The San Francisco 49ers have been hit hard by the injury bug in recent weeks, and the latest casualties are running back Christian McCaffrey and rookie Jordan Mason. Both players were placed on injured reserve on Tuesday, joining a growing list of 49ers players who are currently sidelined.
## Christian McCaffrey’s Latest Setback
McCaffrey, who was acquired by the 49ers in a trade with the Carolina Panthers in October, has been battling a calf injury since Week 12. He missed the 49ers’ Week 13 game against the Miami Dolphins and aggravated the injury in the team’s Week 14 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
## Jordan Mason’s Rookie Season Cut Short
Mason, who was drafted by the 49ers in the fourth round of the 2022 NFL Draft, has also been placed on injured reserve with a high ankle sprain. Mason has been a valuable contributor to the 49ers’ running game this season, rushing for 394 yards and three touchdowns in 10 games.
### Other 49ers Injuries
In addition to McCaffrey and Mason, the 49ers have also placed the following players on injured reserve this season:
- Elijah Mitchell (knee)
- Trey Sermon (ankle)
- Emmanuel Moseley (knee)
- Arik Armstead (foot)
- Javon Kinlaw (knee)
The 49ers’ injury situation is a major concern for the team as they prepare for the playoffs. The 49ers are currently 9-4 and in first place in the NFC West, but they will need to be healthy in order to make a deep playoff run.
## Conclusion
The 49ers’ injury bug is a major concern for the team as they prepare for the playoffs. The 49ers have a talented roster, but they will need to be healthy in order to make a deep playoff run.
The 49ers will need to win all three of their remaining games to secure the NFC West title and a first-round bye in the playoffs. The 49ers will also need to get healthy in order to make a deep playoff run.
