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49ers’ Nick Bosa reveals return timeline amid calf injury recovery

The 49ers could get Nick Bosa back soon. The star pass rusher believes he could return in Week 6 against the Commanders or Week 7 against the Falcons.

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 9:46 PM
49ers’ Nick Bosa reveals return timeline amid calf injury recovery
Key Things to Know
  • Nick Bosa expects to return from a calf injury in Week 6 or Week 7.
  • Bosa will miss Sunday's game against the Seattle Seahawks, marking his third consecutive absence.
  • Head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed Bosa is getting better each week ahead of the bye week.
The Story in 60 Seconds

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa expects to return soon from a calf injury sustained on September 24. While he is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Seattle Seahawks, Bosa believes he could play as early as Week 6 against the Washington Commanders or Week 7 against the Atlanta Falcons.

Head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed that Bosa is improving weekly and hopes to see him back before the bye week. Meanwhile, the 49ers will activate second-year defensive lineman Mykel Williams from the physically unable to perform list ahead of the Seahawks matchup.

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