49ers' Kyle Juszczyk hyperextended knee, could miss 'a couple of weeks'; MRI today
Initial tests showed 49ers offensive weapon Kyle Juszczyk hyperextended his knee and could miss a couple of weeks, though he'll undergo an MRI today to confirm
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49ers offensive weapon Kyle Juszczyk hyperextended his knee and could miss "a couple of weeks," per a source, though initial tests will be confirmed by an MRI today. The versatile fullback was hurt during Sunday's win over the Broncos.
Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter): Initial tests showed that 49ers offensive weapon Kyle Jusczyk hyperextended his knee and could miss “a couple of weeks”, per source. But he will undergo an MRI today to confirm if the initial tests are accurate.
Juszczyk is a central piece of San Francisco's offense, serving as a lead blocker, pass catcher and occasional ball carrier whose role rarely shows up in the box score but matters in the run game. Losing him for a couple of weeks would test the 49ers' depth at the position.
The MRI will determine whether the initial diagnosis holds or whether the injury is more serious. San Francisco, now 4-0, will hope for the best as it looks to keep its undefeated start rolling. The 49ers have leaned on Juszczyk's versatility in key spots, and his absence would force adjustments in how they deploy their backfield and short-yardage packages.