The San Francisco 49ers held their first practice of Week 13 without a few key players, including defensive lineman Arik Armstead. Armstead is dealing with a foot issue, and it is unclear whether this injury is related to his foot problems from last season. As a result, his status for Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles is unknown. Additionally, running back Jordan Mason (hamstring), wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud (rib), and left tackle Trent Williams (veteran rest day) were also absent from practice.
If Mason is unable to play, second-year running back Ty Davis-Price may be active as his replacement. Rookie seventh-round pick Ronnie Bell could step in for McCloud as a punt and kick returner. On a positive note, right guard Spencer Burford participated in practice on a limited basis. He is recovering from a knee injury that kept him out of Week 12, and there is a good chance he will be able to suit up for Sunday's game.
As the 49ers prepare to face the Eagles, wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has moved on from comments he made in the offseason about Philadelphia's defense. Aiyuk previously suggested that the Chiefs would expose the Eagles' defense in the Super Bowl, but during a recent interview, he dismissed the topic as old news and gave credit to the play of Philadelphia's defensive backs in their recent game against the Buffalo Bills.
The main focus now is on the uncertain status of Arik Armstead and whether he will be able to play on Sunday.