49ers injury report: Arik Armstead scheduled to play against Eagles 49ers injury report: Arik Armstead scheduled to play against Eagles Originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA Clara 49ers After missing several practices with a foot injury, defensive tackle Arik Armstead announced he would be available for Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Philadelphia.
Armstead said Thursday before the team’s practice that he’s “going to go to the game on Sunday.
” Armstead has not missed a game yet in 2023 and on defense, he has been on the field 476 times (67%).
The versatile defensive lineman recorded 26 tackles, including 15 solo tackles, four for loss, 13 quarterback hits and five sacks.
Armstead is game ready and the 49ers defensive line is at full strength for a key matchup in Week 13 to determine who will finish atop his NFC and earn a first-round bye at season’s end.
will have an impact on Defensive coordinator Steve Wilkes is pleased with the defense’s performance since the Week 9 bye.
The longtime defensive coach believes the group needs to be at its best when playing against one of the league’s best offensive lines.
The Eagles have been plagued by a few more injuries than the 49ers, but it’s still going to be a very tough matchup.
Philadelphia expects long-time tackle Lane Johnson to return after missing the overtime win against the Buffalo Bills with a groin injury.
