The 49ers, who were already down their best running back, suffered yet another setback in their 36-24 victory against the Seahawks. Jordan Mason hurt his left shoulder during the Week 6 game, so it’s unclear when he’ll return. Though the win helped the team bounce back from their loss to the Cardinals, Mason’s injury raises concerns for future games.
Jordan Mason injured his left shoulder after a 14-yard rush in the second quarter. He grabbed his shoulder and was on the ground for several minutes before heading to the locker room for an X-ray. Following the game, 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan provided an update, stating that Mason believed he would be okay, but his absence was due to pain.
The post stated, “He thought he was going to be alright. He went back in and it just hurt him too much. … He was out just in case of emergency.” Coach Shanahan is worried about Mason but understands how quickly injuries can escalate. “I mean, adrenaline on these days during games is a little bit different. We’ll find out more tomorrow.”
Shanahan said Mason could have come back in an emergency, but they chose not to risk it. Before leaving the game, Mason had 73 yards on 9 carries. His absence will be a significant setback for the 49ers, as he has become an essential part of their offense.
Jordan Mason’s journey from backup to key player
Jordan Mason is now a key player for the San Francisco 49ers. It’s amazing how fast he went from being a backup to a star. When Christian McCaffrey got hurt, Mason stepped up and did a great job. He has run the ball 114 times, more than anyone else in the NFL, and gained 609 yards, the second most in the league.
He showed that quarterback Brock Purdy can rely on him. Since McCaffrey might not come back soon, Mason will be the 49ers’ main running back. He is very important to the team’s offense because he can handle pressure well.
However, Mason hurt his left shoulder recently, so it will be interesting to see how the 49ers manage their next games.
