San Francisco 49ers running back Jordan Mason, who currently leads the NFL in rushing, is believed to have suffered a sprained AC joint in his shoulder during Thursday night’s game against the Seattle Seahawks. According to sources, the injury is not considered serious, but Mason will undergo further testing to confirm the severity of the issue. The injury occurred during the first half of the 49ers’ 36-24 victory.
Despite injuring his left shoulder, Mason returned for one carry at the start of the third quarter but was only available in an emergency capacity for the rest of the game. The 49ers coaching staff limited his involvement as a precaution, given the potential seriousness of his injury.
Mason still managed to contribute significantly, rushing for 73 yards on nine carries and adding a 9-yard reception to his performance. For the season, he has been a standout, accumulating 609 rushing yards on 114 carries, solidifying his role as a key player in the team’s backfield.
The 49ers are already dealing with a number of injuries to important players, including running back Christian McCaffrey (Achilles tendinitis), linebacker Dre Greenlaw (torn Achilles), defensive tackle Javon Hargrave (torn triceps), and safety Talanoa Hufanga (torn wrist ligaments). Mason’s injury adds to the team’s concerns as they work to maintain their momentum despite these setbacks.
