49ers Defensive Line Crisis Deepens | San Francisco 49ers News

The 49ers face a brutal early-season shakeup as rookie DT Alfred Collins tears his patellar tendon, sidelining him for the entire season—just days before their opener against the Rams. Backup DL Sam Okuayinonu’s foot injury adds to the defensive line woes, forcing the team to elevate veteran Ogbo Okoronkwo and wideout KhaDarel Hodge from the practice squad. Okoronkwo brings proven sack power to fill the void left by recovering star Nick Bosa and sidelined first-rounder Mykel Williams. On offense, Hodge’s eight seasons of experience could be crucial as other receivers deal with minor injuries. The 49ers are scrambling—but they’re not backing down. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/677f974ef9643115