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49ers | Chris Borland to IR Sun Dec 21, 07:27 AM
San Francisco 49ers LB Chris Borland (ankle) was placed on injured reserve prior to the team's game Saturday, Dec. 20, against the San Diego Chargers. LB Chase Thomas was promoted from the practice squad to fill the roster spot.
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49ers | Friday practice report for Week 16 Fri Dec 19, 05:05 PM
San Francisco 49ers LB Chris Borland (ankle), CB Tramaine Brock (hamstring) and WR Stevie Johnson (knee) all did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 19, and have been ruled out for Week 16. LB Ahmad Brooks (thumb) and OT Anthony Davis (concussion) both were limited in practice and are questionable. CB Perrish Cox (ankle), CB Chris Culliver (knee), DT Quinton Dial (knee), DE Tony Jerod-Eddie (foot), OT Jonathan Martin (illness), C Marcus Martin (knee), LS Kyle Nelson (back) and DE Justin Smith (back) all fully practiced and are probable. S Ray Ventrone (groin) and LB Michael Wilhoite (hip) both were limited in practice and are questionable.
Link to storyJustin Smith player page
Ahmad Brooks player page
Steve Johnson player page
Perrish Cox player page
Tramaine Brock player page
Chris Culliver player page
Tony Jerod-Eddie player page
Michael Wilhoite player page
Quinton Dial player page
Chris Borland player page
49ers | Thursday practice report Thu Dec 18, 05:53 PM
San Francisco 49ers LB Chris Borland (ankle), CB Tramaine Brock (hamstring), WR Stevie Johnson (knee) and OT Jonathan Martin (illness) did not practice Thursday, Dec. 18. LB Ahmad Brooks (thumb), OT Anthony Davis (concussion), S Raymond Ventrone (groin) and LB Michael Wilhoite (hip) were limited. CBs Perrish Cox (ankle) and Chris Culliver (knee), DT Quinton Dial (knee), DE Tony Jerod-Eddie (foot), C Marcus Martin (knee), LS Kyle Nelson (back) and DE Justin Smith (back) were full participants.
Link to storyJustin Smith player page
Ahmad Brooks player page
Steve Johnson player page
Perrish Cox player page
Tramaine Brock player page
Chris Culliver player page
Tony Jerod-Eddie player page
Michael Wilhoite player page
Quinton Dial player page
Chris Borland player page
49ers | Wednesday practice report Wed Dec 17, 06:43 PM
San Francisco 49ers LB Chris Borland (ankle), CB Tramaine Brock (hamstring), LB Ahmad Brooks (thumb), WR Stevie Johnson (knee), DE Justin Smith (back) and LB Michael Wilhoite (hip) did not practice Wednesday, Dec. 17. CB Perrish Cox (ankle), CB Chris Culliver (knee), OT Anthony Davis (concussion), DT Quinton Dial (knee), DE Tony Jerod-Eddie (foot) and S Ray Ventrone (groin) were limited, while C Marcus Martin (knee) and LS Kyle Nelson (back) practiced in full.
Link to storyJustin Smith player page
Ahmad Brooks player page
Steve Johnson player page
Perrish Cox player page
Tramaine Brock player page
Chris Culliver player page
Tony Jerod-Eddie player page
Michael Wilhoite player page
Quinton Dial player page
Chris Borland player page
49ers | Chris Borland could be done for the year Tue Dec 16, 05:55 PM
San Francisco 49ers LB Chris Borland (ankle) may not play again this season, according to defensive coordinator Vic Fangio. Fangio said Borland being able to play before the season ended 'would be a stretch right now.'
| Footballguys view: Ouch. The rookie linebacker had been coming through in a big way for the 49ers defense. Borland always had a nose for the football in college at Wisconsin, but he proved as a rookie that he could cover in the pros as well. |
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49ers | Chris Borland nursing ankle injury Sun Dec 14, 06:11 PM
San Francisco 49ers LB Chris Borland (ankle) left the Week 15 game against the Seattle Seahawks due to an ankle injury. He checked back into the lineup, but then left again.
| Footballguys view: Borland has been an IDP stud down the stretch, but it looks like he can't help IDP teams any more today. Nick Moody replaced him in the lineup. |
49ers | Friday injury report Fri Nov 21, 05:54 PM
San Francisco 49ers OT Anthony Davis (concussion) and DT Glenn Dorsey (forearm) have been ruled out for Week 12. CB Tramaine Brock (hamstring), WR Bruce Ellington (ankle), TE Vance McDonald (hip) and LB Dan Skuta (ankle) are listed as questionable, while WR Brandon Lloyd (quadriceps), DE Justin Smith (non-injury) and LB Chris Borland (shoulder) are listed as probable. Borland, Lloyd and Smith fully participated in practice. McDonald and Skuta were limited during practice, while the other four players did not practice.
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Glenn Dorsey player page
Dan Skuta player page
Tramaine Brock player page
Vance McDonald player page
Bruce Ellington player page
Chris Borland player page
49ers | Thursday practice report Thu Nov 20, 08:16 PM
San Francisco 49ers CB Tramaine Brock (hamstring), OT Anthony Davis (head), DT Glenn Dorsey (forearm), WR Bruce Ellington (ankle) and DE Justin Smith (non-injury related) did not practice Thursday, Nov. 20. TE Vance McDonald (hip) and LB Dan Skuta (ankle) were limited participants, and LB Chris Borland (shoulder) and WR Brandon Lloyd (quadriceps) were full participants.
Link to storyBrandon Lloyd player page
Justin Smith player page
Glenn Dorsey player page
Dan Skuta player page
Tramaine Brock player page
Vance McDonald player page
Bruce Ellington player page
Chris Borland player page
49ers | Wednesday's practice report Wed Nov 19, 08:18 PM
San Francisco 49ers CB Tramaine Brock (hamstring), OT Anthony Davis (concussion), WR Bruce Ellington (ankle) and DE Justin Smith (non-injury related) did not practice Wednesday, Nov. 19. DT Glenn Dorsey (forearm) and LB Dan Skuta (ankle) were listed as limited participants, while LB Chris Borland (shoulder) and WR Brandon Lloyd (quadriceps) were full participants in practice.
Link to storyBrandon Lloyd player page
Justin Smith player page
Glenn Dorsey player page
Dan Skuta player page
Tramaine Brock player page
Bruce Ellington player page
Chris Borland player page
49ers | Friday injury report Fri Nov 14, 04:12 PM
San Francisco 49ers S Jimmie Ward (foot) and DT Ian Williams (leg) have been ruled out for Week 11 against the New York Giants. CB Tramaine Brock (hamstring), WR Bruce Ellington (ankle) and LB Dan Skuta (ankle) are questionable, while LB Chris Borland (shoulder), DE Ray McDonald (knee), S Eric Reid (ankle) and DE Justin Smith (non-injury) are probable. Ward, Williams, Brock and Ellington did not practice Friday, Nov. 14. Skuta was limited, while the others practiced in full.
Link to storyJustin Smith player page
Ray McDonald player page
Dan Skuta player page
Tramaine Brock player page
Ian Williams player page
Eric Reid player page
Bruce Ellington player page
Jimmie Ward player page
Chris Borland player page
49ers | Thursday practice report Thu Nov 13, 06:21 PM
San Francisco 49ers CB Tramaine Brock (hamstring), WR Bruce Ellington (ankle), DE Justin Smith (non-injury), S Jimmie Ward (foot) and DT Ian Williams (leg) did not practice Thursday, Nov. 13. DE Ray McDonald (knee) and LB Dan Skuta (ankle) were limited, while LB Chris Borland (shoulder) and S Eric Reid (ankle) practiced in full.
Link to storyJustin Smith player page
Ray McDonald player page
Dan Skuta player page
Tramaine Brock player page
Ian Williams player page
Eric Reid player page
Bruce Ellington player page
Jimmie Ward player page
Chris Borland player page
49ers | Wednesday's practice report Wed Nov 12, 09:50 PM
San Francisco 49ers CB Tramaine Brock (hamstring), WR Bruce Ellington (ankle), DE Justin Smith (non-injury related), S Jimmie Ward (foot) and DT Ian Williams (leg) did not practice Wednesday, Nov. 12. LB Chris Borland (shoulder), DE Ray McDonald (knee) and LB Dan Skuta (ankle) were listed as limited participants, while FS Eric Reid (ankle) practiced in full.
Link to storyJustin Smith player page
Ray McDonald player page
Dan Skuta player page
Tramaine Brock player page
Ian Williams player page
Eric Reid player page
Bruce Ellington player page
Jimmie Ward player page
Chris Borland player page
49ers | Patrick Willis ruled out Fri Oct 17, 06:30 PM
Updating previous reports, San Francisco 49ers LB Patrick Willis (toe) has been ruled out for Week 7 against the Denver Broncos. He was wearing a walking boot Friday, Oct. 17. LB Chris Borland is set to start in place of Willis.
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49ers | Chris Borland expected to start Thu Oct 16, 12:10 PM
San Francisco 49ers LB Chris Borland is expected to start at inside linebacker in Week 7 because LB Patrick Willis (toe) is expected to miss the game.
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49ers | Patrick Willis to have MRI Tue Oct 14, 12:14 PM
San Francisco 49ers LB Patrick Willis (toe) will undergo an MRI exam to determine the severity of the toe injury he suffered in Week 6 Monday, Oct. 13, according to sources. Willis was wearing a walking boot on his left foot and said X-rays were taken.
| Footballguys view: He was replaced in the MNF game by rookie LB Chris Borland. We like what the rookie showed in coverage, but he's an obvious downgrade from what Willis brings to the field. |
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49ers | Could use multiple LBs to replace NaVorro Bowman Fri Jul 25, 08:15 PM
The San Francisco 49ers could use one inside linebacker in the base defense and another in the nickel defense while LB NaVorro Bowman (knee) is out of the lineup, according to defensive coordinator Vic Fangio. LB Michael Wilhoite has been working with the starting defense during training camp, but LB Chris Borland could also compete for the starting job.
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49ers | Chris Borland looking forward to competing Fri Jul 4, 11:48 PM
San Francisco 49ers LB Chris Borland said he understands that LB Michael Wilhoite is the leading candidate for the starting inside linebacker job that will replace LB NaVorro Bowman (knee) but is looking forward to competing with Wilhoite during training camp.
| Footballguys view: Don't count the rookie out. Borland is a two-down thumper with a great nose for the ball. He scrapes and flows to the ball quickly, and he arrives at the ball-carrier with natural violence. He's shown improved ability in coverage, and Borland could certainly be the starter (while Bowman is out) for the 49ers in Week 1. |
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49ers | Chris Borland could receive early playing time Mon Jun 23, 02:22 PM
San Francisco 49ers LB Chris Borland could receive playing time early in the season because of LB NaVorro Bowman's (knee) injury.
| Footballguys view: Borland is the type of player who could be relied on early as a pro. He's a two-down thumper who arrives at the ball swiftly. He rarely takes false steps and finds a way to put himself into great position to make a play. Borland will have to come off the field in passing downs because of his struggles in coverage. |
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49ers | Five LBs competing for playing time Tue Jun 3, 04:21 PM
San Francisco 49ers LBs Michael Wilhoite, Nick Moody, Chris Borland, Shayne Skov and Blake Costanzo will compete for playing time while LB NaVorro Bowman (knee) recovers from an ACL tear in his left knee.
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Michael Wilhoite player page
Nick Moody player page
Chris Borland player page
49ers | Michael Wilhoite may have edge for ILB job Fri May 23, 08:45 PM
San Francisco 49ers LB Michael Wilhoite may be the leading candidate to start at inside linebacker while LB NaVorro Bowman (knee) is sidelined, because he has been in defensive coordinator Vic Fangio's system for two years. Wilhoite is expected to compete with LBs Nick Moody, Chris Borland and Shayne Skov for the job.
| Footballguys view: If Borland plays like he did in college, then he might be difficult to beat out for the job. The team's third-round pick has a nose for the ball and arrives at the ball-carrier with natural violence. Borland diagnoses plays quickly as they unfold in front of him, and he does a good job of avoiding blockers to get to the point of the play. |
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Nick Moody player page
Chris Borland player page
49ers | Sign Chris Borland Thu May 22, 08:09 PM
The San Francisco 49ers have signed third-round draft choice LB Chris Borland to a four-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Borland is a fine fit for the 49ers defense. He's a two-down thumper who diagnoses quickly and can make plays against the run. At the Senior Bowl earlier this year Borland looked good athleticism in space. However, on film Borland struggled in coverage. |
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49ers | Chris Borland could be option at ILB Sat May 10, 12:21 AM
San Francisco 49ers LB Chris Borland will compete with LBs Michael Wilhoite and Nick Moody for one of the starting inside linebacker jobs while LB NaVorro Bowman (knee) is out of the lineup.
Link to storyMichael Wilhoite player page
Nick Moody player page
Chris Borland player page
NFL | Chris Borland off a draft board Wed Apr 30, 01:57 PM
Wisconsin LB Chris Borland has been taken off one NFL team's board because they believe he will need another surgery on his left shoulder, according to an executive involved with the team. 'The issue with his shoulder is that he had a repair and the screw has kind of slid down into the joint,' the executive said. 'So there's a feeling that he's going to have to have another surgery. It would be his third one.' Borland injured his left shoulder in 2009 and 2010 and underwent right shoulder surgery in 2010.
| Footballguys view: Borland reminds many in the scouting community of former Dolphins/Cowboys LB Zach Thomas. He can find the ball quickly, and he arrives at the ball with violent force. Borland is a two-down thumper who will have to come off the field on passing downs. |
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Ravens | Met with Chris Borland Tue Feb 25, 10:26 PM
The Baltimore Ravens met with Wisconsin LB Chris Borland at the NFL Scouting Combine.
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Packers | Spoke with Chris Borland Tue Feb 25, 10:26 PM
Wisconsin LB Chris Borland said he had an informal meeting with the Green Bay Packers at the NFL Scouting Combine.
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Browns | Met with Chris Borland Tue Feb 25, 12:27 PM
The Cleveland Browns had informal talks with Wisconsin LB Chris Borland at the NFL Scouting Combine.
| Footballguys view: Borland is a beast who can seek and destroy as a two-down run-stuffer. He can diagnose plays quickly, and Borland is a sound (and devastating) tackler. |
Chris Borland player page
Ravens | Meeting with two at combine Tue Feb 25, 02:42 AM
The Baltimore Ravens have met with Wisconsin LB Chris Borland at the NFL Scouting Combine, as well as WR Jordan Matthews (Vanderbilt).
| Footballguys view: The Ravens are always on the lookout for defensive studs. Borland reminds many in the scouting community of former Dolphins linebacker Zach Thomas. Matthews, the cousin of Jerry Rice, knows how to run crisp routes. He has strong hands and good concentration too. Most scouts compare his skill set to that of Eric Decker (Broncos). |
Chris Borland player page
Jordan Matthews player page
Packers | Show interest in several players at combine Sun Feb 23, 07:18 PM
The Green Bay Packers are scheduled to meet with Wisconsin LB Chris Borland, Notre Dame DT Louis Nix, Alabama FS Ha Ha Clinton-Dix and Louisville S Calvin Pryor at some point during the NFL Scouting Combine.
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Ha Ha Clinton-Dix player page
Louis Nix player page
Chris Borland player page