San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed Friday in a conference call that running back Jordan Mason avoided a major shoulder injury in the 49ers’ win over the Seahawks on Thursday night.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter on Friday morning reported Mason is dealing with an AC joint sprain in his shoulder. Shanahan said Mason is officially day-to-day with that sprain. He has a chance to suit up in Week 7 when the 49ers host the Kansas City Chiefs.
That wasn’t the only good news for the 49ers on the injury front. Rookie safety Malik Mustapha, who left Thursday’s game with an ankle injury, is only dealing with a low ankle sprain. He’s day-to-day and could be ready to go after the mini-bye following the Thursday night game. Mustapha posted his first career interception in the first quarter against the Seahawks.
On the other hand, the 49ers may be in search of another kicker.
Matthew Wright was signed to replace Jake Moody after Moody suffered a high ankle sprain in Week 5. On the final kick return of the game Thursday night, Wright was forced to step up and make a tackle. He dislocated his shoulder briefly. The team is still awaiting test results before determining whether he’ll be available in Week 7.
If Wright can’t go in Week 7, the 49ers will need to sign another kicker.
