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NFL World Reacts To 49ers Announcement

San Francisco 49ers helmets sitting on the field prior to the start of a game against the Rams at Levi's Stadium.

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 03: A detailed view of helmets belonging to San Francisco 49ers players is seen sitting on the field prior to the start of the game against the Los Angeles Rams at Levi’s Stadium on October 03, 2022 in Santa Clara, California . (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

The San Francisco 49ers’ top two running backs are dealing with leg ailments heading into Sunday’s NFC Championship Game.

Christian McCaffrey (calf) and Elijah Mitchell (groin) will not practice on Thursday, head coach Kyle Shanahan announced. Wide receiver Deebo Samuel, who missed practice on Wednesday, will work on a limited basis.

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