The San Francisco 49ers have experienced some injury woes ahead of the 2025-26 campaign, especially in the wide receiver room. However, other injuries on the defensive line have caused some concern with the new season around the corner. On Wednesday, head coach Kyle Shanahan shared an optimistic update regarding the defensive line.

With Dominick Puni and Yetur Gross-Matos both dealing with knee injuries, Shanahan claims that both players will be ready to go by the Week 1 opener against the Seattle Seahawks, according to Matt Barrows of The Athletic. The 45-year-old head coach claimed that he and the 49ers are “optimistic,” especially when it comes to Puni.

“Kyle Shanahan said the team is optimistic Dominick Puni (knee) and Yetur Gross-Matos (knee) will be ready for Week 1. He said

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