The San Francisco 49ers added Eric Kendricks to the practice squad, and it wouldn’t be a surprise if he ended up being the starting MIKE linebacker in the playoffs. Tatum Bethune has been incredible relative to expectations, but this coaching staff has relied heavily on experience. It wouldn’t be surprising to see both players contribute in some capacity.

Fred Warner, who sustained a dislocated ankle on October 12, was expected to miss the rest of the 2025 season, including the playoffs. According to 49ers general manager John Lynch, there’s an outside chance the Niners won’t need Kendricks or Bethune:

“Well, medically, no, I mean, the docs say it’s probably on the wrong side of the range that they would suggest. But even the docs with Fred say, ‘You know what, let him rehab as if he’s c

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