49ers do best to keep NFC title winning roster intact

The San Francisco 49ers had two key players leave practice early Sunday with rookie receiver Brandon Aiyuk and edge rusher Dee Ford each suffering lower-body injuries. The first-round pick out of Arizona State had been one of the more impressive players early in camp and is being counted on to be a big contributor this season. The Niners have been hit hard by injuries at receiver already with starter Deebo Samuel sidelined all of training camp with a broken foot that could force him to miss time at the start of the season.

The bye weeks are over, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t upgrades available on the waiver wire. And for anyone looking to get a boost at the running back position, good news! There are a few options available, including a new starting running back and a pass-catching back that are sure to be