San Francisco 49ers running back Jordan James is expected to miss time in training camp after suffering a fractured rib, according to the team’s coach. What made the injury stand out was that it did not come in a fully padded practice setting.
The injury was caused by one of James’ own teammates, the coach confirmed. Based on the early details available, the play happened before pads were on, making the setback an unusual one for this stage of camp.
For the 49ers, the news adds an early injury concern as the team works through preseason preparations. Any missed practice time can be significant for a running back trying to stay involved in camp reps and the team’s overall rotation.
While the full timeline for James’ return was not detailed, the immediate focus will likely be on recovery and getting him back on the field when he is healthy enough to resume work. For now, San Francisco will move forward in camp without him.
