SANTA CLARA — Undrafted rookie center Drake Nugent likely is to make his NFL debut on “Monday Night Football.”
The 49ers elevated the former Stanford standout to be in uniform for when San Francisco faces the Detroit Lions at Levi’s Stadium.
The 49ers on Monday placed guard Aaron Banks on injured reserve and activated rookie linebacker Tatum Bethune off of it.
Bethune, a seventh-round draft pick from Florida State, was sidelined for the 49ers’ past five games after sustaining a sprained knee in the Week 11 loss to the Seattle Seahawks.
The 49ers also elevated defensive lineman Alex Barrett from the practice squad.
Nugent will be in uniform for the first time on Monday after the 49ers experienced a rash of injuries along the offensive line.
Banks (knee), offensive tackles Trent Williams (ankle) and Jaylon Moore (calf) were placed on injured reserve within the last week.
The 49ers also ruled out offensive lineman Spencer Burford (calf) and right tackle Colton McKivitz (knee) is listed as questionable to play against the Lions.
San Francisco recently signed offensive linemen Austen Pleasants, Charlie Heck and Matt Hennessy to the active roster.
Nugent appeared in 42 games with 39 starts over five seasons at Stanford (2019-22) and Michigan (2023) before the 49ers signed him as an undrafted rookie.
In his final season of college football, Nugent was an All-Big Ten selection and helped the Wolverines win a national championship.
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The San Francisco 49ers are making some strategic roster moves to reinforce their trenches ahead of their upcoming matchup against the Detroit Lions. With injuries and uncertainties plaguing the team, the 49ers are taking proactive steps to bolster their offensive and defensive lines.
The 49ers have made some key signings and activations to address their depth and strength in the trenches. With a focus on protecting their quarterback and creating openings for their running game, these roster moves could prove crucial in their upcoming game against the Lions.
Stay tuned for more updates on how these roster moves will impact the 49ers’ performance in their matchup against the Lions. Let’s see if these reinforcements make a difference in the trenches for the 49ers as they aim for victory on game day. #49ers #NFL #RosterMoves #Trenches #Lions #NBCSportsBayAreaCalifornia
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