The 49ers activated linebacker Kwon Alexander from injured reserve Friday to make him eligible for the team’s playoff opener against the Vikings.
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers activated linebacker Kwon Alexander from injured reserve Friday to make him eligible for the team’s playoff opener against the Minnesota Vikings.
Alexander initially got injured on Oct. 31 when he tore his pectoral muscle in a win at Arizona. He was placed on injured reserve and wasn’t expected back this soon. Alexander managed to heal more quickly than anticipated and returned to practice last week and was cleared by doctors to play Saturday against the Vikings.
Alexander is a key part of San Francisco’s defence with his speed in coverage and the energy he brings to the unit. He had 34 tackles, four passes defenced, one interception, one forced fumble and a half-sack in eight games this season. The 49ers placed defensive lineman Kentavius Street on injured reserve with a knee injury to make room on the 53-man roster.
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