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  • Jimmie Ward
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  • Makes impact in debut

    Ward had eight tackles in Sunday's 37-17 win over the Jaguars in Week 3.

    Analysis: Ward, a team captain that missed the first two weeks with a hip injury, helped stabilize a defense that was missing Jalen Pitre (chest) and Derek Stingley (hamstring). One noticeable area of improvement was in third-down percentage, with Houston limiting Jacksonville to just five of 13 third-down conversions.

    Published: Mon, Sep 25 at 4:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets in full practice

    Ward (hip) was a full participant at practice Thursday.

    Analysis: After he missed both of Houston's first two games, it looks like Ward will be available to suit up for Week 3. He figures to start at safety at Jacksonville.

    Published: Thu, Sep 21 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice

    Ward (hip) was able to practice Wednesday, Drew Dougherty of the Texans' official site reports.

    Analysis: It's not clear if Ward was able to practice in full, but he did partake in individual drills. Either way, it's a sign of progression in the veteran safety's recovery, as he's missed each of the team's first two games and had yet to practice since suffering the injury. He should still be considered questionable for Sunday against the Jaguars.

    Published: Wed, Sep 20 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not playing Week 2

    The Texans ruled out Ward (hip) for Sunday's game against the Colts.

    Analysis: Ward already missed the team's Week 1 loss to Baltimore and will now have to wait at least another week before making his debut with the Texans. With Jalen Pitre (chest) also ruled out, Houston will be without both starting safeties, and M.J. Stewart and Eric Murray will likely start instead.

    Published: Fri, Sep 15 at 2:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still sidelined

    Ward (hip) is not practicing Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

    Analysis: Ward was unable to suit up Week 1 against the Ravens and appears to still not be ready to take the field. The veteran safety will likely need to return to practice Thursday if he's going to suit up against the Colts on Sunday. However, if he's unable to, Eric Murray should get the start at strong safety again.

    Published: Wed, Sep 13 at 11:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for Week 1

    Ward (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's season opener against the Ravens, Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.

    Analysis: Ward was previously deemed day-to-day with a groin injury, but the team's injury report lists him as out with a hip injury. The veteran safety, who followed head coach DeMeco Ryans from San Francisco to Houston in the offseason, will get his next opportunity to make his Texans debut in Week 2 against the Colts.

    Published: Fri, Sep 8 at 1:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Day-to-day with groin injury

    Ward (groin) is considered day-to-day prior to the Texans' Week 1 matchup with the Ravens on Sunday, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

    Analysis: Ward did not practice Wednesday as he continues to nurse a groin injury that has been bothering him this past week. The safety still has two more chances to return to practice ahead of Houston's regular-season opener with Baltimore.

    Published: Wed, Sep 6 at 5:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with groin injury

    Ward did not practice Monday due to a groin injury, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

    Analysis: Ward recently underwent a dental procedure and has been managing a lingering groin injury. The Texans are counting on the veteran safety to handle starting role in Sunday's regular-season opener at Baltimore, so his status will be monitored closely. If Ward can't go Week 1, Lamar Jackson and his revamped receiving corps could have an easier time airing it out against depth options Eric Murray and M.J. Stewart.

    Published: Tue, Sep 5 at 6:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Following Ryans to Houston

    Ward agreed to a contract with the Texans on Monday, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Ward's deal won't become official until the new league year begins Wednesday, and the exact terms have yet to be disclosed. The veteran safety spent his first nine seasons in San Francisco, racking up 200 tackles over the past three campaigns. Ward will reunite with DeMeco Ryans, who will serve as Houston's head coach after spending the previous two seasons as the 49ers' defensive coordinator.

    Published: Mon, Mar 13 at 8:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Splits time at safety/corner

    Ward finished with 50 tackles (38 solo), three interceptions and a forced fumble across 12 regular-season games with the 49ers in 2022.

    Analysis: Ward turned in another solid season in red and gold, this time playing both free safety and nickel corner. The 31-year-old was not thrilled about the position change, as he felt he should remain at free safety over Tashaun Gipson, according to Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area. Ward has proven effective at both safety and corner during his nine-year tenure with the 49ers, but it sounds like he is ready to test the free-agent market as a free safety.

    Published: Thu, Feb 9 at 4:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive in victory

    Ward notched eight tackles (six solo), a pass defensed and forced a fumble in Sunday's 35-7 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Ward's eight stops were his highest on the season, as were his 68 defensive snaps. The veteran safety has had an up and down year, including missing multiple weeks due to a broken hand. He'll work to fill the stat sheet again Thursday against the Seahawks.

    Published: Tue, Dec 13 at 6:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will return Sunday

    Ward (hand) is not on this week's injury report and will play Sunday against Kansas City, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: After being activated from injured reserve prior to Week 5's contest against Carolina, Ward broke his hand in the first quarter and was forced to miss the remainder of that game as well as all of Week 6. However, he was able to log a trio of limited practices this week and will return Sunday to help try to slow down a potent Chiefs passing attack.

    Published: Fri, Oct 21 at 5:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited Wednesday

    Ward (hand) was a limited participant in the 49ers' practice Wednesday, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Ward missed the first four games of the season while on IR, and he broke his left hand while making his season debut against the Panthers in Week 5. While the 31-year-old underwent surgery last Tuesday and is expected to be evaluated again this Saturday, it appears he could be nearing a return as soon as Sunday's game against the Chiefs. It will be worth monitoring Ward's status as he progresses through practice Thursday and Friday, and approaches this subsequent injury evaluation.

    Published: Wed, Oct 19 at 9:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Undergoes successful surgery

    Ward underwent successful surgery on his left hand Tuesday and will be evaluated in 10 days, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Ward broke his left hand during the team's win over the Panthers in Week 6 and will be sidelined for multiple weeks, though it's unclear if he'll land on IR. Per Wagoner, following his surgery Tuesday, Ward was fitted for a cast that the team hopes will allow him to return to game action after just a few weeks, but he won't be evaluated again for 10 days.

    Published: Wed, Oct 12 at 11:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Will undergo surgery Tuesday

    Ward will have a surgery to repair a broken left hand Tuesday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: San Francisco will wait until that surgery is complete to project a timeline for Ward's return. He could potentially play in a cast, but Tashaun Gipson will continue to start in Ward's absence until the veteran safety is ready to play again.

    Published: Mon, Oct 10 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers broken hand

    Ward sustained a broken hand during Sunday's win over the Panthers, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

    Analysis: Ward exited Sunday's game in the first quarter and was unable to return. A timetable for his return isn't yet clear, but Tashaun Gipson should see increased playing time if Ward is sidelined.

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 5:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will not return

    Ward (hand) will not return Sunday against the Panthers, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Ward suffered the injury in the first quarter and had not tallied any stats before exiting. In his absence, Tashaun Gipson should handle free-safety duties.

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated from injured reserve

    The 49ers activated Ward from injured reserve Saturday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Ward is in line to make his season debut in Week 5 after missing the first four games of the season while on injured reserve with a hamstring injury. The veteran safety recorded 77 tackles and two interceptions last season -- both career highs -- and figures to garner a major role in the 49ers secondary moving forward.

    Published: Sat, Oct 8 at 5:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Designated to return

    The 49ers designated Ward (hamstring) to return from the injured reserve list Wednesday.

    Analysis: Ward will now have a 21-day window to practice before returning to the team's active roster, otherwise, he will be forced to go on season-ending IR. The 31-year-old was placed on IR after suffering a significant hamstring injury in mid-August. Ward recorded 77 tackles, six passes defended and two interceptions while playing nearly every defensive snap over 16 games last season, and he should reprise a prominent role at free safety this season.

    Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 9:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on IR

    The 49ers placed Ward (hamstring) on injured reserve Wednesday.

    Analysis: As expected, Ward will start the season on injured reserve after suffering a significant hamstring injury toward the end of training camp. He'll be forced to miss at least the first four games of the regular season, but when he returns, he should reclaim a sizable role in San Francisco's secondary.

    Published: Wed, Aug 31 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will begin season on IR

    Ward (hamstring) will start the season on the 49ers' injured reserve, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

    Analysis: Ward injured his hamstring "pretty badly" at Sunday's practice according to head coach Kyle Shanahan, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. After coming off the best season of his career in 2021, the safety must now attempt to recover and rehab quickly in hopes of returning relatively early in the 2022 campaign.

    Published: Thu, Aug 25 at 8:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • May miss season opener

    Niners head coach Kyle Shanahan said Monday that Ward suffered a "pretty bad" hamstring injury during Sunday's practice and there's a chance he'll miss Week 1 of the regular season, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

    Analysis: This is a tough break for Ward, who's coming off his best statistical season of his career. His increased production was likely a product of his ability to stay on the field for 16 games after periodically being sidelined by injuries to start his career. If he's forced to miss regular-season contests, expect Tarvarius Moore to step into an expanded role to start the season.

    Published: Mon, Aug 15 at 9:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Best season of career

    Ward wrapped up 77 tackles (51 solo) with six pass defenses, two interceptions and a touchdown across 16 games with the 49ers in 2021.

    Analysis: Ward has always been a skilled free safety, but he managed to finally combine his strong play with a healthy regular season. Barring any drastic roster changes this offseason, the 30-year-old should enter the final year of his contract in San Francisco as the team's starting free safety in 2022.

    Published: Thu, Jan 20 at 3:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated by San Francisco

    The 49ers activated Ward (illness) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday.

    Analysis: Ward landed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday after he tested positive for the virus. However, he'll now be cleared to rejoin the team and will be available for Sunday's Week 18 matchup against the Rams.

    Published: Sat, Jan 8 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands on COVID list

    San Francisco placed Ward on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday after he tested positive for the virus.

    Analysis: Ward played every defensive snap during Sunday's 23-7 win over the Texans and had four tackles (two solo). He's now on the COVID-19 list but could still clear the protocols and play Sunday against the Rams.

    Published: Mon, Jan 3 at 5:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to play Monday

    Ward (quadriceps) is active for Monday's game against the Rams.

    Analysis: Ward missed last week's loss to the Cardinals and was questionable for Monday Night Football, but he's been cleared to take the field. The 30-year-old should reclaim his starting role at free safety for the 49ers.

    Published: Mon, Nov 15 at 3:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable

    Ward (quadriceps) is questionable for Monday's game against the Rams, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Ward returned to practice in a limited capacity Friday and Saturday, but he'll still carry an injury designation for Week 10. If he's forced to miss a second straight game Monday, his absence would leave San Francisco very shorthanded in the secondary.

    Published: Sat, Nov 13 at 3:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice

    Ward (quadriceps) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Ward has been nursing a quad strain he sustained in Week 8 versus the Bears. He was able to play through it in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals, but his non-participation at Thursday's practice indicates his status still needs to be monitored going forward.

    Published: Thu, Nov 11 at 4:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will not play Sunday

    Ward (quadriceps) will not play Sunday against Arizona, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

    Analysis: Ward picked up the injury Sunday against the Bears, but it was originally thought he might be able to play in Week 9. This is a big blow to a 49ers secondary that is already missing multiple pieces. Tavon Wilson will likely see a large increase in snaps while Ward is on the shelf.

    Published: Fri, Nov 5 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could play vs. Arizona

    Ward (quadriceps) has a small chance to return in time for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Lombardi notes that San Francisco isn't optimistic about Ward's prospects of returning in time for Week 9, stating the more likely scenario is that he remains sidelined for 1-to-2 weeks. He picked up a Grade 1 quad strain in Sunday's matchup against Chicago.

    Published: Mon, Nov 1 at 9:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't return Sunday

    Ward (quadriceps) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's contest against the Bears, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

    Analysis: Ward registered six tackles before leaving the 49ers' Week 8 matchup with the Bears early. Kai Nacua will likely see increased snaps for the remainder of Sunday's contest.

    Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 12:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Appears in 14 contests

    Ward recorded 73 tackles (45 solo) and forced two fumbles across 14 games with the 49ers in 2020.

    Analysis: The 14 games were the closest to a full season Ward has logged in a single year since 2015, and his 984 total snaps were a new career high. The versatile defensive back's newfound ability to stay on the field (17 starts over the last two years) has allowed him to finally showcase his skills, and he was rewarded with a three-year contract extension (through 2022) this past offseason. As a coverage safety in a zone-heavy defensive scheme -- which is likely to be featured again under new defensive…read more

    Published: Thu, Feb 4 at 8:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Clear of concussion for Week 17

    Ward (concussion) does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against Seattle, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

    Analysis: Ward sustained his concussion during a Week 15 loss to the Cowboys, and he was deemed unavailable last Sunday as San Francisco upset Arizona on the road. A trio of full practices from Ward this week indicated he was in line for his 14th start of the season against Seattle. Now, the 29-year-old's return remains imminent as San Francisco's secondary prepares for a matchup against Russell Wilson and a a strong Seattle passing attack.

    Published: Fri, Jan 1 at 2:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices without limitations

    Ward (concussion) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

    Analysis: It's unclear if Ward has cleared the league's five-step concussion protocol. He's certainly on the right track for Sunday's game against the Seahawks after Wednesday's full practice. If the 29-year-old can, indeed, play, he'll return to a starting role at free safety. Ward will look to add to the career-high 69 tackles he's accumulated through 13 games.

    Published: Wed, Dec 30 at 6:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Week 16

    Ward (concussion) has been ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Ward's concussion forced him to exit during the first half of last Sunday's loss to the Cowboys, and it's now confirmed the head injury will keep him out of the Week 16 lineup. The development is no surprise given that Ward was unavailable to practice in any capacity this week. With Ward's second confirmed absence of 2020 imminent, the next man up at free safety would be Tarvarius Moore (knee), if he proves capable of overcoming his questionable designation.

    Published: Thu, Dec 24 at 6:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out practice Wednesday

    Ward (concussion) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: Ward is in the league's five-step concussion protocol. The 29-year-old has one more practice to get on the field, but he's trending in the wrong direction for Saturday's game versus the Cardinals. If Ward's in fact out, expect Tarvarius Moore (knee) to slot in as the 49ers' starting free safety.

    Published: Wed, Dec 23 at 4:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out with concussion

    Ward won't return to Sunday's game at Dallas due to a concussion, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

    Analysis: The 29-year-old sustained the injury during the second half while attempting a tackle on CeeDee Lamb. Tarvarius Moore should step in at free safety for the 49ers with Ward in the concussion protocol.

    Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 12:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back in action Week 8

    Ward (quadriceps) is active for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

    Analysis: The 29-year-old missed Week 7 with the quadriceps injury and was questionable for this week, but he's good to go for Sunday's divisional matchup. Ward will reclaim the starting spot at free safety, while Marcell Harris or Tarvarius Moore fill in at strong safety for Jaquiski Tartt (groin).

    Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tagged as questionable

    Ward (quadriceps) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Seahawks, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

    Analysis: Ward suffered a quadriceps injury in this past Sunday's win over New Englad, and while he started the practice week as a non-participant, the veteran safety logged consecutive limited sessions to close out the week. This gives Ward a decent chance to suit up Sunday, and he'll start at free safety if he's deemed active 90 minutes before Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff. If he's held out, however, Tarvarius Moore likely will start in his place.

    Published: Fri, Oct 30 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Upgraded to limited in practice

    Ward (quadriceps) was a limited participant during Thursday's practice session, Chris Biderman of The Sacramento Bee reports.

    Analysis: The 49ers' starting free safety was injured in practice last week and subsequently made unavailable for a Week 7 win over New England, but his upgraded practice status provides optimism for Sunday's matchup against Seattle. Ward has broken up just one pass through six games, though his 32 tackles put him on trajectory to compete with his career high of 65.

    Published: Thu, Oct 29 at 5:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Non-participant Wednesday

    Ward (quadriceps) didn't participate at Wednesday's practice, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

    Analysis: The 29-year-old picked up the injury during practice last week and sat out Sunday's win over the Patriots. Ward likely will need to practice in some capacity Thursday or Friday to have a chance of retaking the field this weekend.

    Published: Wed, Oct 28 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out with quad strain

    Ward has been ruled out for Sunday's game at New England with a strained quadriceps, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The 29-year-old sustained the injury during Thursday's practice and won't be able to play Sunday with the quick turnaround. Tarvarius Moore is in line for the start at free safety in Ward's absence.

    Published: Fri, Oct 23 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Registers seven stops

    Ward made seven tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 43-17 loss to the Dolphins.

    Analysis: It was a tough outing for the 49ers' banged-up secondary, as Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick threw for 350 yards and three touchdowns. Ward is partly accountable for that, but he had a solid day for fantasy purposes and played every defensive snap.

    Published: Mon, Oct 12 at 10:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • All clear Thursday

    Ward (wrist) was a full participant during Thursday's practice, Keiana Martin of the 49ers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Ward popped up on the injury report with the wrist issue Wednesday, leading to a missed session Wednesday before he full participation Thursday. This is good news for the 49ers, as they'll have their starting free safety for Week 5 now that Ward appears fully healthy.

    Published: Thu, Oct 8 at 3:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with injury

    Ward (wrist) was a non-participant during Wednesday's practice, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: It's unclear when Ward picked up the wrist injury, as he racked up four tackles across 71 total snaps during Sunday's loss to the Eagles. Ward will likely have to turn in some practice time if he wants a chance to suit up in Week 5's game against Miami. If he's forced to miss action, Tarvarius Moore would be in line for the start at free safety.

    Published: Wed, Oct 7 at 4:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back with San Fran

    Ward is re-signing with the 49ers on Monday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM Radio reports.

    Analysis: The 28-year-old expressed an interest in returning to the 49ers early in the offseason if he could remain at safety, and the team is apparently happy to oblige. Ward didn't have an interception in 13 regular-season games last season, but he had a career-high 65 tackles (51 solo), one sack and received an 84.9 grade as a safety from Pro Football Focus.

    Published: Mon, Mar 16 at 9:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Wants to return, only as safety

    Ward, an unrestricted free agent, said that he is willing to return to San Francisco, but only if he remains a safety, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

    Analysis: Ward turned in one of the best campaigns of his six-year career, finishing the regular season with 65 tackles (51 solo), eight passes defended and a sack in 13 games following a preseason finger injury. The 2014 first-round pick served as the team's starting free safety in Robert Saleh's dominant defense after being moved back and forth between safety and corner in previous regimes. Pro Football Focus gave Ward the best grade of his career as a safety (84.9), so it's not surprising that he…read more

    Published: Sun, Feb 9 at 8:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Registers sack against Cardinals

    Ward racked up seven tackles, one sack and one pass breakup during Monday's 36-26 victory over the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Ward didn't miss a snap Sunday despite a brief injury scare, and he's now averaging 5.1 tackles per game since making his season debut in Week 5. Considering that was his first sack in three years, it's unlikely there will be many more of those to follow.

    Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 7:59pm by Rotowire.com
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