San Francisco 49ers running back Isaac Guerendo plans to play Thursday night against Los Angeles Rams despite spraining his foot, sources tell ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Guerendo, whose condition is questionable, insists he “feels fine,” sources say.
The 49ers (6-7) also play defense Nick Bosa (left hip, oblique) and defender Dre Greenlaw (Achilles) listed as questionable for an NFC West matchup they will likely need to win to get back into the playoff hunt. The Niners ruled out left tackle Trent Williams (left ankle), safety Malik Mustafa (chest, shoulder) and guard Ben Bartch (ankle sprain) on Wednesday.
Guerendo took over the starting running back job after an injury Christian McCaffrey, Elijah Mitchell AND Jordan Mason. He rushed for 78 yards and two touchdowns and had two receptions for 50 yards against Liverpool on Sunday. Chicago Bears before leaving with a foot injury.
The newcomer did not train on Monday or Tuesday, but was promoted to the player quota during Wednesday’s training.
If Guerendo was limited, Patrick Taylor Jr. he would be next in line for off-field work back on the practice squad Ke’Shawn Vaughn and recently added Israel Abanikanda also available as options.
Before leaving against the Bears, Guerendo made a name for himself in the 49ers’ record books with his successful debut. He became the fourth player in franchise history to rush for over 100 yards and at least two touchdowns in his first start, joining Carlos Hyde (2015), Earl Cooper (1980) and Hugh McElhenny (1952).
This report uses information provided by ESPN’s Nick Wagoner.
