position to post strong IDP numbers.
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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: Nine stops in Week 17

    Hufanga notched nine tackles (four solo) during Sunday's 37-34 win over the Raiders. Hufanga's nine tackles were good for second on the team behind Fred Warner and tied his second-highest mark of the season. In his first full season as a starter, the second-year safety has totaled 93 stops, nine pass defenses, four interceptions, two sacks, two forced fumbles and one defensive touchdown.
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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: Listed as questionable for Sunday

    Hufanga (concussion) is considered questionable for Sunday's game against Kansas City, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports. Hufanga entered concussion protocol Monday after taking a hit to the head in a Week 6 loss against Atlanta. He missed the first two practices this week but was able to return in a limited fashion Friday. Should Hufanga not be able to clear the protocol, Tarvarius Moore could be in line to replace him in the lineup.
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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: Enters concussion protocol

    Initially cleared to return after suffering a blow to the head during Sunday's loss at Atlanta, Hufanga entered concussion protocol Monday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports. Per coach Kyle Shanahan, Hufanga did not display concussion symptoms until entering the 49ers' facilities Monday. If the sophomore safety is forced to miss Week 7 versus Kansas City, George Odum would likely be in line for the majority of the fill-in reps.
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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: First sack of 2022

    Hufanga recorded five tackles (two solo), one sack and one pass breakup during Sunday's 37-15 win over the Panthers. Hufanga's totaled 30 tackles, two interceptions and five pass breakups through his five contests of 2022. This is already a drastic increase from his 2021 campaign, where he compiled 32 tackles, zero interceptions and two pass breakups through 15 games. The 22-year-old is on pace for 100 plus tackles this season if he remains healthy.
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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: Competing for starting safety job

    Hufanga is one of several options who could start at strong safety alongside 49ers' veteran free safety, Jimmie Ward, this season. The hard-hitting Hufanga impressed the coaching staff with his physical style of play last year, posting 32 tackles primarily as a special-teams contributor. The 2021 fifth-round pick isn't the best coverage safety at this point of his career, so he will likely come off the field in some situations even if he wins the job. From an IDP standpoint, Hufanga would have to be an every-down starter to gain serious IDP consideration this season.
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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: Considered questionable

    Hufanga (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's wild-card matchup with the Cowboys. Hufanga was a limited participant at practice all week and is looking like a true game-time decision. Jarrod Wilson would be the only depth available at safety should Hufanga ultimately be unable to go.
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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: Should return Sunday

    Hufanga (knee) logged a full practice Friday and has no injury designation for Sunday against the Rams, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports. Hufanga hasn't played since Week 15 against the Falcons when he suffered the injury. His return Sunday against the Rams would be a huge boost to the depth of the 49ers' secondary, especially if Jaquiski Tartt (shoulder) is unable to play.
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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: Ruled out for Thursday night

    Hufanga (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday night's contest against the Titans, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports. Hufanga suffered a knee sprain during Sunday's win over Atlanta and won't be available for Thursday Night Football after the quick turnaround. The 49ers currently only have two safeties -- Jaquiski Tartt and Jimmie Ward -- healthy for their matchup with the Titans.
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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: Ruled out Sunday

    Hufanga (knee) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Falcons, according to Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area. The loss of Hufanga will hurt the 49ers' depth on defense, which probably means Jarrod Wilson will see most of Hufanga's snaps. The extent of the injury has not been revealed, and it remains to be seen whether the former USC standout will recover in time to face the Titans on Dec. 23.
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  • 49ers' Talanoa Hufanga: Expected to draw start

    Hufanga is expected to start at strong safety in place off Jaquiski Tartt (knee) on Sunday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports. Tartt was placed on injured reserve Saturday, so Hufanga will likely draw starts at strong safety during his absence. The 22-year-old played a season-high 31 snaps against the Colts in Week 7 and registered two tackles. The rookie will get his first extended work of his NFL career Sunday.
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