10 49ers miss 1st practice of Week 15, 3 others limited

The #49ers were missing 10 players, including George Kittle and Elijah Mitchell, to begin their Week 15 practices.

The 49ers on Wednesday began their on-field preparations without 10 players, and had three others limited.

There are a couple factors at play with the absences early in the week. Part of it is injuries with six of the absences due to a physical ailment. The 49ers also have a short week coming up in Week 16 when they visit the Titans on Thursday Night Football. Rest is going to be crucial on the short turnaround.

One thing that jumps out is running back Elijah Mitchell, who is still out because of concussion symptoms and a knee issue. This one will be worth watching closely into Thursday and Friday with the 49ers already thin at running back.

Here’s the full participation report: